Jenni McLaren Art

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Hi, I'm Jenni, an artist creating colourful artwork inspired by wildlife, nature and adventure. Jenni McLaren is an artist based in Scotland.

Join my email community for studio updates, first access to new work, exclusive offers and the occasional freebie: http://bit.ly/4x4uqUy She has a degree in Design for Textiles Specialising in Weave. Her style is unique, in that she uses various media to create her designs. Her favourite medium of art to work with at the moment is watercolour. She also loves experimenting with mixed media and new techniques. For the woven side of her work, she's been experimenting in what patterns she can use on limited frame looms that she learned on Dobby looms at university. Most of it is plain weave but she loves trying out diffenent types of wool to create beautiful wall hangings. Enjoy looking at all her beautiful drawings, paintings and woven pieces!

19/10/2026

A little tree, one branch at a time 🌳🖊️

For Inktober Day 19, a bare tree joins my growing sketchbook collection. A few branching lines can give even a simple tree its own character 😊

If you’re drawing along, let your branches wander. They don’t need to match mine or follow a perfect plan.

You’re welcome to take a wee pause, watch the drawing unfold and enjoy a moment of creativity with me. 💛

Do you have a favourite tree you pass on a walk?

17/10/2026

Something small from everyday life for Inktober Day 17 🧵🖊️

Today’s drawing is a little button! It’s lovely finding drawing ideas in things we might usually pass by without much thought 😊

My sketchbook collection keeps growing, one small drawing at a time.

You’re welcome to pause here and watch, or pick up a pen and try your own. 💛

Did you ever have a button tin at home? I’d love to know what treasures were in it!

16/10/2026

One petal at a time 🌼🖊️

A wee daisy joins my sketchbook page for Inktober Day 16!

Today’s drawing is a chance to enjoy a simple, repeated shape without needing every petal to look the same. A little wonkiness is welcome here 😊

If you fancy a creative breather, watch the daisy come together or draw your own alongside me. 💛

What’s your favourite flower?

15/10/2026

A wee pumpkin for Inktober Day 15 🎃🖊️

My sketchbook page is looking increasingly autumnal! Today’s pumpkin joins the leaf, acorn and other little drawings already tucked into the collection 🍂

It’s lovely seeing how these small creative moments add up 😊

If you fancy a quiet break, watch this pumpkin come together or pick up a pen and join in. 💛

Would you draw a tall pumpkin, a round one or a tiny collection of them?

14/10/2026

A little shower of raindrops for Inktober Day 14 🌧️🖊️

There’s something satisfying about repeating a simple shape and seeing a little pattern emerge 😊

Today these ink raindrops join my growing collection of sketchbook drawings. You’re welcome to take a wee pause and watch, or draw along at your own pace. 💛

Do you enjoy the sound of rain when you’re feeling cosy indoors?

13/10/2026

A little heart for Inktober Day 13 💛🖊️

Today’s drawing comes with a wee reminder to be kind to yourself. Sometimes a few minutes doing something you enjoy can be a lovely place to start 😊

Another small addition to my sketchbook page, and another moment to pause and create.

You’re welcome to watch or draw your own little heart alongside me.

What’s one small thing you enjoy doing just for yourself?

12/10/2026

Taking things at a snail’s pace for Inktober Day 12 🐌🖊️

A wee snail joins my sketchbook page today! There’s something quite fitting about drawing this little creature while giving myself a moment to slow down 😊

A spiral, a few simple lines and another small drawing in the collection.

If your day has been busy, you’re welcome to pause here and watch it come together, or draw your own little snail alongside me. 💛
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What would you name this wee snail?

03/10/2026

A painting about the paths that bring us together 🎨

I’ve recently finished this commission, created as a gift for someone whose story connects Scotland, Tanzania and China.

My client and I worked together on the ideas until they felt just right. I began with a pencil sketch in my sketchbook, then transferred it to canvas and gradually brought all the little details to life, from the giraffe and sleeping panda to the places and symbols woven through the painting.

I loved making this one. It was fun, a little challenging at times, and such a joy to see the different parts come together. 🦒🐼

One of my favourite things about creating a personal painting is getting to tell a story that matters to someone. I hope this one makes its new owner smile. 💛

Which detail catches your eye first?

P.s. If you're interested in having a special painting done feel free to send me a DM or you can email me directly on: [email protected] ☺️

02/10/2026

A cute wee mug for Inktober Day 2 ☕🖊️

I got a little carried away drawing yesterday’s leaf, hence why its 10 minutes long. I enjoyed drawing it too much haha! Today’s mug took just two minutes, and I love how it turned out. 😊

That’s two little drawings on my sketchbook page now. I’m looking forward to seeing this collection grow throughout October, one gentle creative moment at a time.

If you fancy a wee pause, watch me draw or pick up a pen and join in here: https://youtube.com/shorts/e2ZQmwIUJMs?si=UdtLw2P5MRJ5cuED

01/10/2026

A little leaf to start a mindful October 🍂🖊️

I’m joining in with Inktober in my own gentle way this year, filling a sketchbook page with small, simple ink drawings inspired by nature and everyday things.

My first drawing is an autumn leaf! Each one is a chance to slow down, enjoy creating and take a little mindful pause. 💛

I’ll be filming and sharing my drawings throughout the month, so you can watch the page gradually fill up. You’re very welcome to draw along or simply enjoy a quiet moment watching.

No fancy materials or perfect drawings needed. Just a pen and a little curiosity. 😊

You can find it here: https://youtu.be/2hKNlvFDyrI?si=usW1AnWNwjRKBcIw

What’s your favourite simple thing to doodle? I’d love some ideas to add to my page!

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