When did you first become interested in art?
I grew up in a creative environment, it has always been a part of my life. My Mum has always been into art and I now share her passion.
How would you describe your design style?
That’s a hard one… I’d say its modern, colourful and quirky with a hippy feel!
What inspires you?
I love bright colours, I rarely create a design that is black and white. Animals and nature, I also enjoy creating designs for friends and family… from cup cakes to lion’s!
What is your favourite piece in your collection?
My crazy cactus pattern that I created for my best friends birthday, we both have slight obsession with cacti! I had the design printed on a ‘Art Rookie’ cup and saucer it looked so cute!
Is there any artistic talent in your family?
Yes my Mum, I think she must of have tried every craft going! From clothes making, creating dolls, knitting, painting you name it! She now loves photoshop too!
What is the journey you take to produce your work?
I start with an idea and sketch away some doodles, once I am happy with a final design it will be transformed digitally using illustrator and photoshop.
As I love painting colourful abstracts, I will often use these in elements of my designs. I generally love experimenting and having fun with my art.
What made you want to be a part of Art Rookie?
I spotted an Art Rookie product featured in Stylist Magazine and was so excited when I looked up the website. I have felt for a long time that the UK was missing a platform for emerging artists so when I saw Art Rookie I knew I wanted to be involved! It’s a fantastic way to see your work come to life and its so easy to do!
When you’re not creating masterpieces what do you enjoy doing?
I love baking cakes, so I’m very happy the ‘Great British Bake Off’ is back! Going for long country walks with my husband James and our crazy dog Mitz, visiting art exhibitions and meeting up with friends for some good food, giggles and a cocktail.
Have you faced any struggles getting your work noticed?
I have only started to promote my work this year, so I feel I’m still quite new. I think Instagram is fantastic place to start, it’s so helpful to see what people like and to communicate with fellow artists. However I feel it does take time and dedication to get your work seen, that’s why Art Rookie is so great. I can see Art Rookie becoming a good community base for artists.
Where would we find you hanging out in the UK?
Usually at my home in Kent, in the garden with a sketch book and a cup of tea! Or in London at an art gallery or trying out a new restaurant in Soho.
What makes British talent different than elsewhere?
Our British humour, and the way we experiment with new styles. It’s alway fresh and exciting. Brits are not shy!
What are your plans for 2016?
To keep having fun with my art, my next idea is to create jewellery with my designs! I hope to have a website up and running too.
www.artrookie.co.uk/SoVeryCassie
