Threads of connection

Inspiring artists

Stuart Hicking - a UK artist's lifetime journey of making - Celebrating the work of Stuart Hicking a wonderful artist whom I have bought several works from highly recommended.

Home | Herbie Hare Art and Furniture - A great artist, known for his quirky take on life :) This artist also does commissions and has produced unique pieces including items for famous clients - highly recommended

Art Of Ian Jones – Art of Ian Jones - Brilliant artwork, vibrant colours I have a print of his work and another highly recommended artist.

A shop founded by David Shrigley in Copenhagen – Shrig Shop - What can I say? I love this guys work, very amusing take on life, his artwork makes me happy again highly recommended!

Home - David Bartlett Artist - Birmingham UK - This artwork has a more abstract, yet spiritual quality to it. You are able to see more into the artwork the more you look at it. This artist has had work featured both at home and abroad again worth a look and highly recommended.

 

and here come the girls.....

 

Artworks — FERREN GIPSON - well what can I say, this lady can do it all and I mean all! Dr Ferren Gipson is an artist, storyteller, writer, curator..check out her website for more information and I can guarantee you will not be disappointed!! I am still reading her book 'Women's Work from feminine arts to feminist art - probably in my top 10 books of all time! :)

Yayoi Kusama Art, Bio, Ideas | TheArtStory - So I have mentioned this artist again on my website simply because I could study this artist all day. She has so impressed me with her art story, struggle with ongoing mental illness and healing with the power of art that I just find her amazing!

Bridget Riley: Learning to See | Turner Contemporary - Bridget Riley is currently being shown at Turner Contemporary with her exhibition Learning to See - I love her work, I am not an experienced art critic so I cannot comment on what she is trying to say, I only know that I love how her paintings make me feel, which is basically amazed, inspired and intrigued!

Saffron Gray👑The R&B Princess | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree - Now this lady is to my mind a performance artist like no other! If you like R n B Music then this R&B Princess is the one to watch! I have said that my website is a welcome haven for all arts and that includes music! Saffron's voice and commitment to her work is to be applauded again and again! Keeping it real girlfriend! :)

Faith Ringgold Paintings, Bio, Ideas | TheArtStory - Faith Ringgold's work is stunning. Although she sadly passed in 2024, her legacy of work is a joy to behold! Her work entitled Dinner at Gertrude Stein's (The French Collection, Part II: number 9), 1991 is simply stunning. To find out more about this beloved artist and activist check out Women's Work: From feminine arts to feminist art: Amazon.co.uk: Gipson, Ferren: 9780711264656: Books

 

 

Links for Hope and Healing

• Home - Alcoholics Anonymous Great Britain - Help for those who are struggling with alcohol addiction
• About Us — Bigvision - Help for young adults in recovery trying to live a sober life based in the USA.
• Narcissism & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery | Richard Grannon - Help for those in recovery from narcissistic abuse

 

Book recommendations

• NIV Journalling Bible - Ben and Hannah Dunnett - Whether you a believer or non believer this bible offers something for everyone in terms of being able to view the bible through artistic drawings. I do own this particular bible and have been journalling in it and have found it to be useful, however everyone must follow their own path when it comes to belief.
• Start Painting Now — EMILY POWELL - This is a fantastic book for anyone thinking about having a go at painting! It is filled with some amazing prompts and ideas, I highly recommend this book :)
• Women's Work by Ferren Gipson – Shop Contemporary - This book discusses textile arts from a women's perspective and it is highly recommended.