It may be 2025, but I have recently found out that I have been selected for the Cheltenham Illustration Awards 2024. This is a narrative art competition which can be a single image or a series of images that tell a story. The theme - Future Forecasts - really resonates with my science fiction focused … Continue reading Cheltenham Illustration Awards 2024
Author: natalieknowlesart
Christmas 2024
Undoubtedly, my 2024 creative projects have been an exciting journey and evolution with Cricut and Yours magazine. It has been magical to see my illustrations replicated in different sizes, forming a little batch production that I know would have enchanted my MA tutors back-in-the-day. I've always hand-drawn my art work and I still get the … Continue reading Christmas 2024
Semblance
I discovered contemporary art in the height of the lockdowns during 2020 and 2021. Joining a local arts group opened up a whole new world of making art installations and expressive pieces. I exhibited Meditations (2020) as part of an online exhibition with The Lonely Arts Club. They were exhibited for real in Oct 2021 … Continue reading Semblance
Christmas Card 2023
Designing an annual Christmas card is a cherished tradition that has been a part of my festive preparations since 2014. It's a lot of fun coming up with a theme. Often, it represents some aspect of the year, or it's inspired by a friend's suggestion. This year, I have returned to Wonderland. I've drawn a … Continue reading Christmas Card 2023