I have always been creative - inspired by natural forms and details. I love trying out new ideas, allowing them to evolve into the products you see here in my shop. Crafting is an antidote to my more formal art career as a nature and botanical illustrator - I can be freer with colours, shapes and designs.

Originally from the UK, I now live in NZ, surrounded by beautiful rural landscapes, and amazing west coast beaches, so I am never at a loss for inspiration. These often become quick drawings in my sketchbooks, some evolve to become small watercolour paintings or hand painted cards.

If you are interested in my illustration artwork, I have limited edition Giclee prints and cards of my work in my other shop - lesleyannart or on my website - www.lesleyalexanderart.com