Sarah Farooqi: Illustrating the Northeast in Maps and Memories

🎨✨ Welcome to the final episode of "Geordie Pride: Voices from the North East" for this season! 🎙️   Today, we are honoured to feature the immensely talented Sarah Farooqi. Born in the heart of Teesside and now painting from the picturesque landscapes of Northumberland, Sarah's journey from teaching to becoming a renowned artist and illustrator is truly inspiring.  Using watercolor as her medium of choice, Sarah breathes life into maps that transcend mere geography, capturing the essence of stories and hearts. In our chat, Sarah opens up about her artistic process, the beauty of creating personalised artwork that holds emotional significance, and the lessons of resilience and bravery that have shaped her path.  Join us as we delve into Sarah's inspirations, from the north east landscape to the influence of her 80-year-old mother, herself an artist preparing for an exhibition.   You can find her work across galleries throughout Newcastle and Northumberland, including Alnwick Garden, National Trust shops and the Morpeth Chantry.     Expect to hear about the intricacies and challenges of her craft, the detailed maps she's known for, and her candid reflections on the culture and friendliness of the North East. Sarah's story is one of connection—to place, to people, and to the North East community.  So grab your cuppa and join us for a heartwarming journey through Sarah's world, right here on "Geordie Pride: Voices from the North East." 🌟🎨    USEFUL LINKS:  Website: https://www.sarahfarooqi.co.uk/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarahFarooqiArt/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahfarooqiart/    Website: www.geordiepride.co.uk  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwqLKLmpFMu6E1lmVzcY2YA  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geordiepride/  Apply to be a guest/sponsor an episode: https://www.geordiepride.co.uk/apply  Email us with the reasons you love the North East of England for a shout out on the show! [email protected]