Monthly Archives: November 2012

Chromascope Cushions for the THE NEW CRAFTSMEN – Pop up Shop in Mayfair

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Ptolemy Mann

I am delighted to announce a new group, that I am a founding member of, called THE NEW CRAFTSMEN They are celebrating their launch with a pop up shop in Mayfair styled by Priscilla Carluccio featuring the work of several … Continue reading →

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Tarragon Glory and Quinces…

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Ptolemy Mann

Last month was a synchronicity of colour. I painted my bathroom in a DULUX colour called Tarragon Glory 3. Found during a late night at B+Q moment where I just had to choose something there-and-then. Something warm,bright, hot and happening … Continue reading →

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Colour and Light in November

Posted on November 15, 2012 by Ptolemy Mann

There is a certain kind of light that occurs at this time of year; a surprisingly hot, warm light that sits exactly opposite the blue of the sky on the colour wheel. A complementary opposite meeting of minds. Golden-orange-reds next … Continue reading →

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Life Drawing…

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Ptolemy Mann

The blush of rich maroon next to geranium red linked by a sharp white and a petrol green line. Mustard yellow scratches over the pores of sugar paper; an electric blue smarts against the wine coloured background. A figure in … Continue reading →

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Gloucester Catherdral Redux – From above

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Ptolemy Mann

I downloaded some photographs I took from the top of the scaffolding at Gloucester Cathedral… there was some incredible graffiti up there which must have been done when the building was actually built. I can’t imagine that many people have … Continue reading →

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The Architecture of Cloth, Colour and Space at Gloucester Cathedral – A grand finale

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Ptolemy Mann

There are times when an opportunity comes along which presents an unusual space and a challenging installation. Hanging the show at Gloucester Cathedral was certainly one of these times. A magnificent Cathedral with perhaps the most beautiful cloisters I’ve ever … Continue reading →

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East Sussex Artists by Alun Callender and black, glossy blog books…

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Ptolemy Mann

Dear Significant Colourists, Please forgive the hiatus in blogging recently…there’s been a lot going on! Moving house, preparing to turn 40 and perfecting the finishing touches to the bedlinen collection to name a few. I plan to catch up this … Continue reading →

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