Hi, take a peek behind the scenes of Minnie La La Designs!

 

I spend about 20% of my time actually painting; the rest of the time I am marketing, holding health and wellbeing workshops, accounting, packaging, sourcing... the list goes on! Running a small creative business is a joyful juggle of wearing many hats — and while it’s busy, I wouldn’t change it for the world.

 

People often imagine that being an artist means endless days sitting at the easel with a paintbrush in hand, happily lost in creativity. And yes — those are the magic moments I treasure! But behind every painting, workshop, or product you see, there’s a whole host of other tasks that help bring it all to life. From answering emails, updating my online shop, sharing on social media, and wrapping orders with care, to keeping on top of stock, ordering supplies, and working on commissions — no two days are ever the same.

 

However, one of my absolute favourite activities — the part that truly feeds my soul — is walking amongst the gorgeous Welsh countryside, soaking in the beauty of the landscape and looking for inspiration. The rolling hills, wildflower meadows, ancient woodlands, and ever-changing skies never fail to ignite my imagination. Much of my work is a joyful reflection of these surroundings — a celebration of colour, texture, and the small wonders of nature that so often go unnoticed.

 

Nature has always been my greatest muse. Whether it’s the way sunlight dances through the trees, the bright splash of a poppy in a hedgerow, or the gentle rhythm of birdsong, it all finds its way into my paintings. My mission is simple: to create art that sparks happiness. I like to think of it as ‘happy art’ — pieces designed to lift your spirits, brighten your home, and bring a little bit of the outside in.

 

Anyway, welcome to my studio! It’s a cosy, colourful space filled with brushes, canvases, paints, and of course... a fair bit of organised chaos! Here, I am preparing a limited edition print to be dispatched to one lucky Happy Art Owner! Every order is wrapped with love and care — often with a handwritten note — because I want receiving my art to feel as special as owning it.

 

Being a small, independent creative business means every single order truly matters. When you choose to support Minnie La La Designs, you’re not just buying art — you’re supporting a dream, a passion, and a genuine connection between artist and collector. Whether it’s an original oil painting, a limited edition print, a handmade piece of jewellery, or a place on one of my workshops, you’re becoming part of the story.

 

Thank you for being here and for taking the time to peek behind the scenes. I hope my work brings as much joy to you as creating it brings to me. Feel free to explore, reach out with questions, or just say hello — I always love connecting with fellow art lovers, nature enthusiasts, and lovely humans like you.