Time to Make Memories is a heartfelt and gently uplifting limited edition artwork by much-loved British artist Sam Toft, whose distinctive characters and whimsical storytelling have made her one of the UK's most recognisable contemporary illustrators. Known for her warm narratives and instantly identifiable "wonky" mixed-media style, Toft has a remarkable ability to turn quiet, everyday moments into scenes filled with tenderness, humour, and nostalgic charm. Time to Make Memories is a beautiful example of her gift for capturing life's small but meaningful pleasures - the simple acts that become treasured memories.
In this limited edition giclée print on textured paper, Toft depicts a serene and intimate moment shared between Mr. Ernest Hemingway Mustard, his wife, and their faithful dog, Doris. With their backs turned to the viewer, the trio walk hand in hand along a peaceful path, embraced by trees adorned with soft pink blossoms. The palette is warm and gentle, dominated by blush tones and subtle sunlit hues that evoke the promise of a calm spring afternoon. The composition feels quietly cinematic - a snapshot of a shared journey, full of affection and the comforting rhythm of companionship.
Toft's mixed-media technique is central to the artwork's appeal. Using her distinctive combination of oil pastels, inks, and pencil, she builds expressive layers that create a textured, tactile finish. Her lines are characteristically loose and sketch-like, imbuing the scene with movement and personality. This giclée edition is produced to archival standards, faithfully preserving the depth, softness, and subtle tonal variations of the original piece. Every nuance - from the delicate curve of the path to the sway of Doris's gentle stride - is reproduced with exceptional clarity.
Presented framed in a stepped solid wood cream frame with a soft matte finish, the artwork is given a refined and elegant presence on the wall. The frame's understated profile allows the warmth and intimacy of the image to shine, creating a beautifully balanced final presentation that suits both contemporary and traditional interiors.
Time to Make Memories is exemplary of Sam Toft's wider body of work, which draws inspiration from British coastal living, nostalgic storytelling, and the small joys of everyday companionship. Often featuring her much-loved characters - Mr. Mustard, Violet, and of course, little Doris - her pieces are infused with gentle humour, emotional warmth, and a quiet poetic quality that resonates with viewers of all ages. This artwork, with its soft blossoms, warm palette, and affectionate trio, speaks to the universal value of slowing down and savouring life's simple, shared experiences.
For collectors, this piece represents a tender and timeless addition to any Sam Toft collection. For those new to her work, it offers an ideal introduction to her heartfelt, whimsical world - a world that celebrates love, companionship, and the beauty of ordinary moments made extraordinary simply by sharing them with the ones we hold dear.
Edition Size: 395 - Hand signed by the artist
Medium: Limited Edition Giclée Print on Textured Paper
Image Size: 19.5 x 19.5 cm (approx.)
Framed Size: 39 x 40.5 cm (approx.)
Frame: Stepped solid wood cream frame with soft matte finish
Includes: Certificate of Authenticity
Time to Make Memories is a tender celebration of companionship, nostalgia, and life's small, meaningful adventures - a beautifully uplifting work that will bring warmth and quiet joy to any home.
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