I'D LIKE TO SAY A HUGE THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HAS GIVEN ME SUCH HEARTWARMING FEEDBACK ON MY MAP ARTWORKS - HERE IS A SELECTION OF THEM - SO MANY OF THE REASONS PEOPLE LIKE THEM ARE THE EXACT REASONS WHY I LOVE TO CREATE THEM!
"I commissioned a picture of my husband and our dog on a map of Cadair Idris, it is stunning! He was so thrilled with his Christmas gift and so many people comment on it and say how beautiful the art work is. I cannot recommend this artist highly enough ! She is so talented, she was very helpful throughout the ordering process and made it very easy to order. I’m now planning the next commission this time it will be all 3 of us ( if I can get someone to take the picture .!!????) so if you’re looking for that special keepsake or gift- you will not be disappointed" (Pippa)
"Having commissioned two, they bring together memories of people and favourite places, and they are quite unique. I've never seen anything like them elsewhere" (Tracy)
"I love so many things about it, not only are you incredibly skillful with your illustrations - they have almost a whisper quality to them that echoes the memories you capture forever. But not only that, a photo stills a single moment and landscape; by using the map you encapsulate the entire adventure, memories only those that were there will recall, and if it's a loved location it's often a revisited one and a special place holding multiple memories. What you do is truly special" (Vicky
"I love the connections with nature and the landscape in your maps. They talk to me about where people go and where they might have been. There is also a sense of adventure of exploration of challenges walking hiking exploring" (Pauline)
"Your paintings are like looking into someone's soul, they make us wonder about the route taken and the memories made.
Maps are a wonderful reminder of journeys taken, they evoke memories of all the nooks and crannies, the wildlife seen, the smells and sounds, the reactions and conversations had along the way. Precious" (Penny)
"I am drawn to really look at your artwork because the subject is anonymous to everyone except them so it gives a sense of intrigue, who are they, where are they going. I don't need to know but that doesn't stop me wondering." (Lynda)
"There's an old fashioned romance with OS maps that gives these wonderful drawings a poignancy they might not otherwise possess. We get the chance to get lost in wonder not once but twice." (Colin)
"I just love maps visually.. I can't really analyse why, but the addition of your wonderful drawings adds something that I really appreciate" (Anna)
"I like the ultra personal memory that place bring to it. Your paintings would be super on any canvas but the map brings context" (Chloe)
"Your use of maps conveys a story that gives symbolism and meaning to the paintings" (Mary)
'The maps put some context to the beautiful paintings and help tie the memories to the location. They are gorgeous' (Tasha)
'I love the fact that these paintings are based on people's memories of the walks that mean so much to them' (Tracie)
'Apart from the beauty that is an OS map, you're painting a 'memory' of a happy day in a favourite place. More poignant than a photo. Your work is beautiful" (Angie)
"It's as if the people or the bird becomes part of the landscape of the map" (Carol)
"For me, it's all about relationships, the importance of making and keeping the connections between people and the amazing planet we live on, with all it's beauty and wonder. We have to stay connected to the people and things which nourish us and bring us peace and joy. Your paintings show that very beautifully" (Annie)
"They show memories of walks/hikes with special people. Aspirations perhaps of places we would want to travel to, whether alone or in company" (Angie)
"I think your work is incredible, the artwork done on maps will be very sentimental to individuals, couples, families as they years go by and to remember time spent with their pets, some of which may have crossed the rainbow bridge, they really are unique and timeless, your talent is amazing, I've never seen anything like them" (Anne)
"I love your work, I walked my first hill (Ben Macdui) when I was 14 and been walking all my life, more so in the past 27 years, and I can't think of anything else that brings so much reward. Marry that to the fact that I love love love maps and watercolour and bingo! Your paintings on maps are so unique - I've never seen anything like them" (Lynda)
"The raven one I bought from you is awesome, I think the map especially works with birds in flight as it's almost a 'birds eye' view fro the sky. All of your map pieces are great but I love mine" (Emma)
" The paper map carries so much meaning and memory in it's own right. For me it's often about place and space (sacred space). Add to this your wonderful paintings and there is a whole other layer of meaning and precious memory added" (Anthea)
"I love the element of a journey/adventure both physically and symbolically for the people in your paintings. The images make me feel optimistic because seeing the characters walking from behind I feel they are moving forward in their physical journey and in life. I also feel joy and serenity when the characters are stood or sat still in the same way I feel when stopping to gaze at and absorb a beautiful view" (Leanne)
"I love the contrast between the person and the map itself... just a beautiful scene and you capture it so well. You get a 'feeling' from the picture. Love them" (Elaine)
"I think that because we see the portraits from behind, the subjetcs aren't posing for or interacting with us, the viewers. Their relationship is with the landscape and nature, which is how I feel when I'm out hiking" (Sara)
"They are a great reminder that life is a journey" (Amy)
"I just love paper maps and the outdoors so it's a match made in heaven. I love the romance and emotion in the symbolism of the map/place for the people in the pictures." (Cath)
"The wonderful combination of your paintings, where maps intertwine with people, makes me think of a hug. It contains memories, feelings and the desire to return to that moment and that place that meant and means so much to us. In your paintings a dream comes true..." (Maria)
"I love taking photos of the back of people - as they look towards the path ahead - are they on the next adventure, what new opportunities await, new choices, a new direction - a change of path.... your maps symbolise that too" (Helen)
"Your wonderful work changes what may well be a beautiful image of the subjects, into something magical by connecting them to a place, evoking so many more emotions, telling stories, and giving them soul" (Janet)
"It is a combination of your beautiful and sensitive drawings and all the possibilities and memories contained in the map. Together they tell a story which is both uniquely personal and universal: our link with the landscape and with each other" (Jennie)
"Everyone's on a different journey and everyone's adventures vary - your map paintings evoke a sense of adventure and excitement and it's like I'm reading someone's story each time I see one." (Joanna)
"They feel very immersive and nostalgic" (Ffion)
"I love how you paint the backs of people looking towards the places they love and are deeply connected to. I also just love maps." (Heidi)
