Handmade Art
by Dani Bee
Ambient air surrounding, encompassing,
creating a certain mood, being,
pertaining to and noting sounds that
create a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere.
Drawing is a meditation that creates a state of ambience,
a feeling that encompasses my soul while at work.
In life I like to keep as busy as a bee.
My mind is most content when making or learning.
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I enjoy studying patterns, symbols, textiles and languages.
Being a witness to different cultures and the ingenuity of people.
Travelling is the very essence of nature and beauty of the Universe.
Experiencing the journey as a destination, revealing the vastness of it all.
Since 2004 my main focus has been working with
a wonderful family business called Maiwa.
There I have learned many artistic mediums,
and love co-teaching workshops on natural dyes.
Maiwa has also provided opportunities to travel,
to remote areas of India to work alongside master artisans;
dyers, block printers, spinners, weavers, and embroiderers.
​Much of my art is inspired by these adventures and some
even began while waiting for a train or flying in a plane.
Any kind of paper makes me want to start drawing.
Often I begin with a simple shape and start branching out.
Sometimes I work free hand or more precisely with a compass and ruler.
I love the feeling and flow of a dip pen and ink.
For colours: I use pencil crayons, earth pigments and watercolours.
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Most recently I’ve been learning to draw on an iPad
and have been able to turn my originals into a printable format.
Procreate has so many features which is unlocking new possibilities,
and I am looking forward to exploring this technology.
I built this website with Wix. Most products are
printed on demand and shipped worldwide through Printful.
There are possibilities of ordering wholesale and
customizing colours or products especially for you.
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As time evolves I will be adding originals,
limited edition prints, and textile work.
For more info or feedback on the art and quality of prints,
please email Dani Bee ~ designs@ambientbee.com