I create art because I know what it means to seek stillness in the midst of a storm.
My work is born from a deep, intuitive need to translate the grounding power of nature into a visual sanctuary for the soul.
Having navigated the depths of mental health struggles I paint to process the world and to find balance.
Through layers of collage and expressive, abstract marks, my desire is to create pieces that act as a calm refuge for the viewer.
I want my art to provide a place to pause and recharge, giving quiet reassurance that there's beauty to be found even in our most vulnerable moments.
♡ Carla
Abstract botanical art for those seeking a sanctuary in the wild when life gets too noisy.
Garden Notes
An invitation to immerse yourself in the quiet, hidden world of my beautiful garden in Cornwall.
The Lost Forest
This collection is all about enjoying the peace & quiet of nature, as well as taking time to appreciate the smaller details.
Abstract Vases
Captures the fleeting joy of a fresh bouquet, transforming the temporary beauty of seasonal blooms into a lasting sense of tranquillity, calm & inspiration for your home.
The Art of Quiet Observation. My Personal Formula for Transforming Nature's Details into Abstract Botanical Forms.
£600 · Abstract Vases
This original painting captures the quiet beauty of a passing moment - a graceful, abstract floral arrangement in a textured teal and terracotta vase. This piece is brought to life by hand-applied gold accents scattered throughout the foliage, designed to catch the ambient light in your room. By…
£470 · Garden Notes
This large original painting draws you into a rich, tactile world where soft petals merge with intricate background details. "Layered Blooms II" blends delicate paper textures and subtle collage fragments beneath sweeping layers of paint to create a wonderfully deep, tactile surface. It brings a…
£370 · Abstract Vases
This beautifully textured original painting is a soulful tribute to the quiet elegance found in a tall, hand-picked bouquet. It serves as a gentle invitation to pause and find a deep connection to nature through the rhythmic, organic textures that make this piece feel truly alive. You can clearly…
£290 · Garden Notes
"Growing Together" weaves a quiet story of connection and harmony through a very soft, delicate palette of gentle tones. The contrast between the tender, airy vines and the steady forms beneath creates a lovely feeling of support and shared space. It brings a calm, nurturing warmth to your walls—a…
£190 · The Lost Garden
A single large bloom painted in soft shades of green, teal, copper & gold. This piece speaks directly to the soulful nature lover, offering a sophisticated connection to the cycles of life and nature's enduring calm. It's a contemplative statement piece that brings both tranquillity and visual…
£95 · Quiet Meadow
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Really enjoyed the day.
Inspiring workshop , well taught in a great venue.
Always a pleasure to attend one of Carla’s workshops. I found this one allowed me to let go and just explore without thought of the end result. The timings were good and we still had time for coffee and a chat. Would highly recommend whether you’re a beginner or more advanced.
Excellent! Carla is a calm and confident teacher- very well resourced and organised. A very safe environment in which you are free to be creative. Thank you.
We absolutely love it. It’s the perfect combination of colour, movement, freedom and detail. It gives us so much pleasure daily and hopefully will continue to do so for many more years to come.
The quality of the prints and communicating with this shop on a personal level was beyond my expectations! Highly recommend!
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