Carol Mapley Art

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These new pieces have taken a little longer to make their way onto my website that I’d planned. Life has felt a little overwhelming lately. Thank you for your patience and for being here in my little, colourful corner of the world.

An update from this shambles.

Want to see a video of me making an absolute dick of myself? It’s here. BUT it’s the text that’s important. www.instagram.com/reel/Dd_YXbN...

Some mockups of what this one might look like.

It nearly sent me round the twist but I got there.

This one has safely arrived in her new home with a very happy owner. #art #artist #abstractart #abstractpainting #abstract

YAYOI’S JOY. Finally finished this piece after hours and hours of layers. And honestly, I adore them. I’ve never wanted something not to sell more. Acrylics. Each panel measures 5” x 16” - canvas on wooden block. Painted as a pair but each panel signed so can separate.

When your best mate is cuttin aboot Accademia Art Gallery in Florence in one of your t-shirts ☺️😍

More honest advertising…

If advertising was honest … 😬

Probably my least favourite part of the canvas painting process is edging. It’s time consuming, fiddly and messy. But the algorithm demands process videos and we must feed the monster.

Something I’ve been asked about, especially in the lead up to Christmas (I know, sorry my bad) is gift vouchers. So these are now available at www.carolmapleyart.com

I couldn’t stop the itch to add neon pink to the last painting. So I did another in a similar palette and scratched that itch. This one is called Glitch and I actually love her.

The urge to pop some neon pink and gold in this one was so strong. But I like the tranquility of her as she is. LIMINAL WATERS - acrylic on deep edge canvas.

Some process on this one today squashed into 30 seconds. If only it happened that quickly. I’m loving this colour palette. #art #artprocess #process

Tiny abstract timelapse. #art #artist #abstract #timelapse #process

Last one for a while because my soul needs to get off the laptop and get back to painting. But I had a few requests to make art wearable and I’m nothing if not stupidly obliging 😬

You asked, I listened! Individual cards are now in my store! Birthday? Good luck? A card for someone who has everything? A slightly passive-aggressive “thinking of you” card? I’ve got you. Basically… you’re now in charge of the card chaos. Choose wisely. 😌😂 🎨🖤

New tiny sketchbook means new tiny seascape.

Today’s tiny scenes. Timeline cleanse and a visual hug for those who need it 🖤

More tiny sketchbook nonsense.

Tiny sketchbook nonsense in pastel pencil.

It’s time! Introducing new stuff *jazz hands*. All new products are under £30 including shipping (which took some wizardry). Head over to www.carolmapleyart.com to check them out the whole range. Sharing is caring and a huge support to independent artists 🫶🏻

The past few weeks have nearly broken me trying to get this new phase over the line. But I made it! #art #artist #abstract #scottish #independentartist

Excuse the very Scottishness of this but I’m excited.

My “normal” job out of office is on. A wee reminder that prints are still available from my site while I’m away but originals bought in the next week won’t ship until 14/7. Shares and sales very much appreciated 🫶🏻 www.carolmapleyart.com

Inspired by yesterday’s trip to Greyhope Bay, abstract seascapes. Originals only (no prints) £55 including postage. Mounted, backed, celly wrapped and logoed.

I don’t have the reserves for shiny promotions and whatever else I should be doing right now. So have a heavy dose of realness instead. #art #grief #healing #mentalhealth #artist

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!!!LIVE!!! !!!LIVE!!! !!!LIVE!!!

LAUNCHING TOMORROW… (sorry for shouting 😬)

Photography day in the studio today. Seven, yes SEVEN, new works ready for their close ups with Natalie Hood Photography.

Coming soon. Playing with Knives. No brushes, only palette knives. Let’s see where it takes us. #art #abstractart #artist #fyp #scottish

Take a breather and journey with me through colour and texture.

On a quest for some joy these 2 absolute riots of colour appeared. #abstractart #art #artist #texture

Woke up today and decided I hated this painting. The palette is bleak (yes I know Scottish weather is too), the texture was too pronounced and it just wasn’t working. So I’ve set to work pushing back and changing the texture. Not every piece is a success and that’s okay. We try again.

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Another day another satisfying tape peel 👌🏻 #art #abstractart

Highland Peninsula 24” x 20” textured acrylic on deep edge canvas.

Shared a more personal post on instagram today. www.instagram.com/p/DYO40-djAR...

Gentle neutrals and golds for this one. “Highland Hush” 24” x 20” textured acrylic on deep edge canvas.

Where the Heather Holds the Light. 24” x 20” textured acrylic on deep edge canvas. #art #scotland

Something I’ve avoided for decades, the dreaded self portrait. Step way out of my comfort zone with this. It’s not a polished “look at me” but a raw, messy, uneven truth.

Saltwater Storms. Textured acrylic on deep edge canvas.

Sage green, burnt orange and gold commissions off to their new home.