Make a new start

Many artists can’t remember a time when they weren’t drawing or creating, while others develop their passion later in life. Some study art at college and continue with it as a profession, some have other careers while continuing to create great art in their spare time.

Over the past five years or so I have been establishing myself as an artist whilst also working as a civil servant. This unusual combination works well for me at the moment. Having an existing career in a different field can feel like a huge barrier to fulfilling an artistic passion, but I have found that while challenging, it is