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Mucha & The Golden Age of Art Nouveau

Alphonse Mucha transformed advertising into art and became one of the defining voices of Art Nouveau. From elegant posters and flowing typography to jewellery, stamps, banknotes, and national identity, his influence reached far beyond Parisian theatre posters.

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My Top 12 Collage Artists

To celebrate World Collage Day on the 9th of May 2026, I’ve put together a quick one-minute video featuring 12 collage artists who continually inspire my work. From bold, contemporary compositions to beautifully layered storytelling, ..

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New: Welcome Video

It's been a moment since I set up this website. As you can see - I've been busy shaking things up with a fresh look and approach for spring 2026.

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New: Mixed Media Reel

New for 2026: A curated selection of my original mixed media artworks exploring colour, texture, and contemporary composition. This short reel can also to be found on my 'About' page and social media. 

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New: Collage Reel

Time for change: This short reel which showcases my many and varied different collage artworks can also be found on social media and my 'About' page. 

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Gallery Walls That Actually Work

Gallery walls can completely transform a space — but they’re also one of the easiest things to get wrong. If you’ve ever struggled with spacing, balance, or knowing where to start, you’re not alone.

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The Making of Nuthatch

Join me as I create 'Nuthatch' - a collage on 12 x 12 inch stretched canvas. This nimble bird has the rare distinction of being able to climb headfirst down a tree. This artwork is for sale on the Nouveau Fantasia page.  

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The Life and Art of Matisse

The life and art of the Twentieth century French artist, Henri Matisse, encapsulated in one-and-a-half minutes. This is one in an ongoing series about famous artists (see below).

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The Making of Golden Nest

Inspired by UK Mother's Day (Sunday 15th March) and the ornate golden artwork of Gustav Klimt, I created this collage 'Golden Nest' which will form part of my ..

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The Making of Restless Steed

I created this collage, Restless Steed, to celebrate The Cheltenham Festival (often called the Cheltenham Races), which is the highlight of the National Hunt racing calendar.

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Rembrandt: Master of Light

The life and work of the seventeenth century Dutch artist, Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn - one of the most notable artists in history in under 2 minutes. 

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Reflections on Art & Creativity

A short video compiling insightful quotes on art and creativity from some of history’s greatest minds. This is one in an ongoing series of quotations videos (see below).  

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Packed & Ready To Go ..

This is my Flora, Fauna & Fantasy exhibition — all packed up and ready to go. It might not look like much (or feel especially exciting) right now, but this represents the culmination of at least a year’s work: 

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Paul Klee: Playful Genius

The life and work of the prolific Swiss twentieth century artist Paul Klee whose life was greatly impacted by both the first and second world wars - and poor health. This is one in a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below). 

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Quotations From 'Show Your Work'

Some quotations from the best selling book, 'Show Your Work!', by the American self-described 'writer who draws', Austin Kleon. See also 'Quotations From Steal Like an Artist'. This is one of an ongoing series about quotations relating to art (see below).

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The Making of Gilded Garden

This short video offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the mixed media collage Gilded Garden. This video forms part of the ongoing “The Making of…” video series (see below).

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My Exhibition Features in Cotswold Life

I am delighted to announce that there is a feature article in Cotswold Life highlighting my upcoming exhibition 'Flora, Fauna and Fantasy' at the Corinium Museum in Cirencester from the 12th of February to the 15th March 2026.

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The Making of 'Magnolia Reverie'

Join me as I create the large mixed media collage ''Magnolia Reverie'. This is one of the artworks created especially for my upcoming Flora, Fauna and Fantasy art exhibition. This is one in a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below). 

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The Making of 'Peacock Promenade'

Watch the processes involved in creating the large mixed media collage 'Peacock Promenade' for my upcoming exhibition 'Flora, Fauna & Fantasy'. This is one of a series of 'The Making of ..' videos. 

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Quotations About Art

A compilation of quotations about art with some of my art in the background. This is one in a series of videos of artist quotations (see below).

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The Making of 'Bluebell Mist'

This short video offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the large acrylic painting 'Bluebell Mist'.  The finished artwork is available for purchase in the Enchanted Botanica gallery. It’s part of the ongoing “The Making of…” video series (see below).

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The Making of Noboru

This short video shows how the mixed media collage 'Noboru' was created. This artwork is available for sale in the Abstract gallery. This is one in a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below).

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The Whimsical Wardrobe

Join me as we stroll through patterned paper couture in ornate European-style frames - because, why not? This collection of six artworks is available for sale in the Nouveau Fantasia gallery.

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Gustav Klimt in 90 Seconds

One and a half minutes on the life and work of the unique modern Austrian artist, Gustav Klimt. This is one of an ongoing series of videos examining the lives of famous artists (see below).

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The Making of 'Whispers in the Drift'

Come with me as I create the large painting/collage ''Whispers in the Drift'. This artwork is available for sale in the Nouveau Fantasia gallery. This is one of a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below). 

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The Making of Eden

This short video reveals the processes behind the heavily textured mixed media collage 'Eden', which is available for sale in the Nouveau Fantasia gallery. It’s part of the “The Making of…” video series (see below).

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The Making of Morphic Garden

Step into the journey with me as I create the fantastical, otherworldly 'Morphic Garden'. This is one in an ongoing series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below).

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Marc Chagall in 90 Seconds

The life and work of the Russian-French artist, Marc Chaggall, whose life was shaped by many of the major events of his time - in 90 seconds. This is one of an ongoing series of videos exploring the life and work of famous artists.

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The Making of Drift of Blossoms

This short video shows how the painting 'Drift of Blossoms' was created. This artwork is available for sale in the Oceanic Reverie gallery. This is one in a series of 'The Making of ...' videos (see below).

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Pablo Picasso in 90 Seconds

The life and work of the Spanish painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramicist, and theatre designer, Pablo Picasso - in 90 seconds. Plus bonus footage of him creating in real time. This is one in an ongoing series about famous artists.

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The Making of The Tree of Life

In this short video I share how I made the collage 'The Tree of Life'.  This artwork is available for sale on the Enchanted Botanica page. This is one of a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below).

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I'm a Cover Girl!

Well, not quite - but my painting 'Beneath' has been featured on the cover of Ethics & Human Research (September–October 2025 issue), published by The Hastings Center for Bioethics.

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The Making of Celestial Seedpods

In this short video I share how I made the collage 'Celestial Seedpods'. This artwork is available for sale in the Enchanted Botanica Gallery. This is one of a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below)

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The Making of Bizarre Boscage

In this short video I share how I made the print/collage Bizarre Boscage. This artwork is available for sale in the Enchanted Botanica gallery. This is one of a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below).

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The Making of Gemology

Join me as I create a set of six miniature paintings celebrating amazing gem stone formations. These works are available for sale in the Nouveau Fantasia Gallery. 

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The Making of Blousy Brassicas

In this short video I share how I created the acrylic still life painting 'Blousy Brassicas'. This artwork is available for sale on the Enchanted Botanica page. This is one a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below).

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The Making of Encoded in Copper

In this video I detail how I created the series of six small collages featuring copper foil and copper stencils. These artworks are available for sale in the Nouveau Fantasia Gallery. This is one of an ongoing series of 'The Making of ..' videos.

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Mackintosh: Art & Design

The life and work of the Scottish all-round artistic genius, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, in just over a minute. As ever, largely uncelebrated in his home country in his lifetime. This is one of an ongoing series of videos exploring the life and work of famous artists.

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The Making of Sassy Seed Heads

In this short video I share how I created the acrylic painting 'Sassy Seed Heads'.  This artwork is available for sale on the Enchanted Botanica page. This is one a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below)

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Yayoi Kasuma in 90 Seconds

The story of the Japanese artist Yoyoi Kusama (a.k.a. the polka dot lady) whose life encompassed World War II, the Swinging Sixties and 50 years in an asylum! This is one in an ongoing series about famous artists.

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The Making of Crazed

In this short video I outline how I created the abstract acrylic painting Crazed. The artwork is available for sale in the Abstract gallery. This is one of an ongoing series of 'The Making of ..' videos - see below.

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The Making of Arboreal Array

In this video I show how I created the acrylic artwork 'Arboreal Array'. This artwork is available for sale in the Enchanted Botanica gallery. This is one of a series of "The Making of ..'' videos (see below).

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The Making of Shoal

In this short video I share how I created the mixed media collage 'Shoal'. This artwork is available for sale in the Nouveau Fantasia Gallery. This is one a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below).

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The Making of Bound by Time

This short video shows how the series of mixed media oxidised metal Celtic Knots were made. This series of artworks are available for sale in the Nouveau Fantasia gallery. This is one in a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below). 

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The Making of Dachshunds

Join me in this short video as I collage a black and tan and a chocolate and tan dachshund. These artworks are available for sale through Spencer House Gallery, Tetbury. 

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The Making of English Country Garden

In this short video I share how I made the large collage English Country Garden. This artwork is available for sale in the Enchanted Botanica gallery. This is one of a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below).

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The Making of Meadow Fox and Meadow Hare

In this short video I share how I created the collages Meadow Fox and Meadow Hare. These artworks are for sale through Spencer House Gallery, Tetbury. This is one of a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below).

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The Making of Proud Peacock

In this short video I share how I created the collage 'Proud Peacock'. This artwork is available for sale in the Nouveau Fantasia Gallery. This is one a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below).

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The Making of Floral Metamorphosis

In this video I show how I created the collage Floral Metamorphosis. This artwork is available for sale in the Enchanted Botanica gallery. This is one of a series of "The Making of ..'' videos (see below). 

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The Making of Fox & Hares

In this video, I share how I created the trio of collages Baroque Fox, Hypnotic Hare and Heavenly Hare.  These artworks form part of an Exhibition at Spencer House Gallery, Tetbury, England in Summer 2025.

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The Making of Passionflowers

In this video, I share how I created the trio of collages 'Passionflowers'. These artworks form part of an Exhibition at Spencer House Gallery, Tetbury, England in Summer 2025.

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The Making of Your Life

This short video shows how I made the collage of Your Life. The original artwork is available for sale in the Abstract gallery. This is one of an ongoing series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below).

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Now at Spencer House Gallery, Tetbury

I am happy to announce that I am now being represented by Chris Woodcock of Spencer House Gallery, Tetbury, Gloucestershire. In recent years, the beautiful and historic market town of Tetbury has gained a reputation as a national ..

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Banksy: The Art of Disruption

Short and sweet - the work of the British graffiti/installation artist, Banksy, in just over a minute. This is one of an ongoing series of videos exploring the life and work of famous artists.

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The Making of Spring Celebration and All Rise!

In this short video, I show how some fabric I printed was turned into two different sewn collages on stretched canvas - one a paper collage (Spring Celebration) and one using fabric. (All Rise!). Spring Celebration can be found in the Enchanted Botanica gallery and All Rise! in the Nouveau Fantasia Gallery.  

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The Making of Typographic Terrain

In this video, I share how I created the collage 'Typographic Terrain' after attending a recent printmaking course. This video is one in a series of 'The Making of .. ' videos (see below)..

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The Making of Kelp Forest

This short video shows the steps involved in creating the large acrylic painting 'Kelp Forest' using the alcohol technique. This view into a tranquil underwater world is available for sale in the Gallery. This is one of a series of Making of ..' videos (see below).

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Goya | Artist. Visionary. Rebel.

This short video briefly details the life and work of Fransisco de Goya y Lucientes - one of the most famous and influential painters and printmakers of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

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Art Nouveau-Inspired Greeting Cards

Discover the latest addition to the Store - a collection of five blank greeting cards inspired by the flowing lines and decorative beauty of the Art Nouveau style: Enchanted Nouveau. Featuring original artwork including a butterfly, dragonfly, peacock, raven and swan, each 7 x 5 inch (17.8 x 12.7 cm) portrait card is left blank inside for your own message. A distinctive set for birthdays, thank you notes or simply staying in touch. Free UK postage and packaging included.

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New In: Handmade Gift Tags

Just in to the store - Handmade Gift Tags as shown in the video below. These unique card gift tags come in a variety of colourways and with a variety of sentiments including Happy Birthday, Happy Anniversary, With lots of love, etc.

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Printmaking Exhibition

Some advance notice that I, along with others who have just completed an Introduction to Printmaking course will be exhibiting our work at The Printmakers Gallery, Griffin Mill, London Road, Thrupp, GL5 2AZ ..

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The Making of the Purple Pot

This short video shows the steps involved in creating the unique still life 'The Purple Pot''. This acrylic painting picture is available for sale on the Enchanted Botanica page. This is one of a series of Making of ..' videos (see below).

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My Work Featured By Saatchi Art!

As of Easter Monday 2025, curators at the world’s largest online gallery, Saatchi Art Online, have chosen once again to feature one of my artworks in their “New This Week” selection.  

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Modigliani: Art & Life

The tragic tale of the life of the sculptor and painter Amedeo Modigliani in 90 seconds. This is one in an ongoing series about famous artists (see below).

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Quotations From 'Steal Like An Artist'

Some quotations from the best selling book, Steal Like An Artist, by the American self-described 'writer who draws', Austin Kleon. This is one of an ongoing series about quotations relating to art (see below).

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Saatchi Art Featured Artist!

This week, the curators at the world’s largest online gallery, Saatchi Art Online, have chosen to feature one of my artworks in their “New This Week” selection.

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The Making of 'Beneath'

I am excited to share a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of 'Beneath', my acrylic-on-stretched-canvas painting that has been selected for Saatchi Art’s "New This Week" Collection.

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The Making of Waterlilies

In this short video I share how I made 'Waterlilies' - an abstract (and twinkly!) acrylic painting on stretched canvas. This artwork is available for sale on the Enchanted Botanica page. 

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The Wisdom of Rick Rubin

Rick Rubin is an American record producer brought in by the industry to help creatives. He is the author of 'The Creative Act: A Way of Being'. This short video shares some quotations from the book.

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The Making of Maple Leaves

In this video I share the processes involved in creating the collage/acrylic painting 'Maple Leaves'. This is one in a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below).

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Art Placement: Statement Pieces

In this video I examine what domestic and commercial environments work for some of my fairly unique and 'demanding' artworks. This is one in a series of videos examining different aspects of art placement (see below).

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Art Placement: Situating Unique Artwork

In this video I examine what works - and what doesn't - when it comes to situating art in demanding environments - both domestic and commercial. This is one in a series of videos examining different aspects of art placement with more to come!

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The Making of Inside the Grotto

This short video details the processes involved in the creation of the acrylic painting on stretched canvas entitled 'Inside the Grotto'. This is one of a series of 'The Making of ..' videos (see below for more).

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Art Placement: Contrast or Harmony?

In this video I examine what works - and what doesn't - when it comes to situating art to good effect using the ArtPlacer App. This is one in a series of videos examining different aspects of art placement with more to come!

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The Making of Harvest | Art Process

With my 'A Sense of Place' exhibition at Tetbury Goods Shed, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England (25 September – 3 November) now in process, join me as I create the acrylic/collage 'Harvest' on a 60 x 80 cm stretched canvas as a reserve item for the exhibition.

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The Making of Full Moon

With just 3 weeks to go to my 'A Sense of Place' exhibition to be held at Tetbury Goods Shed, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England (25 September – 3 November) ..

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The Making of Entangled

With just 4 weeks to go to my 'A Sense of Place' exhibition to be held at Tetbury Goods Shed, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England (25 September – 3 November) join me as I show how the acrylic painting 'Entangled' was created for the exhibition.

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The Making of Mr Fox | Collage Art

With 10 weeks to go to my 'A Sense of Place' exhibition to be held at Tetbury Goods Shed, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England (25 September – 3 November) watch along as I create the collage ‘Mr Fox’ for the exhibition.

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Art Placement: Art & Frames

In this video, the mixed media artist, Alison Adams, uses the ArtPlacer application to investigate the impact that a variety of frames (and mounts/mats) have upon the presentation of a few pieces of her art.

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Winter | Virtual Exhibition

A short video showcasing available art (December 2023) from the mixed media and collage artist, Alison Adams, on the theme of Winter. See also the virtual exhibition and accompanying flipbook.

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Autumn Virtual Exhibition | Video

A short video showcasing available art (November 2023) from the mixed media and collage artist, Alison Adams, on the theme and colour palette of autumn. See also the virtual exhibition and accompanying flipbook.

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What Are Gallery Walls?

Why stop at one picture? Starting with two complementary pieces (shown here Little One and Next Chapter) up to walls entirely covered with an assortment of artwork, a gallery wall is an attractive and effective way to cover a blank wall.

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