The Concept of Pain as a Landscape Pain is often described as a feeling, a sensation, or something that simply “hurts.” But what if pain was more than that? What if pain could be mapped, visualised, understood in layers - like a landscape shaped by time, pressure, and emotion? For years, I have lived inside a body that carries pain in ways that are difficult to explain with words alone. My pain moves, shifts, and reacts not just to my body but to the world around me. It is an

The Loss That Defined the Transition December 9, 2024. Three days after my birthday. The same day I was born - Monday, my mother left this world. A full circle, yet one I never anticipated. Her passing didn’t just mark the end of her journey but also the closing of a chapter in mine. Now, I sit in the silence of grief, processing, reflecting, and trying to understand how to move forward. I turned 48, and with that, I faced a truth I had been circling for years: my life with m

Introduction: The Beauty of Cinematic Storytelling and Set Design As a Colour Consultant, I have always been drawn to the world of television and visual storytelling, where every frame is a carefully crafted composition of colour, light, and balance. Set design, costume choices, and cinematography all work together to evoke emotions and tell a story visually before a single word is spoken. Among the many genres I find inspiring, Chinese period dramas stand out for their exqui

Television has a way of immersing us into worlds both familiar and aspirational. While we often focus on the narrative, performances, and cinematography, colour plays a significant yet subtle role in shaping our emotional connection to a story. Among all colours, blue holds a unique power it can be bold, nostalgic, comforting, and even melancholic. In Sweet Magnolias  and Children Ruin Everything , blue is more than just a design choice; it is a storytelling tool, weaving tog

The Golden Age of Personal Style An icon of a bygone era has recently left the planet. Marianne Faithfull was arguably the ultimate rock chick and epitome of the swinging sixties in London, a decade that ushered in an explosion of heightened creativity in music, design, art & fashion. Whenever a great artist, musician, writer, style icon, visionary, creative ingenue, or philosopher leaves us it feels right to pause to honour them. When David Bowie and Prince passed back to sp

The Beginning of a Fractured Reality February 2020: My mum called me while I was at work to say she wasn’t feeling well. I was in London;...

My Heritage: A Collision of Identities I was born to a Persian Jewish mother and an English Christian father, but I never felt fully part...

When investing in original artwork, whether framed or on canvas, ensuring it reaches you in perfect condition is as important as the piece itself. While some may see shipping costs as an unnecessary extra, the truth is that safe, secure, and professional delivery is essential for preserving the integrity of the artwork. Why Do Quality Shipping Costs Seem High? Unlike mass-produced items, original artworks require special care and handling. Each piece is unique, fragile, and o

Introduction When investing in an art print, quality matters. A great print should not only capture the essence of the original artwork but also stand the test of time. This is where Giclée printing comes in. But what exactly makes this printing method special, and why should you choose a Giclée print over other types of reproductions? Let’s dive into the details. What Is Giclée Printing? Giclée (pronounced zhee-clay ) is a fine art printing technique that uses high-resolutio