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On My Mind in January

Kate England January 10, 2019

On My Mind. A monthly mix of thoughts, inspiration, sparks of genius, beauty and laughter accompanied by my monthly colour palette.

  • The Ebb & Flow of Creativity: 2018 was a year of flow. I hope 2019 will continue to flow! 

  • TV: An epic adaptation of Victor Hugo's classic novel Les Miserables in which an extraordinary cast of characters struggle to survive in war-torn France. A story of love, injustice, redemption and hope. BBC One. 

  • In my Kitchen: A pot of tea and a new mug that is a shade of sunshine yellow. For supper: Winter bliss bowl with falafel. And here’s the recipe for a perfect hummus.

  • On my Radio: Despite all the boundless conveniences of the digital world, it can sometimes feel as if something has been lost in the transition to an intangible, instantaneous, always-on virtual society. Perhaps that’s why analogue formats remain timeless - and are more popular now than ever. “From board games and vinyl records to books, calligraphy and even old-fashioned letter writing, people are increasingly seeking avenues to bring a little more face-to-face back into their lives.” The Persistence of Analogue

  • On my Radar: “It is frustrating: you buy a new appliance then just after the warranty runs out, it gives up the ghost. You can’t repair it and can’t find anyone else to at a decent price, so it joins the global mountain of junk. You’re forced to buy a replacement, which fuels climate change from the greenhouse gases released in the manufacturing process. But help is at hand, because citizens in the EU and parts of the USA will soon get a right to repair.” BBC | Climate change: 'Right to repair' gathers force.

  • On my Palette: Shades of Derbyshire winter. The shades of the landscape. Heather, greys, thistle pink, and a black leather jacket.

In On My Mind Tags inspiration, tidbits, colour, palette
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For Ohh Deer

For Ohh Deer

2018 Year in Review

Kate England December 29, 2018

Since March, I’ve been enjoying doing freelance illustration for e-Learning. I feel so lucky to work with great workmates and fun projects!

In September I went to Oxford and inspired by the botanic gardens and voluptuous English cottage gardens, drew old-fashioned roses, foxglove, mock orange, delphinium, phlox, lavender, catnip, brimstone butterfly, bee, Jersey Tiger moth, cabbage butterfly, dragonfly and a ladybird. They all came together on a dark and dusky background and a few months later Boho Botanica became available at Ohh Deer as a cushion cover!

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My illustrated map of Fredhäll in Stockholm has received a lot of interest (and sales!) during 2018. Let me know if you’re interested, and I can add you to the waiting list.

My journey to Oxford also sparked the idea to host an open house in November. Throughout the autumn I spent evenings and weekends creating brand new art for the show. The event turned out beautifully! Thank you for coming! And if you couldn’t make it this time, I hope you can next year!

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This autumn was exceptionally busy. I made this cover for the 10th anniversary issue of UPPERCASE magazine. Although my submission wasn't selected for the cover, I'm thrilled that it is published within the issue!

This autumn I created the visual identity and branding for delightful café Bönan & Prinsen in collaboration with talented Lottisson Design. Do drop by for a coffee or some freshly baked bread! It’s a real gem!

During the year I also became a member of Women Who Draw and I’m currently updating my portfolio at Illustratörcentrum.

Phew! What a busy year! No wonder I haven’t had time to update my blog or create free artwork for members of Club Marmalade Moon.

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Presence. It runs as a theme in all my relationships and my work. I value presence. Genuine connections. Mutual relationships.

To make room for more of that, I’ve closed my portfolio-site and merged all my online communications onto this site, Marmalade Moon, paired with my Instagram feed. I’ve closed my Facebook account and look forward to a simpler, yet more genuinely connected, digital landscape in 2019.

Happy New Year!

In A Simple Digital Life Tags illustration, e-Learning, year in review
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North Pole Artwork

Kate England December 10, 2017

Excited to announce North Pole, a new set of winter holiday art! Illustrations depict a magical winter wonderland. Cute arctic animals, washed by the aurora borealis, live amongst the fir trees, foliage, snowflakes, acorns, mushrooms and berries. I have also created three wreaths and a seamlessly repeating northern lights pattern that you can use as a backdrop. All the artwork is saved at 300dpi to make it perfect for print.

A great way to add a magical winter look to your designs. I hope you enjoy creating things with this artwork as much as I enjoyed designing it!

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Winter Desktop Wallpaper

Kate England November 16, 2017

I'm working on a new desktop wallpaper with white snowflakes. Soon to be released for Club Members. Keep your eyes peeled. 

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In Freebies Tags desktop, snow, winter
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Art for Christmas and Winter

Kate England November 14, 2017

Stocking up with new artwork for winter, Christmas and the New Year. 

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In Art & Design Tags winter, snow, Christmas, New Year's Eve
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Minimal Document Icons

Kate England October 16, 2017

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Here's a new set of Minimalist Document Icons, perfect to combine with the new Minimalist Folder Icons. 

In A Simple Digital Life Tags desktop, icons
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