Valerie's Journal

Aspirational versus delusional

Aspirational versus delusional

Being an artist is a continual learning curve for me. When we all went into lockdown I decided to try to make the most of it. Without the need to...

Aspirational versus delusional

Being an artist is a continual learning curve for me. When we all went into lockdown I decided to try to make the most of it. Without the need to...

Skies Clearing - original artwork by Valerie Khoo

How saying ‘yes’ can lead to your next chapter

A few weeks ago, I was interviewed on The Wabi Sabi series podcast, hosted by Michelle Cox on “Finding your genius”. Michelle actually invited me on to her podcast quite...

How saying ‘yes’ can lead to your next chapter

A few weeks ago, I was interviewed on The Wabi Sabi series podcast, hosted by Michelle Cox on “Finding your genius”. Michelle actually invited me on to her podcast quite...

Afterglow - Original artwork by Valerie Khoo

Enjoyment vs Strategy

When you're a creative, you can be torn between what you think you should be doing because it's a good strategic move and what you actually feel called to create.

Enjoyment vs Strategy

When you're a creative, you can be torn between what you think you should be doing because it's a good strategic move and what you actually feel called to create.

How to get clarity when all you can see is creative chaos

How to get clarity when all you can see is crea...

When you’re a creative, you might often crave clarity on your creative pursuits. For example: What should I write next in my story? Where should I focus my efforts? What...

How to get clarity when all you can see is crea...

When you’re a creative, you might often crave clarity on your creative pursuits. For example: What should I write next in my story? Where should I focus my efforts? What...

How to boost your creativity and productivity

How to boost your creativity and productivity

A while back, I visited an office where I was considering subleasing a space. It was stark, grey and devoid of any art. I knew straight away that it wouldn’t...

How to boost your creativity and productivity

A while back, I visited an office where I was considering subleasing a space. It was stark, grey and devoid of any art. I knew straight away that it wouldn’t...

New range of lifestyle products with Artshine Playground

New range of lifestyle products with Artshine P...

I’m so excited to announce a collaboration with Artshine Playground who are offering a range of gorgeous lifestyle products featuring my artwork. From totes and wallets to backpacks and pencil...

New range of lifestyle products with Artshine P...

I’m so excited to announce a collaboration with Artshine Playground who are offering a range of gorgeous lifestyle products featuring my artwork. From totes and wallets to backpacks and pencil...