CHRISTMAS CREATIVES. Products & EXPERIENCES
I am excited to present a curated selection from our artistic and creative community this Christmas from whom you can buy exceptional gifts for your clients or experiences for your employees!
Please contact each artist directly or get in touch if you want more information.
Usual Brokerage fee waived!
Happy Christmas!
Heather x
LOTSASMILES PHOTOGRAPHY
My name is Brianna, and I bring the far corners of this big beautiful world to the home or office through products featuring my original travel photography. I currently offer items like mugs, canvas prints, reusable tote bags, and themed calendars. Any of my images can be printed on a variety of products, and I happily take design commissions. Gift something unique this year!
www.lotsasmilesphoto.com.
MICHELLE WILSON ART
I'm a professional artist from Co. Down specialising in animal portraits. Both wild and domestic. I sell original artworks and commissions.
I also have a range of prints and homewares available on my website.
JULIE WILSON ART
Exquisite original paintings, commissions and affordable limited edition fine art prints. Vibrant art, specialising in local Northern Ireland landscapes, seascapes and wildlife, these make thoughtful lasting Christmas gifts. E-vouchers for commissions also available on request.
SIMPLY SPUN
I am a weaver, spinner, craft teacher, and craft demonstrator based in Holywood and working throughout Northern Ireland. Here at Simply Spun, I offer wool spinning lessons and I also produces a range of handwoven scarves; available from my website.
FIONA RAINEY ART
What Inspires Me?
The euphoria and freedom
of being outdoors.
Nostalgia and experiences.
The wonder of organic matter.
The power of innate.
The beauty of normal.
The joy of walking into my studio.
The smell of paint.
SANDRA SHAW ART
Looking for some small, original art pieces? My name is Sandra and I create mini paintings on natural wood slices. I paint wildlife and the landscapes of Northern Ireland. These could be the perfect gift you need for your company links, partners or teams. Please get in touch if you have a specific idea and I would be glad to help.
Prices start at £15 per piece.
instagram.com/sandra_shaw_art/
MISS POPPY
Join Miss Poppy in her enchanting Winter Wonderland as she reads stories and poems from her Giant Christmas Stories Book.In a fun, interactive 45-minute show the children will help Miss Poppy choose the next story, solve a riddle with a rhyme, learn a Christmas poem and have time at the end to chat to Miss Poppy about All Things Christmas!
The children and their families will have magical memories of their time with Miss Poppy and will be inspired by a takeaway activity pack to create Christmas Stories of their own.
PINCH PUNCH
We're currently offering businesses all around the UK a fun and socially distanced Christmas Party with a fully interactive Improvised Pantomime! With 4 professional actors and a number of optional extras, we can create a raucous and (probably) musical night of fun tailored to your company!
PLAY MAKE BELIEVE
Mrs Mary Claus wishes soooo much that she could get out and about to see you all in person this year, so instead, she's offering personalised videos and storytelling!
(and maybe even an appearance by Santa himself!)
£20 + 5 for additional sibling (discounts for multiple bookings)
Business packages available.
MATHIEU DECODTS
This course is for absolute beginners in photography. Over eight weeks you will learn all about ISO, shutter speed and aperture, also known as the exposure triangle. Sixteen hours of live teaching!
Perfect as a 2020 Christmas present, all the content is delivered live over Zoom and is immune to any restrictions! Students learn at home in comfort and safety
SHAKESPEARE ON LOCKDOWN
Shakespeare on Lockdown is a series of pay-what-you-can masterclasses with industry experts. It includes everything you ever wanted to learn about Shakespeare, from Stage Combat, to Voice, Movement, and Text. The masterclasses will culminate in a production of Twelfth Night, based on a series of £5-per-week workshops led by Michael Corbidge the Senior Associate Practitioner at the Royal Shakespeare Company.
https://bit.ly/lockdownshakespeare
MIND BODY SOUL
Mind Body Soul offers a range of self-paced online journaling courses for adults, and creative journaling activities for kids and teens. Rediscover your creativity, reduce stress, achieve your goals and improve overall well-being through journaling!
The perfect gift for a creative friend.
https://belindabennetts.co.uk/
TERRY CORR
I have been making pictures for many years.
I have illustrated for major brands and as result won awards.
After my period of heading up Navigator Blue as Co-Founder and Creative Director
I began making my pictures.
This work is called SexGluePaper and covers everything from
Belfast Wrestlers to Jazz and everything in between.
I use oil, pencil, ink, and combine these elements using paper and recycled packaging.I have had several exhibitions since 2018 including the 2018 RUA.
https://tcorr2.myportfolio.com/art-illustration
tcorr2@me.com
MARY CROWLEY ART
Hello, I am Mary Crowley a self-taught Donegal artist working with the medium of Watercolour; I love the softness and vibrancy of watercolour,
Living in Inishowen means my surroundings are my inspiration for painting. Many of my landscapes are painted on site in my studio in Tiernasligo, Clonmany. It is a working studio/gallery and visitors are always welcome.
SEWN
At Sewn we create homeware with hope sewn at the centre; enabling you to support a brighter future for survivors of human trafficking in Northern Ireland.
Shop our product collection: www.sewnni.com
LUMEN
Hi my name is Eileen and after 30 years working in Banking Lockdown brought out my creative side! Lumen💡 was born! I have been recycling gin, wine or any pretty bottles into uplifting light bottles. I can personalise by hand for unique messages ie birthdays, weddings or just because messages. The best bit a % from every sale goes to Haven Homeless Charity Belfast 💙
You can find me on Instagram @Lumen.1967 or email elyons39@hotmail.co.uk
ITA GRATTEN
I am currently a 3rd year Fine Art student. I’m specialising in oil painting. The ground I most like, is canvas pad. I like the glossy effect achieved, when linseed oil is mixed to a pigment. My work can be semi - abstract, abstract. I have an interest in portraiture.
In my paintings, I like to apply the pigment, quite thickly. I observe shape, line and pattern, colour. Because I’m interested in exploring gender issues, I’ve started a series of semi abstract portraits, called ‘ The Bohemian Girls ‘. These are representations of women from different cultures, colour. I write poetry, and love drawing.
Email grattanita@gmail.com
THE ART & DESIGN FACTORY
These delightful Christmas Arts and Crafts box consists of six art projects which will keep your kids entertained for at least six hours.
The Art and Design Factory are excited to share our new range of Arts and Craft projects to be created at home for children aged between 5-11.
These art boxes are full of fun, engaging, creative arts and crafts which will keep your budding little artists entertained for hours. They are perfect for those dark, wet afternoons or evenings when your little ones need something to do and you need a break.
https://theartanddesignfactory.com/product/christmas-arts-and-crafts-box
DAISIE CONWAY MUSIC
Would you like to surprise a loved one with their favourite song recorded or performed livestream for them as a unique gift and keepsake? Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries, engagements or milestone events. Book a special occasion performance to create a memorable gift.
http://daisieconwaymusic.co.uk/
STEPH WILLIS
I am a professional musician, with a setup that can incorporate a livestream on YouTube, Facebook, Microsoft Teams and Zoom and potentially many others.
I can learn songs (with enough time) play requests, and cater to a christmas set list if needed! I can provide up to 2 hours worth of livestream fun.
Only last week I played for microsoft and a group in Hong Kong, so get in touch!
Contact : info@stephwillisuk.com
THE DANCE STUDIO ONLINE
The Dance Studio Online offers pre recorded dance classes for anyone to try out at home in their own time with some of Northern Ireland's finest professional dancers and teachers. Whether you are a complete beginner who has just never had the time to go to a class or a student looking for some extra help when practicing at home we have something for everyone!
From Ballet and Jazz to Hip hop and Break dancing; from Irish and tap to Yoga and Pilates! You can register interest by emailing us at info@thedancestudioonline.com
to be the first in line when this exciting opportunity launches! Gift vouchers also available for other dancers in the house!
FIREPOISE
Winter Warmer
Get the team up and moving with this fun, memorable alternative to the Christmas party.
Learn to dance with LED poi, and be treated to a stunning fire show - all safely socially distant!
Photographer can be provided for some incredible company photos.
GILLIAN PENCAVEL
I offer handmade lino prints - cards, clothing, or original art works for your wall.
Most of my designs feature the natural world, but I have a range of prints suitable for every occasion. I also take commissions for lino prints and paintings, so get in touch!
You can find me on facebook at www.facebook.com/gpensartcorner
or Instagram at www.instagram.com/gpensartcornermk2
Drop me a message if you see something you fancy, or to discuss a commission.
MELANIE MAXWELL BOOKS BY THE SEA
I offer handmade lino prints - cards, clothing, or original art works for your wall.
Most of my designs feature the natural world, but I have a range of prints suitable for every occasion. I also take commissions for lino prints and paintings, so get in touch!
www.facebook.com/gpensartcorner
www.instagram.com/gpensartcornermk2
Drop me a message if you see something you fancy, or to discuss a commission.
SUJATHA KRISTENSEN
Abstract art, Handmade jewellery and Art pillows
Life doesn't always pan out the way we think or had hoped for.
I am a Swedish-Danish artist located in Sweden.
Creating handmade jewellery, pillows and abstract paintings is such a wonderful resource and asset to me whilst at home dealing with symptoms of exhaustion, Complex-PTSD and loss of endurance in my wrists since the past few years. By buying my products, you help support me financially and emotionally – knowing that what I create is appreciated by others than myself.
www.instagram.com/creationsbysujatha
www.facebook.com/creationsbysujatha
Email: creationsbysujatha@gmail.com
A. HAYES TEXTILE ART
Andrea Hayes is a textile artist who creates a range of mounted and framed wall artworks all of which are inspired by the N.Ireland landscape. Each piece is handpainted, layered with hand dyed fabrics and intricately machine and hand stitched.
https://www.made-by-hand.co.uk/collections/andrea-hayes
https://www.facebook.com/AndreaHayesArt
STRAY FUNK DESIGN
We were established during lockdown in 2020 with the aim to promote our unique Northern Irish sayings on gifts, clothing and accessories. We are a small business based in Moira, currently shipping from England but with free UK delivery.
https://www.strayfunkdesign.com
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