I'm back, and I've been having fun ! 😊

Published: Fri, 07/11/25

Hello 😁

I'm back! After a year recuperating, I am back in the studio and back enjoying life. It was a weird year, but I have learnt so much about slowing down and using my energy more wisely.

I was in my studio at 6 this morning I was so excited to get painting 😀.

In this newsletter:

A sneak peak of the new work I will be releasing in August! (The frames just arrived and I am so excited to share them with you!)
Highlighting blog posts you may have missed.

A heads-up about August’s newsletter—which will include early access to brand new art!

Warm regards,

New Series - "Sanctuary"

I believe art can be a sanctuary and a saviour.

This series is authentic, painted slowly and intuitively, from the soul.

There will be six 12"x 12" abstract mixed media panels on wood, available this August—and you, as a subscriber, will be the first to know when they’re released.

I’m proud of these pieces. They hold the colour and texture I always return to—but with a new spaciousness, and strength.

They’ve been a joy to create: built up over time, with layer after layer, until they felt whole.

(Sneak peeks just below! 👇)

Each piece has been varnished and will be available unframed, in a deep cradled wooden frame, or a wider St Ives-style floating frame. (If you see any gloss shine in the pictures, I haven't varnished that painting yet, the final finish is a gorgeous velvet mat).

They look fantastic individually—but because they were painted side by side, any two or three naturally gel together and make a beautiful pairing or trio.

Each painting is richly layered and textured, representing hours of work. They’re tactile, soulful, and truly one-of-a-kind.

SNEAK PEAK!

My most popular blog posts you may have missed

How do you know it is finished?

It’s the question I get asked more than any other: how do you know when it’s finished? The truth is, there’s no single answer. Every artist approaches it differently. For some, it’s a feeling..........

Why do abstract paintings move me so deeply?

Certain abstract works seem to reach into me and stir something profound. Georgia O’Keeffe’s Black Abstraction reduced me to tears when I saw it in person. Rothko’s vast colour fields have an almost hypnotic effect......

Embracing an abundant mindset in creativity

Recently, I was reminded of the quiet power of an abundant mindset — especially in creative work. I had been listening to a talk by Nicolas Wilton, one of my mentors. He spoke about the importance of sharing everything we know with those who are a few steps behind us on the path.....

Thank you again for your support!

Ailsa Brims Art
Grafton Close
Gosport Hants PO12 4GD
UNITED KINGDOM

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