Today and yesterday I have been doing a regular (about quarterly) stock take of my Winsor and Newton ProMarkers stock in the shop. Not stock to sell but as art tools. This is important for me as they are my tool for paper based work. Also, I let anyone come in / come to the …
New Years Day’s a wash out, so did I open? Yes but only for a few hours, did some admin then gave in. Anne (my wife) and I need a break, although commitments to other family members prevent a break away this year, Provisional plans at this point and bound to change. 2025 January 3 …
So, 2024 included a 13 consecutive day run up to Christmas Eve. Miracles, I didn’t get ill but did get very tired, unsurprisingly. I don’t always seem to learn or make logical decisions that take in to consideration my own well being. Why such a silly idea? Well to try and get any sales I …
I had a rethink and rebranded at the shop as I am seeing the impact of economic downturn more and more, offer to no sales on some days. I shared this post on local business group and also my own accounts today. I have two philosophies that govern my business. They are – #ArtForAll and …
So, the chain ferry from Studland to Sandbanks is off for its biannual service and there are roadworks in Sandford on the A351 to Swanage – the town is quieter. This month I am drawing daily challenges for #Farmvember 2024 that I started doing last year and over the last two shop days I have …
So I have had 10 days away from the shop and home. Relaxed?yes; ready for new creativity? Yes… A break has helped, I have sketched a bit, found pieces that I left with cafes 2.5 years ago still on display (hugely grateful), take photos, visited art supply shops, discussed tools. Tomorrow my return is October …
What a great feeling knowing that I started my own independent studio/shop and run it successfully for 3 years now. When this journey started my biggest aim was to have a home for the ‘art for fun’ initiative alongside selling my work. Three things how characterise what I offer: Sales of my artwork Encouraging others …
Well the shop has been busier and busier over the last month for Art for Fun. In July once the school holidays started the take up accelerated and we finished the month on 208 taking part over the 18 days – an increase on 2023 of 48 people. Swanage Carnival approached us about being a …
So, a new month after one impacted on by latest virus / Covid? That is taking its time to go and lead to only 12 shop days in June. July will include the school holidays starting and August will also include them. Art wise I am going to be drawing a variety of original pieces …
Blogging has to be scheduled I think if I am to keep readers on here (if I have any left) updated. I have been active on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok with my personal accounts, shop accounts and now Heart of Swanage accounts. Andy, the artist The sailing season has arrived and the anticipated start has …