Iryna Haslam was born and brought up in a beautiful part of West Ukraine. Memories from her youth are full of colourful images of flowers, blossoming trees, domestic animals and birds; the richness of colour and local scenes are themes that often return to in her work, though now it is Stamford and the English countryside that inspires her.

She loves experimenting with different techniques and media, but has always had a very special relationship with watercolour. The character of watercolour allows for a wonderful blending of spontaneity and control. Experimenting with colour, she evokes a certain mood and swing perception between reality and a dream. Irynas sources of inspiration are sensuous flowers, eye-catching landscapes and beautiful buildings.

After graduating in Art and Education, and later moving to Thailand, Iryna now has made her home in a beautiful part of the UK. The English Spring Collection is full of her excitement at experiencing the magic of spring in Britain, and delight in discovering stunning Stamford.