Wan Mae Dodd: Blue Poppies (Foiled Journal)

A flame tree notebook is a beautiful and luxurious journal that combines high-quality production with magnificent art. It is perfect as a gift for writers, notetakers, travelers, students, poets, and diarists, and features a wide range of well-known and modern artists. The covers are printed on foil paper, embossed, foil stamped, and complemented by a luxury binding and rose red end-papers. The notebooks come with practical features such as a pocket at the back for scraps and receipts, two ribbon markers to help keep track of tasks, robust ivory text paper printed with lines, and a magnetic side flap to keep everything neat and tidy. Wan Mae Dodd, the artist, draws much of her inspiration from organic, natural objects, such as flowers, pine cones, and shells.

Format: Notebook / blank book
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 03 May 2021
Publisher: Flame Tree Publishing

A FLAME TREE NOTEBOOK is a remarkable blend of beauty and luxury, combining high-quality production with magnificent art. Whether it's a gift for a loved one or a cherished personal choice for writers, notetakers, travelers, students, poets, and diarists, this notebook is a true essential. With its wide range of well-known and modern artists, Flame Tree Notebooks continuously publishes new artworks throughout the year, ensuring that there's always something new and captivating to discover.

The beautifully designed covers of these notebooks are a testament to their craftsmanship. Printed on foil paper, embossed, and foil stamped, they are complemented by a luxurious binding and rose red end-papers. Each cover is meticulously created by our talented artists and designers, who pour their hours into transforming original artwork into gorgeous 3D masterpieces that not only feel wonderful in the hand but also elevate the aesthetics of any desk or table.

Flame Tree Notebooks are not only visually stunning but also highly practical. They feature a convenient pocket at the back for scraps and receipts, two ribbon markers to assist in keeping track of various tasks, robust ivory text paper printed with lines, and a magnetic side flap to keep all your notes and scraps neatly organized. These thoughtful features make it easy to stay organized and focused while capturing your thoughts and inspirations.

The artist behind these remarkable notebooks is Wan Mae Dodd, a talented artist born in Hubei Province, China, and trained at Leeds Arts University. With a deep appreciation for organic, natural objects, particularly flowers like alliums, poppies, hydrangeas, and cherry blossom, as well as pine cones and shells, Wan Mae Dodd draws much of her inspiration from the world around her.

Blue Poppies is a captivating painting that forms part of a series of original artworks created by Wan Mae Dodd using acrylic paint on cartridge paper steeped in linseed oil. This unique technique creates a distinctive depth and sheen, adding an extra layer of beauty to the artwork. The vibrant blue poppies stand out against the muted background, creating a sense of joy and tranquility.

In the words of William Morris, "Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful." Flame Tree Notebooks embody this philosophy, offering a blend of practicality and beauty that resonates with individuals who value both. Whether you're a writer, artist, or simply someone who appreciates the finer things in life, a Flame Tree Notebook is a treasure that will inspire and delight for years to come.

Weight: 364g
Dimension: 158 x 216 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839644436