On Artful Living is a reflective space where I, Carmina, a photographer and creative entrepreneur share my journey through slow living, quiet inspiration, and the art found in everyday moments. From moody landscapes and food styling to heartfelt reflections on identity, burnout, and reclaiming joy, this blog offers a glimpse into a life shaped by creativity, resilience, and gentle magic.
A new studio - first peek!
As we set it up and saw myself into this much bigger, brighter room with soft Northern light and a view of our garden and the fields beyond, I saw myself dreaming of old passions again. Whilst photography remains my one big, burning passion, I am slowly planning a small collection of leather goods to be released later in autumn. I don’t envision returning to leathercraft as my main creative outlet, but I want to keep that pursuit alive, through a few small, intentional shop drops throughout the year.
A day of impulsive creativity
“A slice of wild berry cake on an elegant, vintage style plate, showcasing the rich, purple and mauve layers of berry compote and cream… the abundance of wild berry fruit in various stages of ripeness, delicate berry blossoms, scattered flower petals and wild flowers create a whimsical, nature-inspired setting that reflects the atmosphere of a late summer evening feast.”
It’s hard to describe these images without tapping into my long-abandoned passion for creative writing. There’s so much poetry in the subtle light, the contrast, the rich colors… I hope these images resonate with you, and inspire you to create.