How to become a children’s book illustrator with Tika and Tata
Sisters, Tika and Tata from Georgia, share their insights and tips on becoming a succesful children’s book illustrator.
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How to draw a 3D Roman pattern from the Ravenna Mosaics
Standing in the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, the walls surrounding me are covered in thousands of tiny pieces of stone. Pictures and patterns adorn the walls while above me a dark blue sky is full of shimmering golden stars. These 5th-century Roman mosaics are...
The Ravenna Mosaics | Some of the most beautiful mosaics in the world
The Ravenna Mosaics in Emilia Romagna, in the north-east of Italy, are among the most beautiful things I have ever seen. Small wonder these unique early Christian monuments are all listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A few years ago, I was lucky enough to visit four of the eight UNESCO sites, in Ravenna, with the Emilia-Romagna tourist board.
Traditional arts and crafts in the Philippines
About 500 miles off the coast of Vietnam, thousands of islands are scattered across a corner of the western Pacific Ocean. These islands are home to over 180 ethnic groups, each with its own language and traditions. Add to this the influences of numerous settlers,...
How to draw a 5 point star with a compass
Step-by-step instructions for two different ways to draw a perfect 5-pointed star.
Christmas Mandala Art Class (and a free printable Christmas card to colour)
Join me for a Christmas themed mandala art class or download my free printable Christmas cards to colour. Discover why do we associate certain colours and plants with Christmas.
Day of the Dead Mandala
A ‘Day of the Dead’ inspired mandala for you to print off and colour.
Mandala Meadow media mentions and awards
From being nominated for an award to being featured in The Telegraph.
My guide to the best mandala drawing tools
My guide to all you’ll need for drawing mandalas, from choosing a compass to what paper, pens and pencils to use.
Arabic Geometric Art | How to draw an eight-pointed star and cross pattern
A step by step guide to drawing one of the simplest Islamic geometric designs, the Star and Cross pattern using traditional Arabic geomtery.
Traditional Japanese arts & crafts workshops in Japan, the UK and online
From online tutorials to in-person workshops in Japan and the UK, check out our guide to traditional Japanese arts and crafts.
Mandala Art Classes | Live online workshops
Join me for a live small group online art class and learn how to draw mandalas with easy to follow step by step instructions. One to one more advanced classes also available.
The best places to see traditional arts and crafts in India
India is one of my favourite countries in the world to visit. It’s a photographers dream come true, overflowing with colour and vibrancy. You never know what stunning visual surprise is waiting around the next corner. It’s also a place where I transform...
Summer solstice fresh flower mandala
Today, in the northern hemisphere, it’s the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. This day is recognised in many cultures around the world as a day of celebration. I chose to mark the day by making a simple summer solstice fresh flower mandala. Did you...
How to find Banksy’s Kissing Coppers and other great street art in Brighton
Unique, quirky shops line a labyrinth of rambling lanes. The ostentatious Royal Pavilion with it’s Indian inspired domes and minarets. Rainbow coloured Pride flags flapping in a sea breeze. And vibrant street art on every corner, junction box and more than a few...
My favourite arts & crafts online suppliers
Once you get hooked on crafting, it’s hard to resist buying a huge stock of art and craft supplies from the great range that’s available online. The choice out there is bewildering, so where do you start? Here’s a list of all my favourite arts and crafts...
How to make a corner bookmark
FREE corner bookmark templates to colour Do you hate losing your place in a book or worse still, do you sometimes save your place by folding down the corner of a page. You wicked person! I’m certainly guilty of that too but it does ruin your book. With this...
How to make a mini gift box
Add a personal touch to any gift by making your own little box with this free mini gift box template. It makes a great jewellery gift box and is ideal for any small present. I’ve two different templates here. One with a pre-drawn pattern for you to colour (more...
Creating a nature mandala
In recent weeks, many people have had more time on their hands. We’ve slowed down, taken a step back and we’ve reconnected with nature. We’re all birdwatching out of the kitchen windows, jogging (strolling) through the parks near our homes, or, for...
