The TranquilHive Story

I explore themes of nature and life, expressed through flowers, celebrating the beauty of nature and inviting a sense of connection, contemplation, and joy.

Bonny Jennings painting a botanical artwork. A moment of focused creativity, surrounded by brushes, watercolours, and inspiration—bringing beauty into the everyday

For many years, I’ve run my own communications company, working with international clients. I have also worked for the NHS and the University of Oxford. The work is rewarding, but extremely demanding. It has led me on a path to find a calmer way of being - a way to slow down and rediscover myself amidst the busyness of life and revive my creative practice.

It’s been a journey of growth, learning to accept the passing of time, navigating midlife, and seeking joy, as well as helping others on the same journey. I’m delighted to work as an artist sharing my work with others.

Bonny Jennings, founder of Tranquil Hive, sitting on a tree trunk in a green forest. Capturing a moment of calm and connection to nature—reflecting the brand’s ethos: rooted in story, created for the intentional

From my studio in Oxford, I create abstract and botanical watercolours and mixed media art, exploring marks, colours and intricate, detailed patterns that blend my maximalist style with my love of magic realism in art. These works are carefully curated to cultivate calm, reflection, and resilience.

I was born in South Africa, and lean into that heritage. I love the history of the UK and I escape into the stories of the middle ages and the Tudors for the ancient woods near our home.

All of these factors leave their tell tale signs in my work.

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  • Proteas: Roots and Resilience

    Proteas: Roots and Resilience

    Proteas symbolise resilience and transformation, thriving in South Africa’s wild landscapes, blooming even after ravaging fire, in fact dependent on it. Their beauty and endurance inspire my latest collection, representing...

    Proteas: Roots and Resilience

    Proteas symbolise resilience and transformation, thriving in South Africa’s wild landscapes, blooming even after ravaging fire, in fact dependent on it. Their beauty and endurance inspire my latest collection, representing...

  • Let's paint a peace dove

    Let's paint a peace dove

    I'm delighted to be share this holding a space for peace project with you. If you would feel more confident download the drawing I've made. You can trace it. I...

    Let's paint a peace dove

    I'm delighted to be share this holding a space for peace project with you. If you would feel more confident download the drawing I've made. You can trace it. I...

  • Bright abstract and fun watercolour accompanying the words ‘ You are beautiful like a Rainbow

    Sparkly nails and encouraging each other to age...

    A story of solidarity across generations: How I met a woman with sparkly nail polish on a train and why it’s important to resist society’s attempts to dampen our spirits....

    Sparkly nails and encouraging each other to age...

    A story of solidarity across generations: How I met a woman with sparkly nail polish on a train and why it’s important to resist society’s attempts to dampen our spirits....

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