About

About Us

Once upon a time there was a magical world called 'Childhood'...but blink and it would vanish...

Hi, I’m Col!

I’m Mum to Jagger and Sonny, and for 12 years, I’ve been a portrait artist, bringing over 3,000 cherished memories to life. But it doesn’t stop with portraits...

Through snail mail and fairy fun products, I help families create magical, memory-filled moments at home.

Little people are my jam!

Before ONE SONNY DAY, I spent 15 years as an early years teacher and 4 years as a children’s entertainer, clown, and magician.

Painting children's portraits is my way to unwind, but the emotional demands of my angel portraits often left me feeling burnt out.

So, I started painting just for fun… and that’s when my fairy friends appeared- full of personality, charm, and magic.

I wasn’t interested in painting fairies for just decoration – my goal was to use my teaching background to create art that fuels imagination, creativity, and a love for play.

Meticulously handmade to last a lifetime...

In an era of generic digital art, AI and mass production, I like to take the path less travelled- everything is lovingly made by my hands.

Each piece is hand painted using watercolours, pencils and splashings of pastel. Each artwork, full of symbolism and intricate detail.

Paper products are hand embossed- an aged old printing technique dating back to the 1400's. I emboss (or press) precious pieces of European antique lace into luxurious French paper- a truly exquisite marriage of textures.

Created to inspire, delight and treasure...

Since 2013, ONE SONNY DAY has been all about celebrating childhood magic and timeless craftsmanship. From portraits to fairy fun, every piece bursting with nostalgia, joy, and wonder. I hope you find something here that warms your heart, like a perfect sunny day.

With magic and fairydust,

~ Col x

Why fairies?

Fairies remind me of the magic of my own childhood..

But they are also perfect little messengers – inspiring magic, hope,
and imagination. They remind us to slow down, dream big, and care deeply for
the world and everyone around us.