Beany #4 Now Available
It’s been a long time coming, and there have been one or two ups and downs in my life since the last issue, but I’m delighted to announce that the fourth issue of my illustrated journal, The Beany is now available. I’m very proud of this lovely little book. Unlike the previous three issues, this more »
I love receiving post
One of the few things about my recent enforced snowbound retreat, was that for a while the postman couldn’t get through. He’s a nice chap, and I enjoy passing the time of day with him, but more than that I love to hear his van trundling up the lane because I look forward to seeing more »
10 ways to be more creative (and a big thank-you)
10 ways to be more creative (and a big thank-you). 1. Watch less TV (or listen to the radio instead, it’s far easier to draw, paint or make something if you’re listening rather than watching). 2. Get up an hour earlier
I’m trying to be a bit like Seth Godin (how you can pre-order or review the new Beany)
The countdown continues…If you read yesterday’s post you’ll know the latest issue of my illustrated journal, The Beany is due to be released on 29th January. Today I’m letting you know about two ways to get hold of a copy before it goes on general release.
Counting down to the release of the new issue of The Beany
I’m very excited. It’s a little over a week now until the release of the new issue of my illustrated journal, The Beany.
It’s been a long time coming; nearly four years since I released the third issue. Since then life has had its ups (studying for an MA in fine art, beginning to work full time as an artist) and downs (the death of my mother and some health struggles), but there was always drawi
Going with the flow (or not)
Sometimes it is wonderful to just meander along and see what happens. On my first trip into town since my enforced snowbound retreat I did just that. I had no plans beyond meeting friends for breakfast and afterwards strolled along the seafront and in and out of some of my favourite shops. At some point more »
Thawing snow and announcing the winners of The Beany Competition
The snow is finally melting! I’ve spent the afternoon clearing ice away form the front of the house so I can get to town tomorrow. As much as I’ve enjoyed the adventure of my enforced snow retreat, I am looking forward to get back to a more familiar routine. Shopping, walks along the seafront, visiting more »
20 things you can do in 20 minutes (and create a sense of momentum)
I like lists. A few days ago I was talking about my 20 minute trick, where, when I need a little push to get moving, I set my trusty kitchen timer for twenty minutes and see how much work I can get in my studio before it rings (and also usually plan a little treat more »
A sneak peak at the new Beany, a competition to win a copy (and a micro-podcast)
I’m very excited. I’ve received the proof copy of my new issue of The Beany back from the printers. It looks lovely and I just had to share a little peek at it. Unlike the previous issues, this one is in colour and there will be two versions; a very limited edition hardback version (which more »
Things you can do in twenty minutes. Number 6: Make a snowhead
I’ve become a little obsessed with the “twenty minute trick” and have been making a list of things I can do (or would like to try to do) in twenty minute bursts. I’d been meaning to make a snowman ever since the snow fell over a week ago. Lethargy and cold (and the fact that more »
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I'm Michael Nobbs, an artist, blogger and tea drinker (not necessarily in that order).
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