a girl called Paula

I've been a fan of Paula's illustrations for so long, she is constantly creating such beautiful work for both her clients, commissions and for her Etsy shop,
'Sweet William' , a collaboraton with her sister Shelley.

Together they unite for all things creative!
Lets head down to Melbourne to meet Paula,
a creative girl you should all get to know!

Welcome Paula!

Can you tell us what is currently inspiring you?

Ooooh - I flit around all over the place when it comes to inspiration.

On one hand I am very inspired by all the graphic shapes and flat colours and the simplicity of pattern such as in the work by Ashley Goldberg and designs by Marimekko .

On the other hand I am loving all the looseness and energy of watercolour and ink, just playing around with uncontrolled, beautiful messes.

I am continuously inspired by colour and pattern.

Name 3 things you couldn't live without right now? 

Tea, colour, solitude

Can you define to us your personal style? 

Messy, colourful, eclectic, non-formulaic. 

I prefer the un perfect things  - I love the waver in a hand drawn line.

Do you have a current favourite colour (or colour combinations)? 

I love the mix of pastels and brights - I am a bit obsessed with that at the moment, the juxtaposition of soft and bold strong, colours 
together - eg. 'watercolor patterns in pink'

What is your favourite Smell or Fragrance?

The scent of lavender always makes me feel calm. I also love the perfume called 'Pure' by DKNY, it is very light and fresh.

What do you love about your City/Town? 

I love the scope of what is on offer in and around Melbourne.
There is plenty of creativity and cafe culture to plug into for a bit of an urban buzz or you can easily go for a walk and enjoy the quietness of the bush.

and lastly, do you have a favourite quote you'd like to share with us? 
' Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.' 

- William Morris 

and of course: "where there's tea there's hope"

- Arthur Wing Pinero.  

Thanks so much Paula!
 - make sure you ALL head on over to connect with Paula and see more of her gorgeous work.
You can find her here -  blog • etsy shop • facebook • pinterest and instagram