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Original Artwork Commissions from Ruth Osborne Art
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If you have ever wanted to explore commissioning an original artwork- read on! I'll take you through the process of commissioning an original piece of textile art from me.
Creativity and Mental Health
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With Mental Health Awareness Week falling on the 10th-16th May 2021, I have written a short blog about how I find creativity, and in particular mark-making, can support mindfulness and positive mental wellbeing. I've even included some instructions to make your own mark-making stamp block to explore mindful mark-making with. Free Art Download available as part of Mental Health Awareness Week:
Art and Nature
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How I will be supporting Pantlife's #EveryFlowerCounts citizen science survey and #NoMowMay campaign with my Meadow Collection of Original Artworks on Irish Linen
May Customs and Celebrations in Ireland
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May Day or Bealtaine, as it is known in the Celtic calendar, brings the start of summer and with it a range of customs and traditions that were practiced across Ireland. My work is closely inspired by the heritage and customs of Ireland. Here I'll tell you a little more about the May customs that influence my artwork for the Celtic Seasons Collection.
Why Irish Linen?
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Why Irish Linen?
I create my work on Irish Linen for a number of reasons; from the aesthetic qualities of the fabric to it's heritage and history in Northern Ireland.