My Christmas Gift Guide
WHY GIVE ART?
3 excellent reasons to give art this Christmas
1) Gifting art presents the opportunity for you to discover new artists whilst simultaneously supporting small businesses and independent makers.
2) Receiving something unique and well-considered will no doubt make the recipient feel ultra special, especially if you have taken the time to find an artwork that reflects their personality or passions.
3) You can find great art on any budget!
Here are a few Christmas gift ideas and some advice for buying my artworks. I hope this guide this will steer you towards finding that perfect present. Good luck! Please join the cause and #ShopIndependentThisChristmas.
WHAT IS A HAND-EMBELLISHED PRINT?
When you buy one of my hand-embellished artworks you receive a print that has an added design feature created by hand in the studio (by me!). Every print in an edition is embellished individually, which adds an extra special element to the finished piece. Most of my prints are embellished using a needle and golden thread and feature hand-stitched shapes which I apply directly through the paper. Some of my artworks and commissions are embellished with glitter as well as stitching.
GO BIG!
If you know that the recipient of your gift has a big wall to fill, this presents an opportunity to go big! There’s no easier way to transform a room than with a large-scale statement artwork. See the originals category in my shop for large artworks available now. Make sure you get accurate wall measurements before choosing a piece!
GO MINI!
My mini prints are the perfect solution for art on a budget at £40 a pop! Display them in small nooks and crannies, as a feature on a mantelpiece or on bookshelves. They are also the perfect size for stocking stuffing or secret santas!
ART UNDER £100
If you’re on a budget, I have a few colourful pieces you could consider, some of which are hand embellished (such as Tropical Palms A3 for £75). Check out Art Under £100 on my website which also features Mini prints and gift cards starting at £4.50.
ARTWORKS FOR KIDS ROOMS
Geometric patterns and hand-embellished shapes are eye-catching and interesting for little ones to gaze at and soft pastel colours are perfect for nursery decor. You might agree that the works I am suggesting are rather more suited to a little girls room, so here is one great option for a boy!
SOMETHING EXTRA SPECIAL
If you want to make sure that they will truly LOVE their artwork then why not consider a gift card or credit towards a commission? To get an idea of the cost of my commissions have a look at my Original Works section. I can issue gift cards or credit notes easily by email, in a branded gift card, or in the form of a code to enter online - just contact me.
MY PICK FOR HER
What better than a ticket to Miami to bask in the sun by an Art Deco pool all weekend? Not much. If that’s too far fetched, you can at least give the impression of it with Miami Pool (£900). This is my most detailed print featuring screen printed gloss, glitter and gold metallic layers and hand- stitched gold thread details. It has tiny gold patterns allover the paving and glistening pearlescent swirls throughout the water. And it’s in the perfect feminine colour palette.
MY PICK FOR HIM
There are plenty of options in my Geometric Series for him. Pearl Moon (£325) features a hand-embellished gold section within a striking geometric circular design with a pop of pearlescent blue. See more of my geometric prints (£125-£325) in the Prints section of my shop.
CHRISTMAS ORDER DATES
For UK shipping please place orders by 14th December.
For International shipping please contact me and place orders by 1st December.