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Collage of 6 images of Jeanne-Louise at exhibitions and markets

Looking back on 2022 – part 4: Events

The Life Forms exhibition and the Otley coffee culture pop-up market were much-needed opportunities to enjoy the social side of artist life this year. Jeanne-Louise reflects on 2022 exhibitions and...

Looking back on 2022 – part 4: Events

The Life Forms exhibition and the Otley coffee culture pop-up market were much-needed opportunities to enjoy the social side of artist life this year. Jeanne-Louise reflects on 2022 exhibitions and...

Collage of artist and artwork, from sketch through various stages on the easel to final painting of dancers in purple tulip tutus

Looking back on 2022 – part 3: The delights of ...

I hope 2023 brings opportunities to create more paintings like this one. A dancing commission that celebrates friendship and collaboration, gratitude and personal growth. I was truly honoured to be...

Looking back on 2022 – part 3: The delights of ...

I hope 2023 brings opportunities to create more paintings like this one. A dancing commission that celebrates friendship and collaboration, gratitude and personal growth. I was truly honoured to be...

Collage of 7 photos of artist with sketch, painting on easel, framed painting, artist drawing in garden, two people holding a painting, closeup of artist paint tray and painting, finished painting of a house

Looking back on 2022 part 2: The Barley Mill

Jeanne-Louise looks back on one of her favourite commissions: an original house portrait. The project began with on-site, plein air sketching and culminated in many layers of oil paint.

Looking back on 2022 part 2: The Barley Mill

Jeanne-Louise looks back on one of her favourite commissions: an original house portrait. The project began with on-site, plein air sketching and culminated in many layers of oil paint.

2 photos showing a sunflower ballerina painting at different stages of progress

Looking back on 2022 – part 1: sunflower tutus

Jeanne-Louise shares memories from her 2022 creations, including these sunflower tutu ballerina creations. A commission and tribute painting embodying hopes for peace in this world.

Looking back on 2022 – part 1: sunflower tutus

Jeanne-Louise shares memories from her 2022 creations, including these sunflower tutu ballerina creations. A commission and tribute painting embodying hopes for peace in this world.

Set of 3 continuous line ballerina greetings cards

Tips: Getting around the artist block

Here are a few of the tricks I’ve learnt over the years that help me keep my creative flow alive, even when life and work encroach on my time. Hopefully one or...

Tips: Getting around the artist block

Here are a few of the tricks I’ve learnt over the years that help me keep my creative flow alive, even when life and work encroach on my time. Hopefully one or...

Drawing of hedgehog in pink wrap skirt shown with brush pens

The story of Hedgie

Christmas crafting is extra special in Ballettoons Land, as it’s linked to the tale of how Hedgie evolved. Read on to enjoy the Hedgie story. Ballettoons – the early days When I...

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The story of Hedgie

Christmas crafting is extra special in Ballettoons Land, as it’s linked to the tale of how Hedgie evolved. Read on to enjoy the Hedgie story. Ballettoons – the early days When I...

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