When Pantone announced their colour of the year for 2026, I thought it was a hoax. It felt like an April Fool come too soon - a cop out or even a stunt designed to get us all arguing so that their brand gets a big boost in visibility (the cynic in me was leaning this way - it certainly has resulted in a lot of chat across the internet).

Choosing art for your home should feel joyful, not overwhelming — and sometimes all you need is a fresh pair of eyes. That’s why I’m excited to introduce my free 15-minute art consultation, a personalised way to help you find artwork that brings your space to life.

During this short video call, you’ll show me the room or wall you’d love to elevate. Before we meet, you simply share a photo, the measurements, and your budget. I’ll then put together a curated selection of pieces that suit your style, your space, and how you want the room to feel.

You’ll also receive digital mock-ups, so you can see exactly how each artwork could look in your home. If something captures your heart, you can decide to purchase — and if not, there’s absolutely no pressure.

Think of it as a personal shopper experience, but for art: quick, easy, and focused entirely on helping you create a beautiful and intentional home.

Where do I find beauty?

It felt like such a simple question, yet as I sat with it, all these vivid, heartfelt images rose to the surface — moments, memories, tiny sparks of joy that weave colour through my days. I reached for my journal and let the words spill out. What emerged became the seed of this blog.

I find beauty in my daughter’s smile and laugh — the kind that fills a room with warmth.
In the crumpled nose of my nephew when he giggles, and the all-in, wrap-you-up hugs from my niece.
I find beauty in the colourful leaves and berries that cling to branches this time of year, in the twist of stems, the scatter of fallen petals, and the fractals of ice beginning to creep along pavements and windows.

Beauty lies in colour and pattern all around us: pink lipstick, funky jewellery, the boldness of art.
It’s in the creative process too — in the mess, the mistakes, the happy accidents that turn into something meaningful.
It shows up in music, films that make us feel something, comedy that makes us snort-laugh, books that speak to the soul, and the quiet genius of a good puzzle.

It’s in a home-cooked meal.
A heart emoji from someone you love.
The gentle comfort of a hand held in yours.

And the thing that struck me most as I wrote was this:
beauty isn’t rare — it’s everywhere. We just forget to look up and notice.

Redecorating is either something that you trust your instincts on or something that you dread. If you are in the latter camp then this blog is for you! You’ll also love The Curated Nest magazine - a free digital interiors inspiration magazine (Get it here).

There are many ways to start putting together a scheme for a room. Here I am proposing (surprise surprise) that you start with art. We often have an emotional gut reaction when we see a piece of art that we love. We choose it because it makes us feel something. That instinct can be the starting point for your whole room set up.

Buying art for someone else can feel intimidating. You might find yourself asking things like ‘What if they don’t like it?’, ‘What if it doesn’t go with their decor?’ or ‘What if they never hang it?’. These are all reasonable concerns so I am here today to help you ask some more constructive questions that will help you to find the perfect piece for that special someone.

There are a number of factors to consider - the recipient’s tastes, what brings them joy and what they want their home to feel like. You might also consider whether they own their home as this may affect how they hang the artwork.

Here are some key questions to drop into conversation or ask yourself about that person.

• Where’s your happy place?

• How do you want to feel when you get home?

• What colours make you feel that emotion?

Exploring the inspiration and joy behind the new Autumn Leaves Minin Collection from Heather Moore. Based in the nostalgia of autumns of the past and the thrill of seeing the colours change on woodland walks. Bring the cosiness home and enjoy a luxe autumn style all year round.

As the seasons change, I’m always drawn to the shifting colours and textures that appear in nature — from the glow of late autumn light on the coastline to the soft pastels of winter mornings. These changes inspire every piece I create: the sense of calm that comes from standing still in a landscape, and the quiet energy that stirs beneath it.

This Christmas, I wanted to bring that same feeling into gifting — with a collection of hand-printed artworks designed to share colour, warmth, and connection. Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful stocking filler or a statement piece for someone special, here are a few ways to make your gifts truly meaningful this season.

If you love interiors, art, or creating a home that feels truly personal, I highly recommend checking out The Curated Nest Podcast. Each week, I chat with inspiring creatives, artists, and designers about what makes their house a home — from heirlooms and art to favourite rooms and happy places. It’s full of tips, stories, and ideas to make your home more individual and joyful.

You can listen or watch here:

• Official Podcast Page

• Apple Podcasts

• YouTube Playlist

• Spotify

The run-up to Christmas is always busy — shopping lists, decorating, office parties, family gatherings… it can sometimes feel like there’s barely time to catch your breath. That’s why this year, I’m offering something a little different: festive lino printing workshops that bring creativity, calm, and connection straight to you.

Imagine gathering with friends, family, or colleagues around the table, carving and hand-printing your own Christmas cards, wrapping paper, tags, and even small gifts. Not only will you make something personal and beautiful, but you’ll also make lasting memories together.

In August 2025, North East artist Heather Moore exhibited at Lancaster Art Fair in the historic Storey Gallery. Her nostalgic art and original colourful lino prints drew collectors and visitors who connected with the memories and stories behind each piece — from wild North Sea seascapes to vibrant florals and the symbolic Manchester Bee. This blog reflects on the highlights of the fair, the inspiration behind the work, and what’s next for her limited-edition lino prints for sale.

Changing careers brings up a lot of emotions to be processed as well as practicalities that need to be dealt with. To some, it may seem like an easy decision. I knew it was something that I wanted to do and that I had the tools to do it but it was still scary. Scary, exciting, bewildering…

This is the warts and all story of how I left teaching to become an artist.

In a world of mass production and next-day delivery, hand-crafted art stands apart — not just for how it looks, but for how it's made. If you've ever wondered why it takes time for a new print edition from The Peacock and the Printmaker to be released, the answer lies in something timeless: craftsmanship, care, and an unhurried devotion to quality.

• The Slow Magic of Printmaking

• Quality Over Quantity

• Crafted to Last

• Behind the Scenes, In the Studio

• The Beauty of the Wait

I used to think getting my work in magazines was hard but now I know better. Now I've been in multiple mags, newspapers, on podcasts and on BBC radio, I KNOW that it is actually pretty simple.

Getting PR like this raises your profile and trust value and trust is crucial when selling luxury items like art. Your clients need to buy into you before they hand over the money for what you make.

If you’re ready to ditch the nonsense and have your artwork celebrated in the public eye then make sure you avoid making these mistakes:

1.Thinking‘I’m not interesting enough’

2.Being unprepared

3. Being spammy or pestering them

From a very young age, I fell in love with art - initially in the sense that I loved to create it. I loved to paint, draw, print, make a wonderful mess with pretty much any material I could get my hands on.

I remember first feeling a sense of ‘success’ in art when my primary teacher, Mr Biggin, set up a still life table and could not stop telling everyone how amazing my drawing of a flower was. That experience has never left me, although my parents and I are baffled as to where that sketch (lovingly framed and displayed) has gone. It almost doesn’t matter because the feeling has always stayed with me - that feeling of pride and of bring joy to others with something that I made.

As I progress through school, I became more aware of famous artists (all dead of course) but the scale of things that I saw on school trips to galleries and the way these creative should were revered stunned me. Still, it was a hobby and I never considered that I would make a career out of it because ‘art ids only worth something after they’re dead.’ This is a phrase I heard from many adults, presumably in an attempt to help ,e understand it wasn't;t a proper job and not get my hopes up too high that they would be shattered.

There are a few early gallery experiences that I recall, including a day trip to London galleries with college - my effervescent and eccentric tutor Bev leading the way never lacking energy and passion. I grew up not far from Liverpool so I was aware of the Tate Gallery from a young age,. Having said that, it didn't;t feel like a building I could enter, we just saw it when we visited the fudge shop on the docks. In high school, however, I finally made it through the rotating doors. I was in total awe - the scale of the place, the variety of art, not just in frames but also sculpture, projects and much more, and the fact that some of these people were STILL ALIVE!!!! On that trip, I discovered the joy of an art postcard, collecting a little bit of the creative genius to take home.

Some artists have stuck with me more than others…

Misprints can be removed from an edition of prints for a number of reasons. Sometimes layers don't line up properly, ink smudges or issues with the paper. Most of the print is still great but it’s not to the standard that artists want to present to their clients - printmakers pride themselves on the quality of their work.

I want to just define some terms here before moving on though..

Misprint - a print containing an error of some sort

Ghost Print - a print that has been deliberately printed using minimal ink to test the layout and qualities of a print block

Artist’s Proof - defined by printed-editions.com as ‘…a term used in printmaking to describe a limited number of prints that are made outside of the regular numbered edition of a print. Artist’s proofs are typically printed before the numbered edition and are used as a way for the artist to make final adjustments to the image or to experiment with different colour combinations.’

There’s something really special about taking a moment for yourself—tea in hand, a quiet pause in the day—and opening something made just for joy. That’s exactly what I imagined when I created The Curated Nest.

It’s my little seasonal magazine filled with stories from the studio, dreamy interiors, snippets of life in the North East, and of course, behind-the-scenes glimpses into my original linocut prints. It’s a love letter to slow creativity, colour, and the beauty of art in everyday life.

When you enter the studio (with brew in hand) you’ll find my ink-stained desk, the drying wall, colourful test prints, sketchbooks and all of my tools mounted on the wall. On one wall I have a bright tropical lima print wallpaper to inject even more colour and house free standing frames. There are finished prints to browse, works in progress and chances to chat about custom pieces. If there’s a piece that you want to see up close then I will have it laid out ready for you to soak up all the texture and detail that you miss on screen.

Drawing inspiration from childhood memories, experiences with my daughter and husband and dreams of places to visit in the future, my linocuts are imbued with an enormous sense of nostalgia and hope. Carved from loose designs created in watercolour, my blocks emerge semi instinctively and combine with bold colour palettes to produce impact - pieces that bring joy on every viewing because of the love and passion that goes into every one.

There’s something incredibly powerful about giving art as a gift. It’s personal, lasting, and made with intention — especially when it’s created just for someone you love.

When it comes to meaningful milestones, few are as symbolic as the first wedding anniversary. Traditionally known as the paper anniversary, it’s a beautiful opportunity to reflect on the first chapter of your life together and to mark it with something thoughtful and lasting. A bespoke lino print — handmade on paper — couldn’t be more fitting.

“I didn’t know what I was looking for. I’ve never had ‘real art’ before – only the occasional print I’ve picked up at markets.

I love your colours. The way you see something and transform it into your own perspective is so beautiful.