My goodness it’s been one heck of a month or so. To be honest I’ve really lost track of time and I’m constantly questioning what day, month, year or even what lifetime we’re in. By having a little look down my very irregular blog feed, you can see there’s been a several personal challenges that I’ve had to face. But the passing of a friend has been the hardest one. Although the news is heart breaking I’m trying to channel what fleeting waves of energy I have to get my creative career back on track and as so much needed self care. Life is far too short and I want to try to make the most of things. The run of bad luck has helped me revaluate what I’m doing and how I’m spending my energy. So I’m making adjustments, taking chances and hoping for the best.
One of incredibly helpful thing I’ve put into place for myself is transforming my work space to boost my productivity. I work out of my bedroom, which has always been a struggle. But now I’ve reworked the space to create a functional studio space and a cozy rest area I’m able to be far more productive. I’ve completely rearranged my room and I am now using my shelving unit as a room divider. This also double the shelving storage, as the shelves can be accessed from both sides. I affectionately refer to my rest area as my ‘nest’. The double bed takes up the entirety of the rest area. On one side, is the window to day dream out of, on the other, the room divider packed with various odds and ends and plenty of books. The work area is made up of two desks, the various cubby holes and drawers allow for useful and practical storage and I can easily access all my materials and equipment.
There’s still a lot I’m processing, which you may or may not have seen present in my work. Although there has been a lot of sorrow I have also been surrounded by so much love and kindness. It’s been a turbulent time, but I have also been witness and a part of some beautiful and profound expressions of love humanity.
These difficult times have pushed me forward into a time or renewal, emotionally, spiritually and creatively. Which is a very fancy way to say I’ll be updating my shop and website soon. Being a one woman show these changes take a little time so it won’t be an overnight transformation, but I’ll be sure to update you all through my social media pages on any progress I make. Thanks for baring with me and still hanging about. Looking forward to updating you all again soon.
Love, Esther
P.S. My shop is back OPEN! New additions on the way.
A magical wintery scene, a lone polar bear gazes out on to the mystical mountains as the Northern Lights dance above. Made through traditional printing processes, woodcut and lino. 6” x 6” envelopes included, blank card on the inside.
Traditional printing can often leave small imperfections during the printing process, these beauty marks add character and charm to the unique print.