#meetthemakermonday

I've been sorting my art room today. Not that you'd be able to tell if you looked in here! I've found a large stack of cool design ideas and sketches I'd forgotten about and I'm feeling all excited to bring them back out and finish them off... just need to make space on my desk... wish me luck! 🖤 💜 💚 🤯 #wishmeluck #artistproblems #sketches #meetthemaker #meetthemakermonday #meettheartist #behindthescenes #wip #workinprogress #springclean #tidying #choas #organisedchoas #pleasesendhelp https://www.instagram.com/p/B4u54X0lxZR/?igshid=w8zsg9uu3z43

Have you met Meri? Meri is an #artist at AHT, & she also works behind the scenes. As one of the partners of AHT, Meri is building our learning platform. Check out her beautiful & useful creations at https://ahandmadetouch.com/shop?olsPage=t%2Fmeri-milner⠀ #meetthemakermonday #makermonday #entrepreneurism #beyourownboss #boss #businessowner #creativentrepreneur #createyourlife #dreamjobmakers #entrepreneur #entrepreneurlifestyle #goals #goalgetter #goalsetting #goodlife #hustle #lifeofanentrepreneur #lovemyjob #makeithappen #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #mycreativebiz #business #success #entrepreneurship #motivation #entrepreneurlife #startup #inspiration https://www.instagram.com/p/Byh8uM9Aijb/?igshid=1hvki2wpoidyt

Sup! It's me, Mary. I like skulls, black eyeliner, big stompy boots, feminism, music, dogs, family, awkward dancing, art, and a million other things. One thing i'm accomplishing this year: I'm learning to travel without a ton of anxiety, and by the end of 2019 i'll have been to 15 US states + DC, and 3 countries. I love meeting new people and making new friends. I like expanding my art horizons so i've dabbled in painting, video production, graphic design, alternative modeling, and other stuff. Hoping to try even more new things out! What you got? #meettheartist #meetthemakermonday #me #ContraryDame https://www.instagram.com/p/BxbJByanxC7/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=naq0ovp7plmj

It's #meetthemakermonday Here's a glimpse at my 'One True Pup' illustration I'm finishing off today, and my weapon of choice, colouring pencils. . . Check in later to see the finished drawing, I'll aim to post it at around 7pm . . I got some fancy new pencils after much research and I really don't like them as much as the old tatty ones I keep I'm my ainsleys couscous jar. Typical. . . When working on pet portraits I like to zoom the image in nice and big on my laptop screen to see what colours to use in my shading. . . Today's music is Heilung, a dark folk band. I'd highly recommend them if you are into your Vikings. They're on my list of must see bands, so dramatic. . . . #meettheartist #meetthemaker #meetthecrafter #artist #derbyshireartist #petportraitartist #jackrussellillustration #jackrussell #doubletrouble #fantasyart #kingarthur #merlin #traditionalfantasy #wip #progressahot #toolsofthetrade #tools #colouring #colouringpencil #illustration #inspiringmusic #heilung #folk #darkfolk https://www.instagram.com/p/BulqtmDlZSl/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=b2oi16bmulmw

I've had an admin day today. Too much computer work makes Becky grumpy and unproductive. I spilt a pint of tea and rather than have a meltdown I decided to put the fire on and make another cauldron full (my new fave is mint, rose and fennel) . I'm feeling nicely grounded now and ready to get back to work. Sometime you just gotta take a time out. . . . . . . #happymonday #meetthemakermonday #meethemakermondays #meethemaker #meettheartist #adayinthelife #artistproblems #stroppy #fireside #tea #pukkatea #mint #rose #fennel #witchesbrew #cauldron #grounded #relax #mondays #mondayfeeling #herbal #herbaltea https://www.instagram.com/p/BuUSgYrldYL/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1tcb7nfulej6c

For #meetthemakermonday this week, I've been inspired by #mariekondo to share with you, my clutter :p . I'd seen a lot of people talking on insta about her new show on Netflix where she helps people declutter their homes... And I take no shame in admitting I am a hoarder. I love collecting unusual things I find in charity shops and vintage shops. My favourite local places are @saltsswadlincote And @curly_magpie in #swadlincote town centre. . I personally hate the idea of a minimalist home. I love my junk too much. . . . . #behindthescenes #livingroom #driedherbs #feathers #skulls #hoarder #hoarding #minimalistliving #collection #quirkyhome #witchyhome #animefigures #cyclopsskull #meettheartist #myhouse #homeiswhereyourstuffis #theburrow https://www.instagram.com/p/BteEALVlk-2/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ariwcmleiqix

It's #meetthemakermonday again. This week I thought I'd share a bit about my suppliers. I'm doing my best to be #sustainable in my work, my favourite supplier is @ecocraft_ltd (Though for now I'm still getting some items from @Amazon till I find a better alternative.) The photos show my latest haul. Biodegradable packing tape, recycled card, biodegradable display wallets. Recycled card envelopes and paper tubes... #meetthemakermondays #meettheartist #artist #derbyshireartist #biodegradeable #sustainablepackaging #sustainableliving #britishartist #ecoliving #artistsagainstplastic #ecowarrior #ecofriendlycrafts #sustainableart #sustainableartist #ecofriendlyart #ecocrafts #packaging https://www.instagram.com/p/BtMKmRdlfEM/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1tngnsney1rf8

F#@%* Blue Monday I did have other plans for #meetthemakermonday today, however after seeing so many #bluemonday posts, I've changed my mind. I've tried to think of something really happy to draw for you all as a #antibluemonday post. If you feel sad, take a look at my happy little dragon, and remember, try to see the magic I'm the everyday. . Don't let yourself be taken in by this blue Monday nonsense. It's made me really angry seeing how many people are focusing on the negatives today. Some people are genuinely struggling, and to have this negativity shoved in your face because some scientist worked out today is the saddest day in the year... poppycock. It's very unhelpful to those out there trying to keep their spirits up... . If you are feeling blue. That's ok. Don't be too harsh on yourself. Set small goals. Make a cup of tea. Text a friend. If you feel up to it, go outside and look at some trees. Hoover a room in the house. Eat some chocolate. Howl at the moon. Cocoon in a blanket... . You are loved. . #beattheblues #itsokaynottobeokay #mindfulness #rant #mindfulmonday #mindfulnessmonday #happydragon #fantasyreads #bookworm #everydaymagic #seekthemagicineveryday #cheerful #behappy #dragon #doodle #illustration #fairytaleillustration #mindovermatter #friendship https://www.instagram.com/p/Bs5-ueHlajS/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=rr37wmn28pic