I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your wonderful support throughout the year, It truly means the world to me to be able to create for you.
We will be taking a break from the 13th December to 13th January 2025 - any orders placed during this time will be processed on our return.
May you find moments of joy throughout the Christmas Season.
Tina x
Welcome..
Thank you for stopping by for a peek into the wonderful world of watercolour and gouache !
Be it your favourite landscape that holds cherished memories or the architectural details and charm that make your house a home, hand drawn images are painted into colourful watercolour illustrations that create lasting memories.
Each piece of original art is hand painted in my garden studio in Townsville, Queensland, Australia and is created to give you a beautiful selection of original paintings, art prints and more. Being a Townsville local with a love for our region, you will find sunshine filled illustrated artworks that represent our tropical lifestyle.
I passionately encourage others to discover their own creativity.
Tina
I’m just a girl with busy hands…
Making and creating since i was very young was a way to keep those hands (and mind) busy with little treasures I had lovingly created for family and friends. I realised that the gifts would bring a smile to families faces. I enjoyed creating and it was a good feeling to have too..
So here I am, finally figuring out in my 40’s that art was good for the creator and the receiver..
So I set about to put more happy art out into the world that could add a little sunshine in someones day, because after all, we could all do with more sunshine, Tina X
Looking for a special gift ?
Here are a few gift ideas for those special friends and family that may come in handy this Christmas!
I’m here to make life a little easier for you… Your purchase can be wrapped in Australian made gift wrap and a card added with your personal note… local pick up available within Townsville.
What’s New in Prints
Several NEW Print designs have been created and are now available.
Original Artworks
Each original artwork has been hand drawn and painted with layers and details to tell a story and convey a feeling. There is something extra special about having your very own original artwork. I wish that through the use of my colours and techniques that the imagery resonates with you and perhaps evokes your treasured memories.
Please get in touch if you would like to view them in person.
Personalised Portraits of your Home Sweet Home
Custom House Portraits - Bookings Open February 2025
Each portrait is lovingly hand drawn with an eye for detail and painted with Artist quality watercolours on archival heavy paper that comes signed and ready to frame. These make great personalised gifts for loved ones.
Behind the scenes as I create in my garden studio.
Drawing and painting with pencils and watercolours are a great way to relax. Sketchbooks are a favourite way to work on small pieces that are not overwhelming to create in, after all it is only one page ! They are great to travel with as they come in small handy sizes that fit in a small bag along with a few pencils and you are ready to go.
My Favourite Supplies..
Here are some of my favourite art supplies…. of course you don’t need them all to be able to get creative… you just need to start !
Pencils: Hb pencil or clutch pencils. If you like you can add a few coloured pencils to your kit for fun !
Watercolour Paper : Hot or cold press (I prefer the smooth surface of hot press)
Watercolour Paints : Student grade are fine to start with, you’ll want a small set with both warm and cool colours so you can mix your own. Over time you will want to pick up a few good quality paint tubes to try.
Paint Brushes : I prefer round, synthetic NEEF brand with a nice point in a few sizes, no4,no6, no8 will get you started.
Water Dish ; A clean jar works a treat, I have two on the go at once, one for cleaning brushes and one for mixing and adding to fresh paint.
Paper Towel ; or a clean dry cloth to wipe your brush on to remove excess water.
Palette : A simple white china plate will work for this. Watercolour can be re wet and used again later. The plate makes for easy clean up too.
I hope you find this helpful !
I believe we are all born creative, some of us are just more practiced.
I believe we are all born creative, some of us are just more practiced.
Follow along…
Find us on Instagram or facebook for process videos and insights into the creative journey. Get in touch via email with any enquiries you may have and I will get back to you.
