Corrina Holyoake

I was bought up in Africa for the first 11 years of my life and have traveled extensively throughout. My travel experiences have influenced my artwork immensely, I am always picking up tips along the way of how to incorporate it into my art.

I have always painted from day dot, but it’s only the last few years that I have tried to make a career out of it. I have been naturally lead into the world of illustrating children’s books and thoroughly enjoying it. I have worked on a few books now and have come to realize that this is my calling. Being a big kid at heart does have its advantages. My aim with most of my work is to put a smile on peoples faces, and give my pieces, whether it is an illustration or a large painting, a happy vibe.

My artwork is colourful, decorative and whimsical. I have a great love for colours, patterns and shapes and enjoy exploring different ways in using this into my work. I enjoy experimenting with different mediums and styles to see where it will take me and I don’t believe in sticking to just one style. I am extremely versatile and you could be forgiven by thinking some of my work is done by a different artist altogether. One minute its cute illustrations, the next minute its impressionistic landscapes or darker art.

All work, old and new can also be seen at: http://www.facebook.com/corrinascreations
Website: www.corrinascreations.co.uk
Email: corrina_holyoake@hotmail.com