Random Monday

Random Monday is all about my girls and our lovely village.  With the open houses keeping me busy, I felt like I hardly saw our girls.  The weekend went really well and I loved it, I got more sleep than last year and so it meant that I was less overwhelmed.  If you are wondering if you should exhibit your work or join a open house, I really recommend it.  The feedback, genuine support and encouragement has spurred me onto wanting to show and sell my work in different locations.  

Flyer no.3

This week I have been lost in the world of countdown to Open Houses.  It is finally coming together.  I've been so excited seeing the new images, printed and framed that even though I have so much to do, I keep asking people to pop in and see them wrapped and sitting on my kitchen table.  Hopefully they will come back and see them unwrapped and hung!

Cheese & Biscuits

Truth be told I cannot really justify giving up nearly two hours today to shoot some food images.  But the sun was out, the ironing pile was way too high and I needed a distraction.  Also I found these lovely Arthur Price butter knives and cute pink jugs in the local charity and vintage shop that the temptation was too much!  Dreaming of shooting for a lovely food magazine.

Our Girls

Taken over the last week, as we have loved the warmer days.  These two really bless our lives and fill with happy days.

Flyer no.2

My dear friend Su put together another flyer for me with the aim of rolling them out in the run up to Open Houses.  I am so very shattered but excited about this year's open houses.  Also I am constantly, amazed, encouraged and touched by the online support that I've received, via pinterest, twitter, facebook and instagram.  I truly cherish and feel so grateful for all those that have stuck by my journey.  A heartfelt thank you.

Open Houses Invite

Today we made put this together!  If you are local, visiting Sussex or in the country!  Please drop me a direct line if you would like to find out and feel free to pop along.  It feels less daunting this year and more exciting.  Thanks for all the comments and visits, it really does keep me going.

Random Wednesday

We are into day two of returning to school and the house seems so still and quiet, yet my busy days of playing catch up seems to hectic and loud.  It is all about getting ready for my second year in open houses in our village.  It's at the end of June and not too far away from Brighton, so if you fancy popping along, you are most welcome, just send me a direct message.

Sweet William and Limes Still Life

Tomorrow the girls return to school after our half term break.  It was very easy, relaxing and had lovely visitors from afar.  The above is one my new still life images I shot for June's open houses.