Links
Here's some of Jude's favourite Links to fabulous websites. Jude feels fortunate to call many of the website/company owners her friends (listed in alphabetical order except the first three entries)
Art By Jude on RedBubble
Jude's original oil paintings and drawings are now available in print, in various formats e.g. greeting cards, on the RedBubble website here http://www.redbubble.com/people/artbyjude
Art By Jude on Facebook
Jude regularly updates her Facebook page with art - work in progress, exhibitions and her latest completed artwork. All you have to do is 'like' her page and say hello http://www.facebook.com/ArtByJude
For The Love Of Arts And Crafts
If you create arts and/or crafts or you just love arts and crafts then please come and ask to join this very interactive Facebook Group "For The Love Of Arts And Crafts" which Jude has set up. You will find a very supportive group of people who love to chat and encourage each other http://www.facebook.com/groups/250716751606246/
Absolute Heart
This company is owned and run by a very close friend of mine. She makes beautiful original cards and the most stunning handmade jewellery. I own several of her jewellery pieces and I'm very proud to have Pam as my friend http://www.absoluteheart.co.uk
April Jarocka Fine Art
A lovely lady who has been there since the beginning of my art journey. She creates the most truly amazing realistic paintings I've ever seen, the detail is breathtaking. Check out all her work on her website http://www.apriljarocka.com
Art of Adi
An extremely talented artist - his portraits are particularly breathtaking. He's also very supportive of other artists including myself. Here's his website http://www.artofadi.co.uk/
Art Of Chrissy Marie
Chrissy is a fellow artist based in Shropshire. Her work is beautiful and she is also a very talented photographer. This is her Blog and she often features her latest work and also discusses her other passion for wildlife http://www.chrissymaries.blogspot.com
Art of Day
This is a networking and art promotional portal for artists, gallery owners, art buyers and collectors, and those co-ordinating art events. It is run by a superb and very supportive Artist, James Day http://www.artofday.com/wordpress/
Artisans In The Hills
A great website of which I am a member dedicated to supporting artisans around the UK. They offer visitors to the website a collection of web galleries showcasing original and imaginative art, crafted, decorative and personal items http://www.artisansinthehills.co.uk
Basse Copette, France
Here are beautiful self catering gites and bed and breakfast accommodation in Normandy, France. It's not a place I've visited yet but I definitely will do one day. Basse Copette is owned by my lovely friend Thomas http://luxurynormandygite.com
BBC Radio Shropshire
My favourite Radio Station which I listen to all of the time 96FM. Great DJs from Jim Hawkins, Clare Ashford, Colin Young and many more. It's very interactive and they play great music. Listen Live or Listen Again http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/shropshire/hi/tv_and_radio/
Best Of Oswestry
A fabulous source of information for all that is great in Oswestry, my local town and for whom I'm a Guest Blogger. Every business that is featured has been visited, checked out and recommended by other local people http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/oswestry
Bookworm Editorial Services
A company offering editorial services of proofreading and copy-editing. A great asset to have in your company if, like me, accurate and well written English is important http://www.bookwormeditorial.co.uk
Callous Comics
A brilliant cartoonist by the name of Carlo Jose San Juan MD. Yes he's a Physician but he is also passionate about his cartoon series Callous. His cartoons are full of querky characters http://www.callouscomics.com
Caricatures by Chris Ryder
This lady is so very talented and extremely fun loving too. She can create a caricature of a person within minutes. She travels all round the UK to weddings, corporate events, charity functions, etc. http://www.wittypics.co.uk
Cebra Ethical Chic
An amazing company full of unusual products for your skin, your hair, your home, jewellery and much more. All ethically sourced products and you'll not meet a lovelier lady than Sabine http://www.cebraonline.com
Chris Billington Artist
A lovely man and a very talented Artist from Falmouth. He paints beautiful abstracts in striking vibrant colours and he has exhibited his fine works many times http://www.chrisbillington.com
Everyday Parent
A fabulous Blog by a very close friend of mine. This Blog is very open and honest about growing up as a teenage mum, how life grows and changes, and will have you laughing and crying. She was a finalist in the MAD blog awards in 2010 http://www.everydayparent.wordpress.com
Faunawolf Creations
An extremely talented artist called Kaitlyn Hatch who has also been very supportive of my work. Her work is unusual, unique and full of colour and feeling http://www.faunawolfcreations.com
Gleanings Rural Study Centre
Gleanings is a rural study centre in South Shropshire. They run courses in a small, intimate atmosphere e.g. in music, song writing, arts, crafts. I will be running a course for Gleanings in "Oil Painting For Beginners" in May 2011 http://www.gleanings.co.uk
Green Inn, Llangedwyn
This is our local pub and restaurant. If you want home cooked fabulous food and real ales in a lovely relaxed atmosphere, then this is the place. You'll see beautiful surrounding scenery too, we love it http://www.thegreeninn.co.uk
GWR Fasteners
I have to put this link up as it's my husband's company :-). I don't really get involved but I know it's all about Fasteners so if you're an engineering type person, go check it out http://www.gwr-fasteners.co.uk
Helen Davison Artist
An amazing artist who paints mostly in acrylic and/or acrylic inks on box canvas. Her work is so varied and extensive and she has had many exhibitions of her work http://www.helendavison.co.uk
Henny Designs
A very lovely lady with a great sense of humour. Her artwork will definitely brighten up your day. Original, very colourful and unique designs which you can't help but fall in love with. I commissioned her to do some artwork for me and it was first class http://www.hennydesigns.com
Hopton House Bed and Breakfast, South Shropshire
We have had the privilege of staying at Hopton House Bed and Breakfast and we can honestly say it's first class. It's the small touches by Karen, the owner, and her attention to detail which you will appreciate the most. Oh and her home cooked breakfasts are to die for! http://www.shropshirebreakfast.co.uk/
Jan Minihane Advisory
Jan Minihane Advisory is run by a very lovely friend of mine who possesses a fabulous business brain. She provides business advice/guidance to small and growing businesses, runs Social Media workshops and 1-2-1 tutorials and runs Shropshire Jelly Co-working events http://www.janminihane.co.uk
Julia Stanley Photography
A very talented photographer who takes beautiful pictures of the natural world, flowers in particular. You will be amazed at the quality of her work http://www.juliastanley.co.uk
Julieann Jewellery
Company based in Shropshire who make the most gorgeous and unique jewellery for brides, bridesmaids or as a gift for that special someone http://www.julieannbeads.co.uk
Little Burts Football Merchandise
This company is run by a friend of mine's daughter. Lots of great gifts for the footy fans out there http://www.littleburts.co.uk
Magnolia Poems
A very lovely friend of mine, Kath, has took it upon herself to publish the poems which her Grandad wrote during the 20s, 30s and 40s. A truly talented poet and I'm so grateful my friend is able to share them with us http://www.magnoliapoems.blogspot.com/
Me Me Mode
A local business based in Shrewsbury. The shop is full of beautiful handmade hats, fascinators, tiaras, limited edition jewellery, and a collection of hand-dyed silk scarves. All products are handmade by Adele Partridge, the owner, or made by local artisans http://www.mememode.co.uk
Mirage Glass
Makers of traditional and contemporary stained glass in Llangedwyn, my village. You won't meet two lovelier people than Johan and Wolfe who are the owners and creators. They also make jewellery etc for gifts and I'm always in there buying presents :-) http://www.mirageglass.co.uk/
Moanaboutmen
Yes, a strange name for a website but this is a great source for women about real issues and real life. Lots of useful information and news so please go and join up http://www.moanaboutmen.co.uk
Network With Style
I'm a member of Network With Style. We have monthly meetings in Shrewsbury and Telford. NWS is full of like minded women with their own individual businesses. You will meet a fantastic bunch of ladies, it's great fun and definitely worth going along to a meeting http://www.networkwithstyle.com
Old Postcards
A truly unique website featuring over 3000 vintage postcards for sale. An unusual gift for a loved one or you can ask if they can find your 'special' place on a postcard http://www.oldpostcardsetc.co.uk
Orly Lyndon The Boutique Photographer
Orly Lyndon is a professional photographer, or as she puts it "A true bon vivant, my images celebrate life in all its glory". I consider her a lovely friend and a very talented lady indeed http://www.orlylyndon.com/
PbArtWorks
Phil Barrett is a graphic designer, illustrator and an award winning photographer. I can honestly say I've never seen wedding photographs as stunning and as unique as Phil's. His landscape photographs are just amazing. Go look at his photographs on his website http://www.pbartworks.co.uk
Plas Uchaf Country Guest House
An absolutely stunning Guest House in the village of Llangedwyn where my family have stayed. It is run by Chris and Julie, two lovely people who will make your stay feel special, and with spectacular views, you will be sure to have a very pleasant stay http://www.plasuchaf.com
Ruffdog Art
A very special artist friend of mine, Andy Elliott. We share our love of art and we share our battle with disability. He's a lovely man and brilliantly talented http://www.ruffdogart.blogspot.com
Rural Meeting Place
This is run by a lovely supportive lady. The Rural Meeting Place is somewhere to go if you need business support, network meetings, or marketing support in Shropshire, Powys, Herefordshire and Worcestershire http://www.theruralmeetingplace.com
Sammy Jane Illustrations
This is one of my very best friends. She is a Children's Illustrator and a very talented lady. She's recently exhibited at The Qube, Oswestry and has undertaken numerous commissions. She loves creating pictures for children. http://www.sammyjaneillustrations.co.uk/
Sandra Lock Artist
Here's the very beautiful and unique digital artwork, graphic design and photography of a lovely friend of mine, Sandra. She's also wonderfully supportive of my work and I'm very grateful http://www.SandraLock.com
Scentsible Solutions
Gorgeous natural products which are hand crafted by my lovely friend Helen, a qualified Aromatherapist. All ingredients are ethically sourced, fair trade and never tested on animals http://www.www.scentsiblesolutions.co.uk
Shropshire Disability Network
Shropshire Disability Network (SDN) was formed in 2008 to provide a powerful collective voice for disabled people across Shropshire. I have become a member of SDN as a disabled person http://www.shropshire-disability.net
Virtual Shropshire
A fantastic website full of information, events, news, links, photographs, all activities in and around the Shropshire region. Shropshire is such a beautiful region, all visitors welcome http://www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk
Just For Fun - My Favourite YouTube Video
I love the power of YouTube. As well as my passion for art, I also love music and comedy so here I will share some favourites from time to time :-). Enjoy :-)
