From sea to studio
Written By Joanna Plucknett
Some of you might know of my maritime background. I’ve always been fascinated by anything to do with sea. I love sailing, I used to work on cargo ships and really enjoyed it. I was definitely in my element, in the right place for me and still I think I have not quite finished with my sea adventure, although the maritime world is changing and more and more of the old romance becomes the thing of the past.
I felt a need to create a pattern collection in maritime theme as a tribute to my past and because I can’t honestly say I am pouring my soul into my work without it being a little bit salty.
Also boats and ships used to be my favourite things to draw after florals.
So here it is, my new collection
