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  • Kirsty Bradley
    If you have read my about me page, you’ll know freediving is a hobby of mine. After being  introduced to snorkelling at age 6, and taking up underwater photography in my teenage years, an opportunity to increase my time underwater and exploring more depth was a real draw. Freediving is the ritual of holding your breath and diving to depths “free” from diving equipment. In this case, to explore the magic of the sea’s wildlife
  • Kirsty Bradley
    When one collection ends a new series begins. The Natural Lines Collection extended across 2 years (2023-2025) and saw me develop my skillset. My progression was visible in every piece from...more accurate and realistic animals in varying angles... to increased sophistication in composition and layering of animals within. I loved this collection, the pieces I produced, but also the way it challenged my perspective and harnessed the way my brain interprets what I see.  But
  • Kirsty Bradley
    I am a Marine Biologist and self proclaimed nature nerd, so, the environment and my impact are at the forefront of all I do.  But what does this mean for my art?  I think about impact at every step I make sure I use the minimum amount of paper, pens and resources. I try not to get hung up on perfectionism and most recently I have been sketching out my pieces to really plan what
  • Kirsty Bradley
    I have previously focused on the outcome of my artwork, but the natural lines collection is all about the process. Building on the layering I enjoyed from the We Are Nature series, I feel I have been journeying towards this style for a while. I remember, back in school, seeing art which camouflaged animals within animals and it was a challenge to spot all of them within the piece. I have ALWAYS loved art that
  • Kirsty Bradley
    A new year means a new series. If you have been following me for a while, you will know that I have a full time job, so I focus my art into a number of series where I take on one particular subject and create a set of linked images which means alot to me. I usually combine an important message with a skillset I am hoping to develop. Usually I become so inspired that
  • Kirsty Bradley
    Whenever we think of snorkelling, we imagine warms seas filled with tropical colourful fish. While there’s no denying those locations are very appealing, it should be remembered that Britain has a lot to offer. I decided to become a marine biologist based on being fascinated by the underwater world I discovered in Devon. I thought it would be good to write a blog about snorkelling in the UK to help inspire and engage people with
  • Kirsty Bradley
    I have just finished the final piece of my drop of life series. The piece felt very personal, as my curiosity for the ocean stemmed from exploring the magical world of rockpools. So I thought it was only right to dedicate an entire blog article to this topic. Explore this video on my instagram page to experience the moment you pass the surface of the water, when everything becomes suddenly clear, an important aspect of