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The Big Deal with Steph McGovern Episode 4: Can You Really Buy Original Art Online?
|Isabella Sheppard
Can you really buy original art online without seeing it in person? In Episode 4 of The Big Deal with Steph McGovern, we put online art buying to the test...
The Big Deal with Steph McGovern Episode 3: Why Limited Edition Prints Are a Great Way to Start Collecting Art
|Isabella Sheppard
Episode 3 of BBC Two’s The Big Deal with Steph McGovern took us to Margate, where we discovered the world of limited edition prints, met artists and printmakers, and sold...
The Big Deal with Steph McGovern Episode 2: How to Choose Art for Your Home
|Isabella Sheppard
In Episode 2 of The Big Deal with Steph McGovern, we were challenged to choose artwork for a luxury Warwickshire home. From a bronze hare by Hamish Mackie to vibrant...
The Big Deal with Steph McGovern Episode 1: What We Learned About Selling Art by Emerging Artists
|Isabella Sheppard
Episode 1 of The Big Deal with Steph McGovern took us into the world of graduate and emerging art, where we had to choose artists, sell their work at a...
The Big Deal with Steph McGovern: How a BBC Art Competition Inspired Bella + Ollie Art
|Isabella Sheppard
We applied for a BBC art competition before Bella + Ollie Art even existed. Almost two years later, we're finally allowed to tell you what happened — and how The...
Inside the Studio with Russell Hatton: Contemporary Artist Using Automotive Paint
|Isabella Sheppard
Discover the world of contemporary artist Russell Hatton, whose unique luxury artworks combine automotive paint, aluminium, light and craftsmanship. We go inside Russell’s studio to explore the creative process behind...
Inside the Studio with Maximillian Boxer: Margate Artist, Printmaker & Creative Community Builder
|Isabella Sheppard
Join us inside the Margate studio of artist, printmaker and gallery owner Maximillian Boxer. From his beginnings sketching during lockdown to creating bold stencil-based artworks inspired by nostalgia, humour and...
Inside the Studio: Charlie Evaristo- Boyce | Contemporary Screen Prints, Colour & Craftsmanship from Margate
|Isabella Sheppard
Step inside the Margate studio of contemporary artist and printmaker Charlie Evaristo-Boyce. Known for his bold handmade screen prints, layered compositions and vibrant use of colour, Charlie discusses the inspiration...
Inside the Studio: Elfyn Lewis - Welsh Contemporary Abstract Artist
|Isabella Sheppard
Step inside the Cardiff studio of Elfyn Lewis — Welsh contemporary artist, colourist, and one of the most quietly compelling painters working in Britain today. In this exclusive interview, we...
From Supercars to Contemporary Art: The Shared Language of Luxury Craftsmanship
|Isabella Sheppard
What connects a Bentley Continental GT, a Lamborghini Temerario and a contemporary artwork? More than you might think. As luxury consumers increasingly seek culture, craftsmanship and meaningful experiences, the worlds...
How One Original Painting Can Shift a Room From Styled to Soulful
|Isabella Sheppard
In today’s interiors, the shift is moving away from flat, overly styled spaces and toward homes that feel honest, tactile, and deeply personal. From limewashed walls and sculptural furniture to...
The New Minimalism: Why Bold Art Works in Calm Spaces
|Isabella Sheppard
Discover how bold, colour-led artwork transforms minimalist interiors. Explore original gradient acrylic paintings designed to bring depth, warmth, and quiet impact to calm, modern spaces.
Dopamine Decor, Mid-Century Style Interiors + the Colour Trend Defining Spring
|Isabella Sheppard
Discover how colour can transform a space. As mid-century modern interiors continue to evolve, homeowners are embracing a more expressive approach. From soft gradient acrylic paintings to bold statement pieces,...
How to Start an Art Collection: A Beginner’s Guide to Contemporary Art
|Isabella Sheppard
A quiet introduction to collecting- how to start an art collection, buy original art online and step into the world of contemporary art with confidence.