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Magnolia and Bluebells

Magnolia and Bluebells

The bluebell wood located in my sister’s New Forest property, was the subject of this month’s plenaire’s meeting, to which I was lucky enough to have been invited.

one stage of St. Michael's Mount Lino cut print by Shaun Forward

St. Michael’s Mount – Lino print

Having borrowed a super etching press form my sister, Jenny – I decided to have a go at printing a 5 colour Lino cut which I made during the first lockdown, last year. This is a snapshot of the result.

The Copse 32 Project

The Copse 32 Project

I MUST be desperate for inspiration LOL – I have felt moved to create some artworks, in various forms, of a copse containing 32 trees – which lies a few hundred yards from my daytime workplace.

ight light jars at dusk

Night light jars

Jackie has been working on a number of different treatments for night light jars. The latest development is applying decorative patterned papers and waterproofing them.

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Children’s books

During COVID-19 Lockdown, when separated from our family, we decided to start making simple story books for our grandchildren. They were fun to make – and the boys loved receiving them from the postman! Below is a short video of Jackie making, one of the books called, ‘No dinner, no yoghurt’…

the lemon in front

‘The lemon in front’

Shaun attempts still life! ‘The lemon in front’ is my first ever effort, and I actually find it quite pleasing. I had aimed for a much ‘looser’ feel, but am very happy with this – for my first effort.