*Brief Bio
Since my mum bought me my first “things to make” kit at the
age of 6, I’ve been constantly fidgeting with and fashioning bits of paper and
fabric. I even used to make my own Sindy
clothes from loo roll and sweet papers.
This incessant urge to create is still with me, I don’ think I shall
ever tire of it.
I enjoy most paper craft projects but my sole love is
scrapbooking. Combined with a real
passion for photography, it’s a pastime I will always enjoy
*Who or what are your
creative influences? And why?
Colour combinations and pretty photos inspire me. I'm a devil when it comes to buying patterned
paper JUST because its so pretty.
*What is your
preferred medium of creativity? What
appeals to you about this?
Although scrapbooking is my one true love, I'm not averse to
getting inky and messy – but it has to be a controlled mess……. I'm OCD with
untidiness
*What other areas of
creativity do you dabble in?
I'm particularly fond of digital art and creating
graphics. I can do that on my knee
whilst watching TV with the family.
*What is one of your
earliest creative memories?
Besides receiving my make and do kit at 6 years old, I
clearly remember making a little land out of objects from around the house. The road laid out with pegs, books turned
into houses, washing lines made with cocktails sticks and cotton, toilet roll
tubes to make tunnels, cotton wool to make clouds. I loved building that only for my brother to
trample all over my masterpiece!
*Pablo
Picasso said: “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist
once we grow up.” How did you find this
transition worked in your life?
I think you are born an artist. Some choose to allow it to consume them. Rather like it consumes me.
*How did you find your
creative style?
I can’t quite pinpoint what my style is although friends of
mine will know a piece of my “work” if they see it. I say that they know its one of my layouts
because it would either feature my daughter or my dog!
*What activity do you
use to jumpstart your creativity?
I usually create at the end of any day, just to wind
down. I can go for a full on art journal
session or simply make a quick card from scraps and leftovers.
*Describe your style
in using 5 different words. Share your
thoughts about these words.
Bright – I love bright colours and use them most
Happy – colours reflect a mood and they are generally happy
Graphic – I like to follow design principles
Pretty – I like an element of “girly” in a project
Textured – the more layers and objects to “touch”, the
better.
*Which is your
favourite technique?
I love layering most followed by misting and ink splatting
*Favourite quote(s)?
I have a million inspiring quotes that I have on my pinboard
at Pinterest but my most favourite one right now is
“Im not fat. Its just
my awesomeness swelling up inside”
*Where to find Kirsty
Website: www.kirstywiseman.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kirstywiseman
If you were able to ask Kirsty anything what would you ask? Please add your question to the comments below.
See you next Friday for an interview with Hels Sheridan.
