THE PATTERNED FOX
A creative journal by FoxKay
Tucked away in the countryside village of Great Barford, I’m a self-taught artist inspired by the chaotic beauty of nature, travel, and everyday life. From scrappy sketches to digital illustrations, my work is all about finding patterns - both in the world around me and in the creative process itself.
This blog is a window into my creative world: part design journal, part experiment lab, and part storytelling space. While the blog goes by The Patterned Fox, the creative force behind it is me - FoxKay - a name that captures my curious and ever-evolving artistic style.
So, why The Patterned Fox?
Because I see patterns everywhere - woven through landscapes, memories, and the rhythm of making. And the “fox”? It’s both a nod to my surname (Fox-Holmes) and a creature associated with imagination and playfulness - qualities I like to bring into my work.
What you’ll find here:
Behind-the-scenes design journeys
Notes from the road and reflections on nature
Digital illustration progress (and plenty of Illustrator misadventures)
Learning by creating: one step at a time
From Madeira’s orchid-draped gardens and colourful markets to Churchill’s painting inspiration and a Goan feast aboard Fred. Olsen’s Borealis, our journey through Funchal revealed why the island is called the “Floating Garden of the Atlantic.” A story of colour, flavour, and culture.