Gallery
Large, sculptural bee character commissioned by Bramble Graphics to promote the release of a Doric childrens book about the adventures of 'Flora the Foggy Bummer'!
Just one of many fabulous masks made during a workshop with 9-12 year old children.
Never ending bubble fun!
One of five giant characters created as part of a 'School Values Character Development Project'.
Experimenting with chalk and water in the outdoors during a workshop session for 3-5 year olds.
Playing with ideas during this cardboard and 'bits and bobs' expressive workshop session for 3-5 year olds.
Part of a wooly installation by primary school pupils in Aberdeen made during a collaborative project.
Exploring warm colours and African pattern with paper and pen during a workshop for Children 1st.
Expressing emotions through the art of recycled bottle puppet making at Aberdeen Maritime Museum.
Expressing emotions through paint and stomping during this playful workshop for 3-5 year olds.
A super outfit created from an old jumper and t -shirt during an online workshop with Aberdeen Art Gallery.
This meter tall kitty was created as a mascot for an Aberdeen primary school Library. The character drawing, by a primary 2 pupil from the school, was translated into a three dimensional form, using reclaimed fabric.
Detail of a textile character translated from a child's drawing.
Two privately commissioned minature figures created from a variety of reclaimed fabric.
Two commissioned minature characters created from calico, embroidery thread and ribbon.
Obstacle course/installation created with and for primary children during an outdoor community play session.
One of five 'giant' school values characters made during a project with Hazlehead Primary School in Aberdeen.
Colourful installation work in progress!
A selection of outfits created by participants for their teddies during a fashion design inspired workshop!
Two 'Liquorice All Sorts' inspired statement necklaces made from a combination of reclaimed wooden and resin buttons and acrylic beads.
Decorative conical floral fabric formed trees mounted onto a piece of spray painted reclaimed wood.
Preparing to make lots and lots of colourful pom poms!
A collection of stylish little ladies!
Two very happy little puppet makers with their fabulous octopuppets made during an Under the Sea themed workshop.
The result of a fabulous workshop with pre school children and their big people!
A selection of drawings submitted as part of project Smile : )
Ellie the Ballerina.
Textured clay character made during a workshop with Creative Learning Aberdeen.
A collection of 'Sweetie Inspired' statement necklaces made from coloured felt balls and acrylic beads.
Commissioned character necklace made from felt, reclaimed beads and buttons.
A translation of a beautiful drawing of 'Granda'
The result of a fabulous workshop as part of 'The Arts Across Learning Festival' in Aberdeen.
A happy wee girl with her alien ballerina named Myrtle!
Work in progress during preparation for the Smile Exhibition.
One of many characters translated from a child's drawing for Smile exhibition.
This adorable little pin cushion is perfect for storing pins!
A view of the pom pom installation at The Lemon Tree in Aberdeen created as part of Inspiration Point.
Work in progress for 'Smile' - an exhibition of work inspired by children's drawings.
The aftermath following a pom pom making workshop!
Characters of all shapes and sizes!
A button brooch created from vintage buttons and a re-purposed bottle top.
Preparing pieces for a giant pompomtastic installation!
Playful elephant ballerina created as part of an installation during a residency in Aberdeen - Inspiration Point.
Very bendy jumper bunny created from an up cycled jumper!
Part of an installation at Aberdeen Health Village with the aim of promoting health and well being.
This dapper dude is sure to do a grand job at keeping your keys safe!
Lovely long-limbed bunnies created from up cycled jumpers.
A 'personality mask' created during a masterclass with Textile Designer Donna Wilson.
These adorable decorative ballerina mini dolls are perfect at pirouetting!
A shot of Yogi and Superhero out and about on the bus in Aberdeen promoting Inspiration Point Events!
Very bendy jumper bunny created from an upcycled jumper!
A collection of little bird decorations created from reclaimed textiles.
Detail of a 'yarn bombed' tree created as part of a project with Hazlehead Primary School in Aberdeen.
A selection of button brooches created from vintage buttons and re-purposed bottle tops.
Detail of a three - dimensional collaboration collage created by children during a workshop for 3 - 5 year old's and their parents/carers.
A very special piece commissioned by Elaine's daughter as a thank you gift to her teacher of two years, Mrs Burney! Translated from a drawing...Mrs Burney became the 'face' of 'Smile'...an exhibition of work inspired by children's drawings in Seventeen, Aberdeen.
Rainbow coloured statement necklace made from felt balls, resin beads and wooden buttons strung onto a length of nylon cord.
Jumper bunny created from an up cycled jumper.
Detail of a 'yarn Bombed ' tree created as part of a project with Hazlehead Primary School in Aberdeen.
Work in progress for 'Smile' an exhibition of work inspired by children's drawings.
These two Aliens - PUNK and GEEK - as odd as it may seem arE the best of friends!
Myrtle the Alien Ballerina was the very first character Elaine created from a drawing. Translating a drawing by her young son, she created Myrtle for her Daughter as a very special birthday present!
This decorative mini doll trained with the Russian State Ballet and can pirouette like no other ballerina can!
A selection of decorative magnets created from up cycled beer bottle tops and vintage buttons.
Hillary, as she likes to be called, loves skinny dipping, hulla hooping and chocolate cake!!!
This adorable, floral bunny, created from vintage print fabric just loves to chill out in the sun!
This decorative mini doll could teach even the most elite of dancers a groovy move or two!
This decorative mini doll trained with the Russian State Ballet and can pirouette like no other ballerina can!
These two long-limbed lovelies are the best of friends and spend many hours together walking the beautiful, scenic hills of Scotland!
These two little darlings adore a good feast of hot smoked salmon and love getting their tummies tickled!
'Yarn Bombed' trees created as part of a project with Hazlehead Primary School in Aberdeen.
'Person Cat's', the name Elaine's young daughter used to refer to them when she first saw them are all amazing singers and love posing for photos!
Yogi Bunny in the making! Created as part of an installation, Yogi enjoys practising yoga and helping Elaine prepare for creative projects and workshops!
This adorable mini mermaid in the making was a commissioned piece created from a child's drawing.
Created during a residency as part of an installation, Hamish McTavish loves social interaction and has since appeared in a number of public spaces!
These kitty cats love climbing trees, hulla hooping and eating ice cream!
Created as part of an installation, Elaine has since worked on a number of commissioned variations of this charming chirpy chap. With those eyes...who wouldn't want a Bertie Black Bird in their lives!
Zack loves cheese and cake, but does not like cheese cake! He likes to keep fit by fitting in at least two half hour skipping sessions a day!
Detail of a large 'floating pom pom curtain' created for an installation at Aberdeen Health Village.
Floating Pom Pom installation in the foyer of Aberdeen Health Village.