Mel I want to cry but only with joy for the love and beauty you share I did feel sorry for the burning of the gorse bushes but you honoured them by using the embers in your sketch thanks for sharing Pippa shes charming and beautiful artwork your sketches are amazing loads of love Mel 💜
Thanks, Deborah, yes it was quite overwhelming to see, but seeing the orchids and rare plants growing in place is wonderful! The gorse will grow again no doubt, it's so hardy!
Melanie, your videos are truly a gift. I look forward to them SO MUCH! Your attention to detail, editing, and storytelling is THE BEST. I also love getting a glimpse inside your sketchbook and seeing all the places you frequent. I want to make a trip your way soon and plan to add a few of these spots to my list. Thank you for continuing to share you gifts with us.
Wow, thank you, Michael, that's really kind of you to say! Let me know if and when you may travel to this area, there are so many special spots to visit and be inspired by.
Bootiful part of the world where I’ve been lucky enough to spend time and make wonderful friends - Excellent Skills, those pics just make me want to come rushing back - Lovely film, thanks for sharing 💛🙏🏻✨
Working as an artist can really take many hours out of the day, but I'd say its one of the most fulfilling jobs in the world. Keep up the great work! :) From a fellow artist.
That was such a lovely video, a real breath of fresh air. So nice that you met up with Kriksis too (I follow her as well). It must be so great to be as confident as you and be able to draw anywhere and not be bothered by people! On the few occasions I have tried I sit there furtively scribbling away hoping that no one sees! Also I find I waste time thinking about my style and how I’m going do something, what techniques etc. I can see your confidence on the page. Great news about the calendar I shall look forward to that. Xx
Thanks Jennie. I totally understand that feeling, when I first began sketching I would get up really early to avoid people, and gradually over time built confidence and realised that most of time people aren't really concerned with me, only perhaps for a few seconds, if they notice I'm there!
So lovely to see all the nature and seascapes. I love how the little flowers pushed through the burnt gorse, nature is so wonderful :) I really want to reach out to some artists here in the lake district, I think it would be so nice to have some artist friends to meet in real life!
Thanks, April, it's been a good a few months for sketching outside too. Definitely reach out to those in your area, it's so nice to meet people in person.
Beautiful vlog! So inspirational! Your voice is so calming and the music choice is just perfect! I love the way you document memories in your sketches and final artworks. I am happy we met in April and you visited the old lifeboat house to see exhibition I was participating in. Thank you again for that! I also need to mention that the chocolate that you gave to me was amazing! Also exited to see you again soon! :)
Yes me too, and so glad to have visited your Porthleven exhibition. Haha, glad you liked the chocolate! You'll have to come and visit the chocolate factory sometime too!
Are you kidding me. You must definitely sing. I found myself distracted with how a sweet voice you have, and trying to place it. Such beautiful musicalityin your tone, I would say it's somewhere between The Be Good Tanyas' (waiting around to die) and Bahari's (California), with a slight hint of Lana Del Rey. God Bless ❤
Haha that would be fun Kym, but I'm afraid I wouldn't have the patience to grind it down and mix it up! I have a friend who does that very thing and I have used some of her pigments from some of these spots. There's a video actually on her brand- cornish pigments you may like to see it - th-cam.com/video/b6XeVWR2OUU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=wZnKYUMiiEz_eTUR
Hi Melanie, I’m sorry to read in your most recent newsletter, that your new Domestika course on mixed media sketchbook landscapes has been postponed. I was really looking forward to it, and hope that it will still happen at some point. Until then, I will happily and patiently await your youtube videos!
I am so sorry Wendi I know you had said, I had worked on prep for a good few months too, so it came as a complete surprise. I really want to create a landscape course, but finding the best way to do it is proving hard work, particularly when you think you have an answer and then it's disrupted.
@@MelanieChadwick Hello again 🤗 I’m so sorry that all your hard work for your new course has not been given a chance. Have you maybe considered offering your new course on another online art class platform like Etchr Studio, Jeanne Oliver, or Carla Sonheim? Or maybe offering it as an online class through your own website? I’d purchase an online class from you about how to make mixed media landscapes in my sketchbook in a heartbeat! 💛
I saw your site. Am I right that you make only computer painting for your work as a illustrator, and your sketchbook (hand drawn) work is not bought as professional illustrations? Is it right in general, hand drawn illustration is not "good enough" to be sold for the professional work?
Thanks for visiting my site, whilst it may look like a lot of computer-based illustrations, there are still a lot of analogue processes that go into the work, for instance, all my thumbnails and initial roughs are sketched in pencil and I also create hand-made textures and these are combined with my digital process. One client I regularly create work for is a combination of watercolour and line work and I have designed food packaging with analogue illustrations too. So I would say that hand-drawn illustration is certainly used in client work but in my case, I came to keep sketchbooks later in my career, having established a more digital style of work which I became known for providing. Whilst I enjoy the challenge of meeting briefs and serving clients, it can be exhausting to only do work for others so my sketchbook is the place where I can create what I want, without expectations or time constraints and explore the world around me.
![Beautiful Cornwall in 1916 in colour! [HD restored and AI colorized]](/img/n.gif)
Mel I want to cry but only with joy for the love and beauty you share I did feel sorry for the burning of the gorse bushes but you honoured them by using the embers in your sketch thanks for sharing Pippa shes charming and beautiful artwork your sketches are amazing loads of love Mel 💜
Thanks, Deborah, yes it was quite overwhelming to see, but seeing the orchids and rare plants growing in place is wonderful! The gorse will grow again no doubt, it's so hardy!
How fun to meet Kriksis...!! I follow both of you.. thanks..!!
Thanks, really nice to meet Kriksis in person too!
Oh my goodness, what a treat this is, in so many ways. Good for the eyes and the soul. xx
Thank you, dear Natasha, you're so kind xxx
Two of my favourite artists in one video, such a treat. Both gentle souls x
Aw thankyou for watching x
Yay, Krisis has come to live near you! How fab.
I look forward to all your videos so much and enjoy every second, Mel xx
Thanks Debs 😊
Melanie, your videos are truly a gift. I look forward to them SO MUCH! Your attention to detail, editing, and storytelling is THE BEST. I also love getting a glimpse inside your sketchbook and seeing all the places you frequent. I want to make a trip your way soon and plan to add a few of these spots to my list. Thank you for continuing to share you gifts with us.
Wow, thank you, Michael, that's really kind of you to say! Let me know if and when you may travel to this area, there are so many special spots to visit and be inspired by.
Your videos are so calming and I am enjoying watching them❤️🇨🇦
What a lovely peaceful video with the beautiful nature and your stunning art! Thank you for being so inspiring!!
Thank you so much!
Thank you for your videos. You bring calm to a chaotic world ❤
Thank you and I appreciate that.
I visited your channel after Kris' video, I loved the way you narrate everything and how you show all the beauties
Thank you so much, and glad you popped by too!
Bootiful part of the world where I’ve been lucky enough to spend time and make wonderful friends - Excellent Skills, those pics just make me want to come rushing back - Lovely film, thanks for sharing 💛🙏🏻✨
Thankyou!
Thanks for taking us with you on this trip. It seems to be a really nice place!
It really is, thanks for watching too.
I always love your art vlogs, always relaxing. Gorgeous sketches also.
Thanks so much
oh wow, that is my daily dose of inspiration. What a treat, thank you! xx
You are very welcome and thank you for watching.
Awe...lovely video. Two of the sweetest and super creative artist on TH-cam...looks like y'all had a fabulous time!
Thankyou! Yes it was so fun.
lovely and relaxing video! thank you Mel! Stay well!
Thank you, you too!
This video is so soothing and wonderful!!
So glad you think so!
What a beautiful place to hike and sketch. Your artwork is amazing. My cockatiel, Buttercup loved the music in the end. Very relaxing. ❤
Haha very glad to hear that your cockatiel loved the music, did Buttercup sing along? Thankyou
@@MelanieChadwick She didn't sing along, but she was very relaxed. She loves to listen to my artists friends. 🎨❤
@@madelynsmith8281 so sweet!
Amazing vlog! So wholesome, I love your voice
Thank you so much!!
So beautiful and plenty of charm!!
Thankyou!
Working as an artist can really take many hours out of the day, but I'd say its one of the most fulfilling jobs in the world. Keep up the great work! :) From a fellow artist.
It really is! Thank you Lewis
That was such a lovely video, a real breath of fresh air. So nice that you met up with Kriksis too (I follow her as well). It must be so great to be as confident as you and be able to draw anywhere and not be bothered by people! On the few occasions I have tried I sit there furtively scribbling away hoping that no one sees! Also I find I waste time thinking about my style and how I’m going do something, what techniques etc. I can see your confidence on the page. Great news about the calendar I shall look forward to that. Xx
Thanks Jennie. I totally understand that feeling, when I first began sketching I would get up really early to avoid people, and gradually over time built confidence and realised that most of time people aren't really concerned with me, only perhaps for a few seconds, if they notice I'm there!
@@MelanieChadwick thanks Mel. I’m sure you’re right. I just need to don’t it more and not care what other people might think. 🌸
Love your use of coloure.
Thank you 😊
So lovely to see all the nature and seascapes. I love how the little flowers pushed through the burnt gorse, nature is so wonderful :) I really want to reach out to some artists here in the lake district, I think it would be so nice to have some artist friends to meet in real life!
Thanks, April, it's been a good a few months for sketching outside too. Definitely reach out to those in your area, it's so nice to meet people in person.
Controlled burning is called 'swailing'. It is done here on Exmoor every year. The gorse and bracken are so rampant these days.
Thanks- good to know there is a term. I know it grows so fast and is very hardy.
Beautiful vlog! So inspirational! Your voice is so calming and the music choice is just perfect! I love the way you document memories in your sketches and final artworks. I am happy we met in April and you visited the old lifeboat house to see exhibition I was participating in. Thank you again for that! I also need to mention that the chocolate that you gave to me was amazing! Also exited to see you again soon! :)
Yes me too, and so glad to have visited your Porthleven exhibition. Haha, glad you liked the chocolate! You'll have to come and visit the chocolate factory sometime too!
Amazing! Thanks for sharing. Cornwall looks lovely… and you capture the atmosphere so well.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Are you kidding me. You must definitely sing. I found myself distracted with how a sweet voice you have, and trying to place it.
Such beautiful musicalityin your tone, I would say it's somewhere between The Be Good Tanyas' (waiting around to die) and Bahari's (California), with a slight hint of Lana Del Rey.
God Bless ❤
Su una lovely video and beautiful places ❤️ ver y peaceful
Thanks Cote 😊
@@MelanieChadwick ahahaha I just realized my typing! So bad hahahah
@@cotedelpiano I understood!
Mel, you should gather some of that soot to make some pigments from
Haha that would be fun Kym, but I'm afraid I wouldn't have the patience to grind it down and mix it up! I have a friend who does that very thing and I have used some of her pigments from some of these spots. There's a video actually on her brand- cornish pigments you may like to see it - th-cam.com/video/b6XeVWR2OUU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=wZnKYUMiiEz_eTUR
Hi Mel. Will there be a 2023 calendar? I love your art work.
Hi yes! I am working on it currently and hope to launch preorders September. Thanks for asking!
Hi Melanie, I’m sorry to read in your most recent newsletter, that your new Domestika course on mixed media sketchbook landscapes has been postponed. I was really looking forward to it, and hope that it will still happen at some point. Until then, I will happily and patiently await your youtube videos!
I am so sorry Wendi I know you had said, I had worked on prep for a good few months too, so it came as a complete surprise. I really want to create a landscape course, but finding the best way to do it is proving hard work, particularly when you think you have an answer and then it's disrupted.
@@MelanieChadwick Hello again 🤗 I’m so sorry that all your hard work for your new course has not been given a chance. Have you maybe considered offering your new course on another online art class platform like Etchr Studio, Jeanne Oliver, or Carla Sonheim? Or maybe offering it as an online class through your own website? I’d purchase an online class from you about how to make mixed media landscapes in my sketchbook in a heartbeat! 💛
Hi Melanie! Just wondering what the crayons you were using in this video are? I would really love to give them a go!
They are neocolor II watersoluble 🖍 🖍 🖍 there's a link in description I think!
I saw your site. Am I right that you make only computer painting for your work as a illustrator, and your sketchbook (hand drawn) work is not bought as professional illustrations? Is it right in general, hand drawn illustration is not "good enough" to be sold for the professional work?
Thanks for visiting my site, whilst it may look like a lot of computer-based illustrations, there are still a lot of analogue processes that go into the work, for instance, all my thumbnails and initial roughs are sketched in pencil and I also create hand-made textures and these are combined with my digital process. One client I regularly create work for is a combination of watercolour and line work and I have designed food packaging with analogue illustrations too. So I would say that hand-drawn illustration is certainly used in client work but in my case, I came to keep sketchbooks later in my career, having established a more digital style of work which I became known for providing. Whilst I enjoy the challenge of meeting briefs and serving clients, it can be exhausting to only do work for others so my sketchbook is the place where I can create what I want, without expectations or time constraints and explore the world around me.