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My brand-new podcast Living in Full Colour has officially launched! For years, I was caught up in work, marriage, and keeping everyone else afloat - until one day, I picked up a coloured pencil, and everything changed. That tiny act opened a portal. It gave me space to think, to breathe, and to finally come back to me. That’s what Living in Full Colour is all about - not just pencils, but courage, confidence, and finding your way back to yourself. Each episode is a mix of stories, reflections, a
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🚨 Flash Opening🚨 ! Doors to my Ignite membership are open right now – but only until 19th September! Ignite isn’t just about coloured pencil techniques (though you’ll get plenty of those ). It’s about giving yourself space, confidence, and the kind of support that makes drawing a joyful part of your life again. When you join, you’ll unlock: ✏️ Step-by-step tutorials (from first pencil mark to finishing touches) 🎨 Live drawing sessions where we create together in real time ▶️ The full replay l
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