01/08/2026
11 years ago I graduated from Norwich University of the Arts with an Arts Degree. 🎨✨
My plan was to teach art at secondary school, which I went on to do. But somewhere along the line my path detoured and I ended up leaving my teaching job and buying Mablethorpe Ice Cream Company in 2020. Everything happens for a reason!
I knew that teaching wasn’t the future for me but a personal goal of mine was to have my own art studio one day.. In 2024 I took on another project, The Gift Shop - by Mablethorpe Ice Cream Company which had the most perfect room upstairs above the gift shop, that I could see potential for a studio.
Up until now, I haven’t had the time, mindset or headspace to focus on this so I’ve just left it waiting until I felt ready. But now I do! So I am currently working behind the scenes for preparation but starting from this September, I am finally going to be using my Art studio.
The focus is going to be: Art workshops for wellbeing. Think a calming, safe, welcoming environment to relax and unwind, to use Art as a way to destress and focus on mindfulness. Spa music, calming scents, calm lighting, refreshments, small group sessions. I am going to plan the projects to suit all abilities and it’s not so much about creating masterpieces but about wellbeing.
I myself have struggled with anxiety over the years, I am not afraid to say I often see a counsellor and I think anything that helps keep a healthy mind is the most important thing. Scientific studies prove that viewing or making art actively lowers stress hormones, reduces physical inflammation, and improves mental health.
I will give more information in the coming weeks so if you are interested please keep a look out for details ❤️✨