Mini Barons

For those who were disappointed that the Lincoln Barons were auctioned off in September 2015, there was something that could now soften the blow. Ceramic paint-your-own mini barons could be purchased from the Visitor Information Centre (amongst other places), for £9.95, with a small donation also going to the Trussell Trust.

Why I Love Superheroes

To be perfectly honest, when I was little I just really enjoyed the attire… Who says that it’s not appropriate daily-wear?! I was also a power ranger from time to time. Hopefully that’s more cute than it is embarrassing, although my poor Mother may not agree… or the nice people at Sainbury’s. Now that I’m older (but certainly not a grown up) the Marvel and DC film franchises have slowly but surely taken over! The characters become visual symbols for all the great things they stand for, which lead to my fascination with the comic books. Now I study the artwork and draw them a lot, especially for other people who share my love. I now have quite a vast selection of birthday cards and drawings, here are a few!

Colour aside, you can get so many elements across with confident line-work: texture, lighting, form and motion. I feel like producing work in that style is now reflected in my own, and I work so much more boldly than before. I suppose bravery pays off a lot of the time! Have you ever felt inspired by Superheroes? Fought for justice, adorned a cape, saved a life, avenged a death? I want to know! 😉