Tales of Africa, England and Agatha Christie
Tales of Africa, England & Agatha Christie
A nostalgic journey through heirlooms, family history, and Agatha Christie mysteries—from Egypt and England to Australia, where past and present quietly meet.
….. a story from the world of Dianne Stark
From Orchard Trees to Pencil Lines
How Childhood Memories Shape My Designs
Discover how artist and surface pattern designer Dianne Stark draws inspiration from her nostalgic childhood on a South African farm—where mulberry trees, silkworms, and fairy gardens continue to shape her whimsical pencil illustrations.
….. a story from the world of Dianne Stark
In Praise of Pencil:
In Praise of Pencil: Why I Never Left It Behind
Discover why I never left pencil behind. In a world of digital and watercolour design, my hand-drawn pencil lines bring nostalgic charm, honesty, and storytelling to every surface pattern.
….. a story from the world of Dianne Stark