Here at Slowdown Studio we love collaborating with emerging and established artists from across the globe. We recently had the opportunity to chat with Louisa Taylor, the artist behind the new April's Tulips Art Print. Louisa is a printed textiles designer and illustrator based in London whose work is inspired by flowers, leaves, and still life.
Who do you think is the most exciting emerging creative in your city?
I’ve been following Catriona Wood and her journey from corporate life to full time artist. It’s so inspiring to see!
Where are your favourite places to go in your city?
I’m lucky to live near Hampstead Heath which has become my favourite place to go for a walk, a sit in the sun, or to look at all the cute dogs.
What advice would you give to a younger version of yourself when you were starting out in art?
Don’t worry about finding your own style – keep trying lots of different things and don’t feel like you have to stick to one medium. By trying a variety of styles, a variety of clients will find you!
What are you listening to in your studio at the moment?
I’m trying to mix up my music this year so I've been listening to a lot of Spotify recommendations. I’ve been loving Goth Babe for a chilled Summer vibe.
April's Tulips Art Print by Louisa Taylor
What inspired your design for this latest print design?
Tulips are my favourite flower and I’m lucky enough to receive them for my birthday each year – as they are in peak bloom during April. I love their elegant long stems and how they still look beautiful when they start to droop.
What's your favorite way to slow down?
Painting! Although I love the freedom and flexibility of digital art, it’s so relaxing to pick up a paintbrush and work on a new piece. The hours fly by and I’m always inspired to bring painted textures back into my digital work.
What's the most memorable book you've read in the last few years?
I always remember reading Sharp Objects and Dark Places by Gillian Flynn. I love a mystery thriller that makes it difficult to put the book down.
What has been the happiest/most rewarding moment of your art career?
As a printed textiles designer I have always loved spotting my designs out and about. My most memorable moment is seeing one of my prints on a huge digital billboard on the London underground for a celebrity brand partnership.
How does living in your city influence your work? Is there anything about your city that has defined how or what you create?
I’ve noticed since living in London that I’m surrounded by a lot of creative people, which inspires me to be creative. I see people painting in the park or taking photos around the streets and it inspires me to do the same. I use the photos and videos I’ve taken on my phone for references in most of my work.
What are you most excited/looking forward to this year?
I really want to experiment more with frame-by-frame animation. I’ve given it a go in the past but would love to get better and create some fun animated illustrations.
Instagram: @lous.musings
Website: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/louisataylorshop
