Ten tips for painting food by Anna Koska
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Ten tips for painting food by Anna Koska

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GO AND FIND THE REAL THING – There are limits to this of course. In the case of some obscure fish, I’m not often in a position to don a wetsuit and jump in the deep if it lives at the bottom of the inky blue, but there’s always a fish market. HANDLE THE THING – If it’s got bones, feel where they lie. If it’s got skin, get familiar with the feel and texture: hairy, bald, feathery, scaly, bit gooey, slippery, a bit want-to-put-it-down-and-run. Move it around. Check out the way the shadows play on the dips and curves. TAKE IT HOME TO MEET THE FAMILY – If I…

Anna Koska, a food illustrator
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Anna Koska, a food illustrator

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Who? Anna Koska What? Illustrator Anna Koska specialises in food illustrations and occasionally oil paintings. Her work has appeared in over 100 books and she’s regularly commissioned to create canvases for restaurants, interior designers and private collectors alike. Prices vary according to medium and size. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at www.annakoskaillustration.com How? Contact for more information Ten tips on painting food by Anna Koska

Calvin Nicholls paper sculpture
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Calvin Nicholls paper sculpture

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Who? Calvin Nicholls What? Canadian artist Calvin Nicholls, who specialises in nature and wildlife pieces, uses paper to create sculptures of his subjects. The paper sculptures are 3-D, framed and are produced according to commissions. There’s also a selection of prints available to purchase. Price depends on complexity and size of piece commissioned. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at www.calvinnicholls.com How? Contact for consultation

Meat Blades by Studio William

Meat Blades by Studio William

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Who? Studio William What? British cutlery company Studio William has recently launched their version of the steak knife – dubbed the “Meat Blade”. The 18/10 stainless steel blade carries a precise 35 degree cutting edge angle, designed to slice through meat without serration. Priced at £120 for a set of four. When? Available now Where? Available at Harrods or www.studiowilliam.com How? Buy in store or online

QOOQ, the kitchen tablet
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QOOQ, the kitchen tablet

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Who? QOOQ What? French cooking tablet QOOQ is now available for the first time outside of France. Launched in America earlier this year, QOOQ is the first touchscreen tablet of its kind to be created specifically for the kitchen. It comes pre-loaded with 1000 recipes and videos with chefs and promises to be waterproof. Priced at $399 with recipe upgrades available. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at www.qooq.com/en How? Buy online

Linda Plant at home (shot by Rich Hendry)

Art Love by Linda Plant

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Who? Linda Plant What? Interior designer Linda Plant (director of Homerun Services) has recently launched a new service called Art Love. The new service allows customers to order bespoke modern and abstract art pieces, with consultation available from her design team. Prices vary according to requirements but pre-created pieces also available. When? Available online now Where? Exclusively at www.artlovedesign.com How? For consultation, call 0207 4869 688 or email hello@artlovedesign.com Ten tips on interior design from Linda Plant