Even though she admits she struggles with imposter syndrome, Georgina excels at creating absolutely fantastic works of art — because everything she does comes from the heart.<\/p>\n
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<\/strong><\/p>\n Motherhood motivated Georgina Golding<\/strong> to quit her job as a designer with one of the largest soft toy companies in the UK and plunge into self-employment.<\/p>\n Even though she admits she struggles with imposter syndrome, Georgina excels at creating absolutely fantastic works of art — because everything she does comes from the heart.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Motherhood motivated Georgina Golding<\/strong> to quit her job as a designer with one of the largest soft toy companies in the UK and plunge into self-employment.<\/p>\n Even though she admits she struggles with imposter syndrome, Georgina excels at creating absolutely fantastic works of art — because everything she does comes from the heart.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”5px||10px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”5px||10px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Motherhood motivated Georgina Golding<\/strong> to quit her job as a designer with one of the largest soft toy companies in the UK and plunge into self-employment.<\/p>\n Even though she admits she struggles with imposter syndrome, Georgina excels at creating absolutely fantastic works of art — because everything she does comes from the heart.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Georgina-Golding-pic.png” alt=”G Golding” title_text=”Georgina Golding pic” url=”https:\/\/thecannywreathco.uk” url_new_window=”on” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-34px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”50px||10px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”5px||20px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”5px||20px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n Art, Life & Soul Design and Illustration<\/strong><\/a> covers many types of graphic design, from logos and branding — particularly for start-ups — to advertising for local event companies and menus for pubs and restaurants.<\/p>\n Georgina also creates the most incredible pet portraits on commission. (She calls them PAWtraits. Isn\u2019t that adorable?)<\/p>\n There being no end to this artist\u2019s talents, Georgina has recently become an author as well, having written and illustrated her first children\u2019s book.<\/p>\n Be inspired, and discover:<\/p>\n Georgina\u2019s gorgeous CHRISTMAS RANGE.<\/p>\n PLUS:<\/em> a BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED STORY for three- to eight-year-olds.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n Art, Life & Soul Design and Illustration<\/strong> <\/a>covers many types of graphic design, from logos and branding — particularly for start-ups — to advertising for local event companies and menus for pubs and restaurants.<\/p>\n Georgina also creates the most incredible pet portraits on commission. (She calls them PAWtraits. Isn\u2019t that adorable?)<\/p>\n There being no end to this artist\u2019s talents, Georgina has recently become an author as well, having written and illustrated her first children\u2019s book.<\/p>\n Be inspired, and discover:<\/p>\n Georgina\u2019s gorgeous CHRISTMAS RANGE.<\/p>\n PLUS:<\/em> a BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED STORY for three- to eight-year-olds.<\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”off|phone” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” custom_margin_tablet=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|tablet” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Art, Life & Soul Design and Illustration<\/strong><\/a> covers many types of graphic design, from logos and branding — particularly for start-ups — to advertising for local event companies and menus for pubs and restaurants.<\/p>\n Georgina also creates the most incredible pet portraits on commission. (She calls them PAWtraits. Isn\u2019t that adorable?)<\/p>\n There being no end to this artist\u2019s talents, Georgina has recently become an author as well, having written and illustrated her first children\u2019s book.<\/p>\n Be inspired, and discover:\u00a0Georgina\u2019s gorgeous Christmas range<\/strong>.<\/p>\n PLUS:<\/em> a BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED STORY for three- to eight-year-olds.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Pet-Portraits.jpg” alt=”animal paintings” title_text=”Pet Portraits” url=”https:\/\/thecannycustomco.uk” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-15px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-27px||10px||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Purrrfect-Christmas.png” alt=”Cat Christmas card” title_text=”Purrrfect Christmas” url=”https:\/\/thecannycustomco.uk” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-15px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Georgina, how did Art, Life & Soul come about?<\/strong><\/p>\n I have always loved art, from the moment I could pick up a pencil, and I\u2019ve never wanted to be anything other than a creative. I started Art, Life & Soul two years ago, when I left my last job as a soft toy designer at Keel Toys to look after my children. (I had to give up my job due to my husband working fulltime too and my having to drop off and pick up the kids from school.) As I had to continue working, I decided to start my own design business.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n What was your lightbulb moment?<\/strong><\/p>\n As a creative, lightbulb moments are a constant by learning from what does or doesn\u2019t work.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-27px||10px||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Georgina, how did Art, Life & Soul come about?<\/strong><\/p>\n I have always loved art, from the moment I could pick up a pencil, and I\u2019ve never wanted to be anything other than a creative. I started Art, Life & Soul two years ago, when I left my last job as a soft toy designer at Keel Toys to look after my children. (I had to give up my job due to my husband working fulltime too and my having to drop off and pick up the kids from school.) As I had to continue working, I decided to start my own design business.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n What was your lightbulb moment?<\/strong><\/p>\n As a creative, lightbulb moments are a constant by learning from what does or doesn\u2019t work.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Purrrfect-Christmas.png” alt=”Cat Christmas card” title_text=”Purrrfect Christmas” url=”https:\/\/thecannycustomco.uk” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-15px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” custom_margin=”13px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Were your start-up costs affordable?<\/strong><\/p>\n Monthly running costs for my business can be expensive due to the cost of the subscriptions for the software programs. Starting up the business was expensive too. But I knew it was a matter of time before I had to leave my last job, so I started saving as soon as I could for the computer and software I needed.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n As you\u2019ve always known what you wanted to be, I\u2019m guessing your studies and vocational choices reflected your passion?<\/strong><\/p>\n Absolutely. I have a GNVQ, A level, BTEC National Diploma and a Degree in Illustration. I also worked for many years as a designer.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Bad Script|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#025454″ text_font_size=”20px” text_letter_spacing=”2px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”11px|0px|11px|0px|true|true” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#409993″ border_style_all=”none” box_shadow_style=”preset6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n It’s Good To Be Able To Work My Own Hours.<\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Bah-Humpug-trio.jpg” alt=”Doggy mug” title_text=”Bah Humpug trio” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-24px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Personalised-Christmas-cards-1.jpg” title_text=”Personalised Christmas cards” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n How did the pandemic affect your business? What did you do to stay afloat and how did you adapt?<\/strong><\/p>\n COVID affected my business greatly as the pubs no longer needed work done and the event companies no longer needed advertising. I ended up having to change what I do<\/strong>, so I joined illustration groups on Facebook — which is where I found an author looking for an illustrator. This kept me afloat partially through the lockdown.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Do you miss the 9-5 job?<\/strong><\/p>\n I miss working for my last company. I miss working with people in an office and sparring ideas between each other. But it\u2019s good to be able to work my own hours.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n What\u2019s the toughest part about being your own boss?<\/strong><\/p>\n I think one of the hardest things about being self-employed is that it\u2019s no longer a nine-to-five job. I now get messages all times of the day and night.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-24px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n How did the pandemic affect your business? What did you do to stay afloat and how did you adapt?<\/strong><\/p>\n COVID affected my business greatly as the pubs no longer needed work done and the event companies no longer needed advertising. I ended up having to change what I do<\/strong>, so I joined illustration groups on Facebook — which is where I found an author looking for an illustrator. This kept me afloat partially through the lockdown.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Do you miss the 9-5 job?<\/strong><\/p>\n I miss working for my last company. I miss working with people in an office and sparring ideas between each other. But it\u2019s good to be able to work my own hours.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n What\u2019s the toughest part about being your own boss?<\/strong><\/p>\n I think one of the hardest things about being self-employed is that it\u2019s no longer a nine-to-five job. I now get messages all times of the day and night.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Personalised-Christmas-cards-1.jpg” title_text=”Personalised Christmas cards” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-24px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n How do you promote your business?<\/strong><\/p>\n Through word of mouth. And on Facebook<\/strong><\/a> and Instagram<\/strong><\/a>. I am lucky that when I started up I had a good circle of friends who helped pass the word around. This is still how I operate; my customers now pass their recommendations on.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Who has been your greatest support?<\/strong><\/p>\n My husband is my greatest support; he has seen me through my highs and lows. And also, my customers. I have a great rapport with them, as well as many laughs. I think it\u2019s good to build friendships with customers, along with trust.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Do any highlights stand out in your mind?<\/strong><\/p>\n I\u2019ve had so many amazing moments. But my favourite thing is seeing or hearing my customers\u2019 responses to the finished products. I have a client who absolutely loves a poster I did for a Christmas sandwich. They use it every year! I love this.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Wolf-Trio.png” alt=”Mug and coaster” title_text=”Wolf Trio” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Bad Script|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#025454″ text_font_size=”20px” text_letter_spacing=”2px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”11px|0px|11px|0px|true|true” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#409993″ border_style_all=”none” box_shadow_style=”preset6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I Am My Own Worst Critic.<\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-27px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Pet-Paw-traits.jpg” title_text=”Pet Paw traits” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Being a creative myself, I\u2019m guessing you not only deeply experience the highs but also the lows. Can you tell me a little about your lowest moments and how you\u2019ve managed to overcome them? <\/strong><\/p>\n I get imposter syndrome<\/em>. As a result, I am my own worst critic<\/strong>. A real pick-me-up was watching Adele the other day during her live show on TV, where she admitted she has imposter syndrome. It made me feel better about myself, because sometimes not feeling good enough can stop my progression.<\/p>\n I have moments where my anxiety can get bad if I have a lot on all at once. But the best thing I have found is to be honest with customers with regard to a realistic completion date<\/strong>. And being realistic with time management, juggling family time and work, is essential.\u00a0I’ve also learnt to recognise the signs that tell me when I need a break and when I need to take time out.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Where do you find inspiration?<\/strong><\/p>\n I follow many artists on Instagram and Facebook who inspire me.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Best advice you\u2019ve been given?<\/strong><\/p>\n To take care of mental health when needed and take a break.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-27px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Being a creative myself, I\u2019m guessing you not only deeply experience the highs but also the lows. Can you tell me a little about your lowest moments and how you\u2019ve managed to overcome them? <\/strong><\/p>\n I get imposter syndrome<\/em>. As a result, I am my own worst critic<\/strong>. A real pick-me-up was watching Adele the other day during her live show on TV, where she admitted she has imposter syndrome. It made me feel better about myself, because sometimes not feeling good enough can stop my progression.<\/p>\n I have moments where my anxiety can get bad if I have a lot on all at once. But the best thing I have found is to be honest with customers with regard to a realistic completion date<\/strong>. And being realistic with time management, juggling family time and work, is essential.<\/p>\n I’ve also learnt to recognise the signs that tell me when I need a break and when I need to take time out.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Where do you find inspiration?<\/strong><\/p>\n I follow many artists on Instagram and Facebook who inspire me.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Best advice you\u2019ve been given?<\/strong><\/p>\n To take care of mental health when needed and take a break.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Pet-Paw-traits.jpg” title_text=”Pet Paw traits” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-17px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n What would you have done differently?<\/strong><\/p>\n I don\u2019t think I would have done anything differently. All of my journey has been part of an important learning process<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n What was your steepest learning curve? The most difficult aspect to get your head around?<\/strong><\/p>\n Self assessments! All of the financial stuff baffles me. Luckily my husband is an accountant, so he helps me with this. We make a good team.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Any wise words for people struggling with that same aspect?<\/strong><\/p>\n Marry an accountant! Haha.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Do you have any advice for aspiring entrepreneurs?<\/strong><\/p>\n Lots! At the top of my list: time management, get word out there<\/strong>, and be confident in yourself<\/strong>. And push past things that hold you back<\/strong>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Wolf-Pup-and-Book.jpg” alt=”Wolf collection” title_text=”Wolf Pup and Book” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-30px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Wild-wood-display.jpg” alt=”Woodland wander” title_text=”Wild wood display” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Bad Script|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#025454″ text_font_size=”20px” text_letter_spacing=”2px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|tablet” custom_padding=”11px|0px|11px|0px|true|true” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#409993″ border_style_all=”none” box_shadow_style=”preset6″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n An Easy Read with Strong Morals<\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Your picture book, Wander in the Wild Wood<\/em>, has had FABULOUS reviews. Can you tell us a bit about it?<\/strong><\/p>\n Wander in the Wild Wood<\/em> is a 32-page book for early readers who love rhyming and brightly coloured illustrations. It is an easy read with strong morals<\/strong> about kindness, mindfulness and the importance of listening.<\/p>\n The story follows Wolf pup, who gets lost in the snowy, dark wood. On his journey he discovers that not all is as it first seems.<\/p>\n A great story with a winter theme — perfect for three- to eight-year-olds and fans of Julia Donaldson\u2019s The Gruffalo<\/em> — Wander in the Wild Wood<\/em> is only \u00a36.99 (excl. p&p). You can order it via a private message on my Facebook<\/strong><\/a> business page, or on Instagram<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n What would be a perfect gift to accompany the book?<\/strong><\/p>\n The WOLF PUP soft toy is a big hit, as well as the cute bookmark.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-30px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Your picture book, Wander in the Wild Wood<\/em>, has had FABULOUS reviews. Can you tell us a bit about it?<\/strong><\/p>\n Wander in the Wild Wood<\/em> is a 32-page book for early readers who love rhyming and brightly coloured illustrations. It is an easy read with strong morals<\/strong> about kindness, mindfulness and the importance of listening.<\/p>\n The story follows Wolf pup, who gets lost in the snowy, dark wood. On his journey he discovers that not all is as it first seems.<\/p>\n A great story with a winter theme — perfect for three- to eight-year-olds and fans of Julia Donaldson\u2019s The Gruffalo<\/em> — Wander in the Wild Wood<\/em> is only \u00a36.99 (excl. p&p). You can order it via a private message on my Facebook<\/strong><\/a> business page, or on Instagram<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n What would be a perfect gift to accompany the book?<\/strong><\/p>\n The WOLF PUP soft toy is a big hit, as well as the cute bookmark.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Wild-wood-display.jpg” alt=”Woodland wander” title_text=”Wild wood display” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Bad Script|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#025454″ text_font_size=”20px” text_letter_spacing=”2px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|tablet” custom_padding=”11px|0px|11px|0px|true|true” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#409993″ border_style_all=”none” box_shadow_style=”preset6″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n An Easy Read with Strong Morals<\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”20px||20px||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n What are your future plans?<\/strong><\/p>\n I would obviously like to grow my business. My true dream is to get my books professionally published or continue to self publish but hit a wider audience.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n One last thing. 25 December is one week away<\/em>. Tell us about your Christmas collection.<\/strong><\/p>\n I have a varied Christmas range, which includes Elf Packs, Christmas cards, cute animal mugs and coasters, and \u2018pawtraits\u2019.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Sounds like some last-minute shopping is in order! For my UK readers: you still have time to make a Christmas purchase from Art, Life & Soul. Why not pop onto Georgina’s Instagram<\/a> \/ Facebook<\/a> page today?<\/strong><\/p>\n Georgina, it was a pleasure to interview you. Thank you for your time!<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Wander-in-the-Wild-Wood.jpg” alt=”childrens book” title_text=”Wander in the Wild Wood” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Tweetable TAKEAWAYS<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n YOU\u2019RE NOT ALONE. EVEN ADELE HAS IMPOSTER SYNDROME.<\/p>\n SEE YOUR JOURNEY AS A LEARNING PROCESS<\/strong><\/p>\n WORK YOUR PASSION<\/p>\n SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESS<\/p>\n PUSH PAST THINGS THAT HOLD YOU BACK<\/strong><\/p>\n TAKE CARE OF YOUR MENTAL HEALTH<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Just so you know\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n I don\u2019t receive any reward\/commission for promoting any of the businesses on my blog. Having bought something from each company, I just can\u2019t help but LOVE these brands and want the world to know about them.<\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Just so you know\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n I don\u2019t receive any reward\/commission for promoting any of the businesses on my blog. Having bought something from each company, I just can\u2019t help but LOVE these brands and want the world to know about them.<\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”off|tablet” _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”20px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”20px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Just so you know\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n I don\u2019t receive any reward\/commission for promoting any of the businesses on my blog. Having bought something from each company, I just can\u2019t help but LOVE these brands and want the world to know about them.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If any other key points stood out for you, or you just want to let me know what you thought about this interview, feel free to comment<\/strong> <\/a>below.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n COMING UP\u00a0<\/strong>on The Hopeaholic blog . . . <\/strong><\/p>\n I\u2019m taking a break for the Christmas holidays, but I look forward to seeing you back here in 2022. January <\/strong>will be all about: New Year, New You! I\u2019ll be bringing you inspirational INTERNATIONAL interviews with three fabulous women and one highly motivational couple. As well as entrepreneurship, we\u2019ll cover health & fitness, mind & body and self-improvement.<\/p>\n Until then, take care of yourselves and each other.<\/p>\n If you subscribe<\/a><\/strong> to my weekly news blurb (it\u2019s brief, honest!) you’ll be in the know. ![\"wink\"](\"https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/themes\/Divi\/includes\/builder\/frontend-builder\/assets\/vendors\/plugins\/emoticons\/img\/smiley-wink.gif\")