my story
meet cheryl
My creative story began as a child, drawing, painting and observing every detail of the natural world. Sketchbook or microscope - I was hooked!
I first fell in love with colour at the age of six, when I came across a bright blue cornflower in a golden field of wheat. I wanted to remember it, so I went home and painted it.
Leaving the wilds for a different kind of wild, I studied print design in Manchester. After graduating, I began my career as a print designer in New York’s Garment District. The ’90s were an explosive time for fashion and music in the city.
Since then, I’ve worked with pattern and colour for over thirty years, and I’m still passionate about how the right pattern can tell an instant story without words.
I love the magic that happens when colour and pattern stop you in your tracks and bring excitement, beauty and joy to the world.
That’s my raison d’être.
When I'm creating, it’s the emotional “yes” I’m always looking for.
I still love the wild, this time exploring in our campervan. I’m always looking for inspiration, whether it’s a new restaurant or exhibition, travelling, meeting great people or a bit of rebellion! I love restyling my home with vintage finds and bringing nature indoors.
I have a secret city garden in central Manchester, where my studio and archive live. I grow everything from seed, and the flowers I grow often inspire new artworks in my artist’s studio.
I have five fun children, a wonderful wife and a life full of stories, challenges and triumphs through all of life’s transitions. Along the way, I’ve gained a wealth of lived experience and wisdom, both in business and life, which I love sharing.
I started The Soulful Collective to bring women together to rediscover their creative fire, confidence and purpose, away from the constant demands of work and everyday life.
It’s an absolute joy to be part of this community and to hold a soulful space where women can reconnect, rediscover themselves and remember who they are - unapologetically!
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I hope you find the inspiration & creativity you're looking for.
Get in touch if you want to chat, I'd love to hear your story.
