tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3029867502583193942024-02-19T04:24:16.230+00:00nell: organic and awesomeNellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.comBlogger184125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-4517250915942423612017-01-09T12:59:00.000+00:002017-01-09T12:59:15.700+00:00Pizza Girl Pins!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020;">I am getting back into work mode, and am very excited to have a new product up on my website, introducing </span><a href="http://nellsmithprints.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=db603106120705241519de3e7&id=f1caad64ce&e=ab80bf697b" rel="nofollow" style="-webkit-padding-start: 0px; background: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: #2baadf; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px;" target="_blank">Pizza Girl pins</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020;">! She has turned out so great, and I'm offering a discount till the end of January, use the code PIZZAPARTY to get one for only £5, plus p&p!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #202020;"><br /></span>I aim to be more organised this year, and am busy scheduling <a href="https://twitter.com/I_amNell" target="_blank">tweets</a>, and working my way through the Design Trust <a href="https://twitter.com/DreamPlanDo_com" target="_blank">DREAM|PLAN|DO</a> planner. I still haven't quite figured out my goals for the year, what are your favourite planning tips? Here's to a happy and prosperous 2017 for one and all!</span><br />
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<br />Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-32070995305692200692016-11-17T19:00:00.000+00:002016-11-17T19:00:02.231+00:00Etsy Made Local at People's History MuseumI will be selling my wares alongside 40 other talented makers at the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1654909634832566/" target="_blank">Etsy Made Local</a> market at the gorgeous <a href="http://www.phm.org.uk/" target="_blank">People's History Museum </a>on the 3rd and 4th of December. It runs from Thursday to Sunday, with loads of fantastic locally produced gifts, come along and support local businesses while you do your Christmas shopping! If you can't make it along, don't worry, my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/NellSmith?ref=hdr_shop_menu" target="_blank">etsy shop is here</a>!<br />
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Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-21740855080200822102016-11-05T11:30:00.000+00:002016-11-05T11:30:22.536+00:00Family-friendly Christmas event at Manchester Craft and Design CentreWe are getting excited for our annual <a href="http://www.craftanddesign.com/events/memories-are-made-here/" target="_blank">Christmas event at the Craft and Design Centre!</a><br />
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Come and join us in our beautiful Victorian building, away from the stress and frenzy of the high street for some relaxed shopping, music from <a href="http://levenshulmeukeup.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">Levy Uke Up</a>, and free mulled wine and mince pies!<br />
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There will also be free craft activities, no booking required, just come along from 2-5. All studios are open as usual from 10 - 5:30 too, with the region's best designer-makers selling their wares!<br />
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#memoriesaremadehereNellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-22415878069453702982016-07-18T13:00:00.000+01:002016-07-18T13:00:12.166+01:00Women in Print<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I was super excited to be invited to take part in the exhibition <a href="http://womeninprint.uk/" target="_blank">Women in Print</a> by <a href="http://bowyerjane.co.uk/" target="_blank">Jane Bowyer</a>, illustrator, designer and all-round good egg. I'm exhibiting alongside some top-class female artists, so I feel very flattered to be asked to contribute. The launch is tonight at Rudy's Pizza Place, one of my favourite pizza joints in Manchester. It runs til the 30th of August, so get yourself down and buy some prints, all proceeds go to Manchester Women's Aid. Prints, pizza and beer, what's not to like??</div>
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Since March I have been doing an online course called <a href="http://makeartthatsells.com/" target="_blank">Make Art That Sell</a>s, with the hope of improving my portfolio for freelance illustration work. It's been really fun responding to various briefs and challenging my digital skills. I'm still not sure I have entirely found 'my style', but I will keep on drawing, filling sketchbooks and developing as an artist. This month is the last brief, after which I will be updating my <a href="http://nellsmith.co.uk/" target="_blank">website</a> and contacting some agencies!<br />
So far I have made a cover for a colouring book, designed a Christmas ornament and illustrated a tarot card.<br />
Last month's brief was to draw characters for a children's book, based on vicunas. So fun!<br />
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I think the colouring book assignment was my favourite, I absolutely loved drawing women's faces and hair, so I will keep on trying to improve my portrait skills. Next up is flowers and lettering, here are my sketches so far:</div>
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It's been a good opportunity to practice brush lettering, after the ace workshop I attended with <a href="http://artsynibs.com/" target="_blank">Artsy Nibs</a>. I would really recommend Joyce's classes, really fun and good value for money!</div>
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Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-44499690047403967302016-04-25T13:17:00.001+01:002016-04-25T13:23:21.662+01:00The Website is Alive!Hurray hurray! I've just had my first order through my new website, <a href="http://nellsmithprints.com/">nellsmithprints.com</a>! I'm super excited and happy that it works. I've also set up a <a href="http://www.nellsmithprints.com/">newsletter</a>, which I've been meaning to do for YEARS, so that's exciting for me too. As a thank you if you sign up, I'll send you a code for 20% off plus free shipping. I'd really appreciate any feedback you have on the site, too!<br />
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<br />Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-15495707978643328712016-03-24T10:16:00.000+00:002016-03-24T10:18:15.670+00:00I am crafting a website!Hello! I am currently working away on a new website, wrangling with SEO, Meta titles, branding and all that jive. It's really stressful and overwhelming!<br />
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To add to my stress and overwhelm, I am taking part in <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ArtBattleManchester/?fref=ts" target="_blank">Art Battle Manchester</a> tomorrow night! It sold out in 4 hours, ohgodwhatamidoing?? I might just draw a pizza with legs. I must now return to the Internet mines. Have a lovely Easter, everybody!
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<br />Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-85731264297672050042016-01-26T12:16:00.001+00:002016-01-26T12:18:13.600+00:00Product Photography ImprovementHello! The first post of the year! I've been working on improving my product photography, I've noticed a drop off of my online sales, which is a bit worrying, and when you're competing against so much lovely stuff online, it's a good idea to look your best!<br />
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So I've had an overhaul of my alphabet risograph prints. The old ones are taken against a white background, using lights, which I thought were great at the time, but natural light is so much better. It was fun to do a bit of styling with props too, I think the new shots have a much warmer feel to them. What do you think?<br />
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I used the <a href="http://heidiadnum.com/books.html" target="_blank">Crafter's Guide to Taking Great Photos by Heidi Adnum</a>, I'd really recommend this book if you're keen to learn a bit more about product photography. Of course, there are loads of online guides, but I like having a book to refer to! All my prints are <a href="http://nellsmith.bigcartel.com/category/posters" target="_blank">available online</a>, and from my bricks and mortar shop at the <a href="http://www.craftanddesign.com/" target="_blank">Craft and Design Centre</a>, which is also having an exciting face lift!<br />
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I used my lovely block printing kit from <a href="http://www.fredaldous.co.uk/" target="_blank">Fred Aldous</a> to make the lino cuts. If you have something you're working on and would like to share, join in with the hashtag WIPWednesday on Twitter and Instagram!Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-76466204853645394552015-09-05T12:41:00.000+01:002015-09-05T12:41:12.802+01:00Saturday Sketchbook<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Here's a page from last night's super rough sketching times. I'm intending on making a new screenprint for the <a href="http://www.buyartfair.co.uk/" target="_blank">Buy Art Fair</a>, which is rapidly approaching. Genius me thought it was in October, whoops...I've always been a big fan of shield bugs, they come in many shapes, sizes and an incredible array of shimmering colours. I've seen a few around this Summer that have captured my imagination. Here's hoping I can get the print done in time! Set up is the 23rd September, wish me luck.</div>
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<script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script>Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-42475744560318841932015-09-03T10:04:00.000+01:002015-09-03T10:10:04.807+01:00Back to SkoolI've had such a lovely summer, full of friends, fun times and adventures. I'll be blogging more about what I've been up to over the coming weeks, this is part of my back-to-school plan. I went to a Creative Business Development session yesterday here at the Craft Centre, run by the very lovely <a href="http://shoutingquietly.com/" target="_blank">Pete Mosley</a>. It was a very inspiring day, I feel ready to make some Big Plans and get myself into gear!<br />
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How is everyone getting ready for the new season? Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-17485738394705752992015-05-01T11:19:00.001+01:002015-05-01T11:19:54.381+01:00Blog Every Day in MayI'm attempting this challenge for the second time, and have decided to start off with 10 random facts about me as an introduction.<br />
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I'm a printmaker, I've been running <a href="http://nellclothing.co.uk/" target="_blank">my own business</a> for nearly 7 years, making and selling my stuffs.<br />
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I don't like small talk. I prefer big talk or being completely ludicrous.<br />
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I say I'm not a fan of routine and repetition, but actually I really need it to stay focused.<br />
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My favourite food is probably the noble avocado.<br />
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I'm pretty good at hula hooping.<br />
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I was once sick in a bin under the counter at work. I carried on serving customers afterwards.<br />
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I have a lot of stories about massages. Ask me about them if we meet!<br />
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I'm at my happiest when drawing and listening to music, preferably in sunshine.<br />
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I sing in an all girl choir, She Choir Manchester. We're really good, come see us if you get the chance!<br />
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I love creative swearing. <br />
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There you go! Hope that's not too boring a start. I'm looking forward to reading everyone's posts and writing some more of my own. Happy May everybody!<br />
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<br />Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-9553319846562803142015-03-04T13:56:00.001+00:002015-03-04T13:56:29.293+00:00Work in Progress Wednesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Yesterday I did a large scale dotwork drawing on the window of the <a href="http://www.craftanddesign.com/" target="_blank">Craft Centre</a>, which was very enjoyable, and a bit of a learning curve! I drew an heptagon measuring about half a metre across using 0.7 mm Posca markers. This was my first error. I've never drawn on glass before and using a nib so narrow made the ink kind of slide around, and of course it took a VERY long time to build up enough colour to make an impact. I wish I had drawn a larger shape, as it gets a bit lost in the window, and next time I would use fatter pens. I've got lots of ideas for my next window, so I'm really glad I've made a start on large scale work outside of the studio. I felt pretty nervous before I started, then I popped my headphones in and all was well. My arm really hurts today.</div>
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Vinyl stickers for the window.</div>
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First things first, we'd heard how expensive everything is in Norway, so we decided to stock up on Duty Free at the airport. Cue much bewilderment about what we were allowed to take with us. Turns out Norway is NOT part of the European Union. Who knew?? Fiercely independent, it turns out. This was good news for us.<br />
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I hadn't really done much research as it was quite a last minute thing, we had originally planned on going to Berlin, but the flights were too expensive. So I hadn't really realised how beautiful Norway is, I fell asleep on the plane and awoke to amazing icy vistas!<br />
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We got the train from the airport to Oslo Sentral, more beauty to feast our eyes upon. Snowy scenes! Our apartment was near the <a href="http://operaen.no/en/" target="_blank">Opera House,</a> which is an amazing building, I was very excited as you can see into the costume department and there were wigs and models aplenty.<br />
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There was a spectacular sunset across the water. Absolutely amazing. After finding the apartment, and spending around a thousand Krone on snacks, we found our way to Grunelökke, which is a cool, independent area in Olso. We went for cocktails and burritos, and immediately had to take a cavalier approach to spending, as it was too depressing to work out how much everything actually cost.<br />
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The next day we took the tram to Frogner Park to see the <a href="http://www.vigeland.museum.no/en/vigeland-park" target="_blank">Vigeland</a> sculptures. Everything has a bit of a retro, slightly 80s vibe to it, but the actual park is incredible, and we were super lucky that the weather was bob on, cold and clear and crisp.<br />
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After checking out the sculptures we decided to walk to the museum quarter. It took quite a while, and we were all desperate for an open sandwich and a sit down by the time we got there.</div>
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The Viking Ship Museum was brilliant, really interesting and a very cool building. We spent about an hour there before getting the bus back to Grunelökke to refuel. We got beer and burgers from a place called Munchies, which was absolute 100% hunk central. Ridiculous.</div>
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On sunday we went to try and find the Oslo flea market via a scamper up the Opera house building. Unfortunately we had to carry all our bags, which was a little arduous. The market wasn't quite where I expected it to be, but we went to Godt Bröd bakery and coffee shop for the World's Most Amazing egg custard and cinnamon bun, which lifted our spirits into the sky! We found the flea market, but it was a bit disappointing, some great furniture, but that was just a pipe dream when flying with Ryan Air. We made our way to the bus station after a delicious hotdog. The bus journey to the airport was really beautiful, I wish we had more time (and money) to explore the countryside more! Can only imagine the wonder of Summer in Norway.</div>
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In summary: the men are insanely handsome, the dogs are amazing, and there's not a wallet in the world big enough for the amount of Krone you'll need. I would love to see more of Scandinavia!</div>
<br />Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-32793231320725177102015-02-10T14:00:00.000+00:002015-02-10T14:00:34.132+00:00Studio Shake UpIt's all change at Studio 25, as we sadly say bye bye to Lily Greenwood, and hi hi to Kathryn Edwards.<br />
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Liz (aka Lily Greenwood) has been a resident at Manchester Craft and Design Centre for nearly 9 years, and has been an inspiration, friend and shoulder to cry on at various points since I started in 2008! She encouraged me to apply for my first studio, and helped me with my business plan and application, so I would like to say a massive THANK YOU and good luck to her! She will carry on with her creative business, you can still buy her beautiful work direct from her <a href="http://www.lilygreenwood.com/" target="_blank">website</a>.<br />
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Kathryn is returning to the Craft Centre after some time out to get married, move to London and back, and have a baby! We are super excited to welcome her back, as she is a total good egg, and produces wonderful illustrative work, focusing on landmark Manchester buildings, such as Victoria Baths and The Star and Garter. Check out her work <a href="https://www.facebook.com/IamKathrynAedwards?pnref=story" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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<br />And last, but not least, the very lovely <a href="http://www.janebleasedesign.co.uk/" target="_blank">Jane Blease</a> is off on maternity leave soon too! Must be something in the water, I'd best watch out. Taking over her days at the craft centre is recent graduate <a href="http://www.daisyleeovertonjewellery.co.uk/" target="_blank">Daisy Lee-Overton</a>, who makes beautiful sculptural jewellery. We look forward to welcoming her to the <a href="http://www.craftanddesign.com/" target="_blank">Craft Centre</a>!<br /><br />
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On Saturday I ran a couple of print workshops for <a href="http://www.ministryofcraft.co.uk/" target="_blank">Ministry of Craft</a>, screen printing in the morning and lino print in the afternoon.<br />
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<br />Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-51858608268781777752015-02-04T12:30:00.002+00:002015-02-04T12:30:41.398+00:00Work in Progress WednesdayThis year I want to push my 'other' work more, as it's a good stretch for my brain, and part of what I really love and excites me is coming up with new ideas, the ping ping ping of working on something new. I don't necessary love the 'end product' or even really producing something to sell. I keep thinking I should start a new blog and website for this separate part of my practice as it might be a bit confusing for people as it is so different, so far removed from my craft business.<br />
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I am also trying to blog more and writing does help me to think about things more clearly and deeply.<br />
Apologies if this post is a bit of a mind splurge, I am trying to be more honest, not everything is great in the land of craft, it is a struggle sometimes, lots of doubts creep in, especially this time of year, it's quiet, cold and cash flow is a nightmare! (aka, I'm skint).<br />
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On the plus side, I've just booked flights to Oslo for my friend's 30th birthday! Never too poor for a bit of adventure!<br />
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So, my WIP (work in progress for those uninitiated into the language of the maker) today is for the window display at the Craft Centre. Some of the resident makers are going to take it in turns throughout the year to dress the window. I thought this was the perfect opportunity to produce some larger-scale geometric work. I loved making my giant paper wreath at Christmas and doing something for the window feels quite low-pressure, rather than producing work to 'exhibit'. So, still along the lines of geometry, colour theory, spectrums, looking at shapes within shapes, heptagons, RGB, CMYK, the number 7...this will take form over the next few weeks, but I really think this line of work my constantly progress and change.<br />
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I went to see the <a href="http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-31094013" target="_blank">Liz West installation</a> at the weekend at <a href="https://www.a-n.co.uk/news/manchesters-new-art-space-federation-house" target="_blank">Federation House</a>, which was really beautiful and inspiring. An amazing spectrum of coloured light, that looked different from each part of the building. I love Federation House, such a great space and ace for the art scene in Manchester!<br />
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<br />Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-25590449894700737642015-02-03T09:31:00.001+00:002015-02-03T09:31:41.785+00:00Valentines PapercutsIt's February, my birthday month, and I have been working away getting my website updated with lots of products. January felt like a bit of a slog, so I'm starting afresh and looking forward to Chinese New Year! My papercuts are now online, I really love making these, especially the anatomical heart, which was something I started when I was working on the weekly word drawing project.<br />
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Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-7880023043268606982014-12-02T09:16:00.002+00:002014-12-02T09:16:56.248+00:00Tote-ally great<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I've been updating my online shops, so I now have 5 different designs of tote bags available to buy. Check 'em out here: <a href="http://nellsmith.bigcartel.com/category/tote-bags" target="_blank">http://nellsmith.bigcartel.com/category/tote-bags</a>. They are organic cotton, hand screen printed by me, and at 10 pounds a pop, would make a lovely pressie for your Secret Santa! For the run up to Christmas, I'll be including some surprise gifts with each online order. I love Chrimbo!</div>
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Hello to you! I'll skip the usual lack-of-blog apology and move right along to the important stuff. I've worked all summer long on new things and I have FINALLY put new prints up on my website. Here are a few work in progress shots to prove that I have been working hard, and that I draw everything by hand before any printmaking commences.</div>
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I think one of my favourite prints is the Spectrum Goat Skull. I love the way the colours blend, so each one is completely unique. It's always a bit of risk, trying something new and changing direction, so I really hope I sell some of this work. I've loved making it. There are five new prints up, go have a look, <a href="http://nellsmith.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">http://nellsmith.bigcartel.com/</a> and if you like what you see, there is 25% off everything in the shop all weekend with the code NONEMOREBLACK. Have a good 'un! x<br />
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Another busy week! I am so tired I can't really think about what I've done. Made a start on some new big drawings and made some time-lapse films, thank you very much to the ever lovely <a href="http://paulcapewell.com/" target="_blank">Paul Capewell</a> for the app recommendation! Lots of fun to be had. I can't upload it here without a big faff about and frankly I want to go to bed for a bit, so that'll have to wait. Follow me on <a href="http://ink361.com/app/users/ig-27810730/iamnell/photos" target="_blank">instagram</a> if you're desperate for a peek.</div>
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'Hand' was the theme for this Weekly Word Drawing and as it was Friday the 13th I thought I'd embrace the beast within with some horns. Drew this watching the Mexico-Cameroon game. I am now dead into football after forgetting all about it for the past 4 years. Funny that.</div>
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Pretty satisfying to see how much quicker I've got over the past year, also felt a lot easier than it used to! 26th female, happy with that.</div>
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I still haven't had a booze-drink, but this is all set to change later, BBQ, football and party times. What could possibly go wrong?<br />
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Miles run: 3<br />
Miles cycled: absolutely loads<br />
Yoga classes: 1<br />
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Magnums consumed: Let's not talk about that, ok?Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-38533769739808551812014-06-08T18:58:00.000+01:002014-06-08T18:58:12.851+01:00Juneathon Week One round upI've had a good and busy week, in which I have exercised everyday but had no time or inclination to blog, so here's a little round up instead.<br />
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I made a start on bigger geometric drawings in my studio. Really pleased with how they're evolving. This is about a metre across. Tricky to get a good picture. I'm going to try and make a little time lapse film of me making one. This will involve me learning how to make a time lapse film, hmmm.<br />
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On Friday I went to a meeting in Liverpool at <a href="http://www.openeye.org.uk/" target="_blank">Open Eye Gallery</a>. Exciting things happening, which I'll talk about later once things are confirmed! It's a great space, enjoyed the Martin Parr photographs. I went over to the Tate Modern and checked out the Constellations exhibition too.<br />
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The weather was beautiful, I had such a nice day pottering around and checking out some galleries and drinking lots of good coffee. Went to Bold Street Coffee and managed to find the <a href="http://balticbakehouse.co.uk/" target="_blank">Baltic Bakehouse</a>, which was boss, la!<br />
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Went to the Science Fiction exhibition at <a href="http://www.fact.co.uk/" target="_blank">FACT</a>, which really spun me out. There were loads of little doors to go through , it was like being on a space ship (I imagine). There was this weird film with a talking lychee (or durian, who can say?) in it which I enjoyed.<br />
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On Saturday I got soaked for the umpteenth time cycling into town to teach a screen printing workshop at Fred Aldous. Lovely group, always love seeing how different everyones prints are. Next workshop dates are in September, you can book on the <a href="http://www.ministryofcraft.co.uk/" target="_blank">Ministry of Craft</a> website.<br />
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I was a little late with my Weekly Word Drawing. This week's theme was 'Head'. I had a few different ideas, but hastily knocked these smug moon heads out. Trilby versus fez, which will win? (Fez, obvs.)<br />
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I am trying to be healthy and eat well and not drink, so made a radish and fennel salad with lemon and mint dressing, to accompany delish tea made by my pal. First Saturday night booze-free since time immemorial.<br />
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This morning Nick and I drove out to Longdendale and ran up and down a big hill. It was mega!<br />
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Miles ran: 6.8<br />
Yoga classes completed: 1<br />
Units of alcohol consumed: ZERO!Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-1874710468507928542014-06-04T13:06:00.000+01:002014-06-04T13:06:22.903+01:00Not Running, but Risographing and getting great Reviews.I have completely slipped behind with my training plan. Eek. The only exercise I've done this week is cycling into town and back. To be fair this is a bout a 10 mile round trip, so better than nothing, but not great. I slept terribly last night, hopefully I'll settle back into a routine soon.<br />
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I cycled to the Craft Centre to take some photos of my latest alphabet risograph prints, I spent this morning editing the photos, which always takes so much longer than predicted! <a href="http://nellsmith.bigcartel.com/product/f-is-for-fox-alphabet-risograph-print" target="_blank">Little Foxes</a> are now available to buy from my <a href="http://nellsmith.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">website</a>.<br />
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A lovely customer got in touch to say how happy she was with her order and has left a glowing review on <a href="http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/nell-manchester" target="_blank">Yelp!</a> How nice.<br />
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What an amazing, whirlwind week it's been! I didn't quite make it through Blog Every Day in May, as I was called away at the last minute on Very Important Business to New York! Who could say no?</div>
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My Dad came to stay last Friday, my washing machine broke and flooded water all over the kitchen floor, I sang with She Choir on Saturday in the pouring rain at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/793276007365520" target="_blank">Envirolution</a> Festival in Platt Fields Park, went to my friend Jane's wedding on Sunday, flew out to New York on Monday, came back on Friday, stood in my room for half an hour nearly going under trying to pack for a trip to Derbyshire, celebrated my sister's 10th wedding anniversary, came home on Sunday and slept.</div>
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So, I've failed at <a href="http://juneathon.com/" target="_blank">Juneathon</a> already, but I'm going to try to bring it back this week. I feel pretty done in, so I'm having some low-key times, have stocked up with fruit and veg and am staying off the booze!</div>
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Little Italy with a delicious beer.</div>
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Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-302986750258319394.post-42284518646688339582014-05-24T10:09:00.002+01:002014-05-24T10:11:07.418+01:00Healthy Living<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Healthy living feels much easier when the weather's good. I bought up all this good stuff when the sun was shining. I try to be pretty healthy, going running, eating lots of fruit and veg, cycling and all that jazz. Unfortunately I do love a little beer now and then, which is not so healthy. Just a little one though, honest.Nellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10865082115134250189noreply@blogger.com0