Next up in our Artists In Focus blog series is the super-talented puzzle artist Tracy Hall! This new series explores the creative process of how our art jigsaw puzzles are painted and illustrated, from the initial concept to the finished masterpiece. Jigsaw puzzle artists have a remarkable ability to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary, allowing puzzlers to become completely absorbed in the intricately detailed scenes they create.
Tracy Hall’s artful puzzles range from serene landscapes to woodland wildlife and precious family traditions. All of Tracy’s artistic jigsaw puzzles have been illustrated with exceptional attention to detail to ensure a truly immersive and rewarding puzzle-solving experience.
Jigsaw Puzzle Artists: Tracy Hall Q&A
Get to know Tracy Hall, a talented puzzle art expert who has painted 80+ artful jigsaw puzzles throughout her time with The House of Puzzles.
Why did you want to become an artist?
I’ve been drawing and painting ever since I could hold a pencil. It’s always been my passion. My father was an art teacher and potter, and I always had lots of encouragement while I was growing up.
What style of art do you specialise in?
I paint everything from flowers and wildlife to interiors and scenes of country life. I work in watercolour, both transparent and opaque, which is an incredibly versatile medium. I work from life, photographs, and imagination; more often than not, all three in the same piece.
The joy for me lies in the fine details, no matter if I am working on a larger painting or a miniature. My job is a privilege and a constant learning curve - whatever the subject.
What do you draw inspiration from artistically?
Everything.
What’s your creative process when designing a new puzzle?
Turning words into pictures. I try to include as many details and little things as possible to make the puzzle interesting to complete.
What do you love most about illustrating puzzles?
The challenge and variety.
Alongside puzzles, what else do you enjoy creating?
I also paint award-winning miniature paintings and exhibit regularly in the UK and abroad.
How do you spend your free time?
When I’m not working, I love knitting, enjoying the garden, and walking with our mad spaniel.
Artists In Focus Series
To learn more about how our artistic puzzles are illustrated and designed, follow our Artists In Focus blog series. Here, we’ll catch up with all of the talented jigsaw puzzle artists who create the stunning scenes The House of Puzzles’ is renowned for.