art project – Page 8 – Sophie Douglas and The Arts School

London views

Visit to the theatre

© 2013 http://www.sophiemayer.com “Person in a stairway in yellow light” “London eye and a fun fair ride” National Theatre Balcony during interval” “London sky becoming night” © 2013 http://www.sophiemayer.com

Weekly Photo Challenge: Masterpiece

This photograph I took a few years ago, but have been re looking at today. I think it is a masterpiece because this is an unedited “holiday snap” that was taken in Angouleme, France last year, For me it is real, and surreal in one space. The city house many amazing pieces of street art,Continue reading “Weekly Photo Challenge: Masterpiece”

When you run out of inspiration: Photo Remix

I love it when you are sitting working, and take a break to get a bit of inspiration, and someone else is doing the same as you. The world is a small place, and we are not alone!

The Power Of Quiet

Originally posted on 101 Books:
I apologize if this is a little off topic today. I don’t normally post about nonfiction here at 101 Books. But as an introvert, I find this both fascinating and encouraging. Susan Cain is a nonfiction author who wrote a book called Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that…

End of another academic year

So it’s the end of another academic year! Students done well, I’ve tried my best, learnt lots having taught different courses, hope I inspired them for good not evil! And it ended with a lovely walk through a field with some gorgeous colleagues, and a delicious meal prepared by my husband when I got home,Continue reading “End of another academic year”

20 Things I learned from Alt NYC (and some drop-dead-gorgeous photos)

hello everyone! I’m back from my trip to NYC and Brooklyn. my time there was full and busy to say the least. I feel like my eyes, heart, and mind have had a sumptuous feast. I attended the Altitude Summit conference, hosted at the Martha Stewart HQ. My goodness. Everything about that event was well…

Studio clear out

Finally got in the studio and had a reorganisation! It is now ready for making tomorrow.

Drawing class – a day of indulgence!

Today I attended a full day drawing class with Nelson Ferreira at the V and A. It felt like a total indulgence being able to just sit and draw for hours! As a drawing teacher it was great to see how others teach the same thing, and to learn better ways of explaining. The thingsContinue reading “Drawing class – a day of indulgence!”

Studio day, and a new series is started!

I have started a new painting series because until I have an exhibtion to see the last series all together, I feel I have moved past the meaning of making them. If anyone knows of anywhere I can exhibit 2 large, 3 medium, and lots of small paintings, please contact me! With the new workContinue reading “Studio day, and a new series is started!”