Be Cool Be Nice

I recently created some hand lettered doodle art in my sketchbook in support of the @becoolbenice initiative after having received the book and starter pack from them. This fantastic project is aimed at supporting and teaching teenagers how to navigate social media in a way that is positive, inspirational and above all, happy and stress free. This is very important to me. Though my daughter is only 12 and not on social media, I have seen too many kids damaged by it. So, it’s important young people are encouraged to learn to navigate social media safely and respectfully.

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Moleskine and Sketchbook Stuff

Sketchbook

Long time no post. At the moment it’s still all about the pottery and shows no sign of stopping, particularly as I decided to continue my pottery course for another year. However, here and there I have done the odd doodle in my sketchbook and Moleskines. So, here is a small selection over the last few months that I don’t mind too much.

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Draw a Dragon Mummy!

When your Dragon obsessed daughter insists you draw a Dragon, what can you do, but do as she says!   My Dragon obsessed daughter for her birthday, asked for all things Dragon related, and she got them. A Dragon bracelet made by my friend Sylvie, Dragons books, Dragon mug, pen, bookmark, etc. Her passion for Dragons is something I don’t share, but, fully support and encourage.   The sketchbook is handmade and includes paper of different tones, weights and thickness. It was made by my friend Helen Smith on Etsy.

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Ode to Turquoise, Teal and Mint

Leuchtturm Journal, Angie Lewon Notebook, Kaweco fountain pen

  Ode to turquoise, teal and mint.  Featured here are my new  Leuchtturm1917 journal, Kaweco Sports fountain pen and a little Angie Lewin notebook. Featured with are a couple of stones I painted a couple of years ago and a little toy Corvette my hubby gave me. If you are interested in purchasing any original pieces, postcards and prints then please visit my ART SHOP.

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In my Moleskine

Bring out the sun - Moleskine doodle - March 2014

As it’s been ages since I posted any sketchbook/moleskine work I thought it was a good time to post a small selection of drawings over the past few months.

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Creative + Passionate + Inspired

Lorrie Whittington is an illustrator and designer-maker living on the south coast of England with her family. Her focus is drawing, design, photography and ceramics. Lorrie specialises in hand drawn illustrations and more recently hand made ceramic ware. She loves the countryside, the beach, books, music and chocolate.