Janice Gill
Art and Photography

A queen buff-tailed bee takes a rest on my finger. Photography by Janice Gill Brave queen bumble bee Rests lightly on my finger Bee whisperer buzz! Janice Gill There is something I do that I do not often talk about. Alongside my art and photography, I write poetry. It feels strange to call it a secret, because it is not something I am ashamed of. It is simply something I have kept close. Private. Sheltered, perhaps. A quieter part of my creative life that sits behind the work

Swans on the Montgomery Canal. Photography Janice Gill There are some rooms that feel restful almost immediately. Not empty. Not bland. Just easier to be in. That feeling comes from a combination of things: light, colour, texture, and the absence of too much visual noise. But artwork can play a surprisingly important part in it too. In particular, nature-inspired art has a way of softening a room and changing its emotional tone. A landscape, a quiet wildlife piece, a water s

Abandoned millstone and quarried boulders gradually being absorbed back into the natural world. Photography by Janice Gill Some landscapes are created by nature. Some landscapes by human hands. Padley is shaped by both. At first it seems all water, stone, and woodland. The brook hurries over gritstone ledges, roots clutch the banks, moss softens the rocks, and old trees lean over the gorge as though they have always belonged there. It feels intimate, shaded, and ancient. A p

Larch and Fir mix with deciduous woodland in a glorious patchwork softly reflected in the waters of this man made lake. Photography by Janice Gill The Peak District has the kind of scenery that is instantly recognisable, with reservoirs, gritstone edges, sweeping views, woodland, and moorland all held together by a particular quality of light and weather. But what makes it so inspiring to me is not only its scale. It is also the quieter details: the curve of water against dar

St. Mary's church in Shrewsbury is more than just a church. See some of it's amazing features photographed in 2026 and understand the wonder encapsulated in this one building.

Some images arrive all at once. Others gather themselves slowly, over years, like fragments of a dream waiting to be recognised. Miles Away  has been one of my most popular imagined works, especially as a canvas print, and I think part of its appeal lies in that feeling of quiet escape. It seems to speak to something many of us know: the wish to step beyond the visible world for a moment, to drift into thought, memory, or possibility. For me, this image is about distance in e

What makes an artwork high quality? Signs to look for when purchasing artwork to ensure the best quality for your money.

Two puffins head into Inner Farne with sand eels. Photography Janice Gill 2025 Today is World Puffin Day , a fitting excuse to celebrate one of the most recognisable and best-loved seabirds of the North Atlantic. The day is widely marked on 14 April , right around the time puffins return to their breeding colonies in parts of the North Atlantic. Atlantic puffins have a rare combination of qualities that make people instantly fall for them. They are striking, comical, elegant

A landscape format painting above a dado rail helps create an illusion of width. This particular kind of composition draws the viewer in and away from the small space. Small spaces can be some of the hardest to style well. There is less room for mistakes, less room for clutter, and often less natural light. It can be tempting to keep walls bare in the hope that the room will feel bigger, cleaner, or simpler. But in reality, the right artwork can do the opposite of crowding a

Discover how colour shapes mood in landscape art, from calming blues and greens to warming golds and dramatic contrasts, with examples from my own work.

A beautiful wooden floor is complemented by a statement sculptural table, the flow of which is reflected in the rug and artworks. Colourful, but still calm. Trends can be useful, but only when they help us create homes that feel more personal, more comfortable, and more reflective of how we actually want to live. In 2026, interiors seem to be moving in two directions at once. On one hand, there is a continued desire for calm, tactile, nature-led spaces. On the other, there is

Lake Vyrnwy showing the water tower and the road over the dam. Photography by Janice Gill Some places are beautiful at first glance. Lake Vyrnwy is one of them. The sweep of water, the wooded hills, the dramatic stone dam, and the fairytale-like straining tower give it an almost theatrical presence. But what makes Lake Vyrnwy especially compelling is that its beauty is layered. It is a place of quiet views and wildlife, but also of Victorian ambition, engineering ingenuity, a

Discover the best wall art for bedrooms, including calming subjects, colours, sizes, and placement tips to help create a restful space.

Collected art and personal objects as a gallery wall. Photo by Manja Vitolic on Unsplash A gallery wall can be one of the most beautiful ways to display art at home. It adds personality, creates a focal point, and allows you to combine pieces in a way that feels more collected than formal. But there’s a fine line between curated and cluttered. The difference usually isn’t the artwork itself. It’s the way it’s arranged. The good news is that creating a gallery wall doesn’t ha

Light, airy space and calm reflective water bring quiet atmosphere to this painting of the River Severn in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Artwork and photography by Janice Gill There’s a difference between a room that looks put together… and one that feels calm the moment you walk into it. Often, that feeling doesn’t come from adding more. It comes from choosing more carefully. A quieter palette.Softer textures.Artwork that settles into the space rather than competing with it. Start

The beautiful arched window of Shrewsbury Abbey is the first thing you see after crossing the English Bridge over the River Severn. Art work by Janice Gill 2026 There are places that quietly hold centuries within them. Shrewsbury Abbey is one of those places. At first glance, it’s a beautiful red sandstone church, slightly set apart from the town centre. But once you begin to look more closely, you realise you’re standing in what was once one of the most powerful religious si

Lake Vyrnwy Calm Water. The overall impression of this view is of a calm, peaceful day, but it still has plenty of interest with the surface ripples and reflection and interest in the sky. I love it as it is one of my favourite local landscapes. One of the most common worries when buying art is this: “What if I love it now… but not in a few months?” It’s a fair question. Art isn’t just decoration—it becomes part of your everyday environment. The good news is that some artwork

A4 print, mounted and framed to match the decor. When buying wall art, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to choose a framed or unframed print . At first glance, it seems like a small detail—but it can completely change how the artwork feels in your space. So which is better? The answer depends on what you want your room to look and feel like. What’s the Difference? Framed prints  arrive ready to hang, with the artwork already mounted and enclosed in a frame Un

A3 print, framed and hung in a light-filled reading corner. The artwork is about two-thirds the size of the chair and table combined, and the framing blends with the chair and objects on the table. Artwork by Janice Gill 2024. Choosing the right size artwork for your wall can completely transform a room—but it’s one of the most common things people get wrong. Too small, and the piece feels lost. Too large, and it overwhelms the space. The good news? There’s a simple way to ge

Little Owl with Ladybird. Photography and Artwork by Janice Gill If you’ve been looking at art prints online, you’ve probably come across the term giclée print . It sounds technical—maybe even a little mysterious. But what does it actually mean? And more importantly, does it really make a difference? Let’s break it down simply. What Is a Giclée Print? A giclée print is a high-quality fine art print  made using specialist inkjet printers and archival inks. The word “giclée” co