A Splash of Colour

I was inspired to paint this when I caught a lovely photo of my vibrant granddaughter in a thoughtful moment. There is so much sparkle in her. I have called it “Golden Threads” which are those which are tied to my heart. I believe in auras – feelings, not something that is easy to define.…

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Success at Art Unlimited Dunedoo

I received a wonderful call from Norma at the Art Unlimited exhibition – “Dawn Guardian” had sold. On top of that it was awarded the ‘Janace Holmes Memorial Award’. This is the second time my work has received the award. I feel very blessed.

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New Addition to my Dawn Series of Kookaburra Art

One of the fascinating things I see in the material I select for my art, is the variations of colour depending on time of day, how the light falls and what moisture is about. The gum trees in my garden are a constant source of delight. I photograph and sketch them regularly and every day…

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The Cliffs of Moher – Acrylic Art

Some years ago, Mike and I had the absolute fortune to travel in Ireland. It was as wonderful as we had heard and hoped to experience. One of the many outstanding places we visited were the ancient Cliffs of Moher. Its mystical beauty was something we will never forget. The brilliant emerald green grasses atop…

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The Joy of Rainbows

Gregarious and excitable, these incredibly beautiful, cheeky lorikeets dance through the flowering trees in my backyard. Many find their noisy capers deafening but I find they bring an uplifting energy which flows in and out of one’s very being. They make me laugh. Their speed and antics are entrancing and their colours are dynamic. They…

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Gotta Love Tawney Frogmouths.

Tawney Frogmouths, for me, are some of the loveliest, most inquisitive and quirky birds.  As my followers know, I paint a lot of them in so many ways.  They are enchanting. Lately I have found that the birds I love look awesome on black gessoed canvas and lend themselves well to be portrayed as miniatures. …

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Survivor

“Survivor” – Acrylic on stretched canvas.  I am thrilled that this work will soon be heading to its new home in Nth Sydney.  The client has been back a number of times, and while purchasing other works, decided it was to go home with her.  She and her partner are both survivors, and it connected…

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The Magic of Kingfishers

“Whispers” –  painted in acrylic.  I am thrilled with the framing by “Southern Framing” in Kirrawee. This artwork is off to its new home on the South Coast of NSW.  I do love kingfishers. They are extraordinarily beautiful birds.  I have spent many hours watching the many Australian varieties in their natural habitats.  These ever…

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Christmas Exhibition – Oatley 101 Society of Artists Celebrates

After a year of COVID, artists have a big range of new art available for art lovers and collectors.  Online viewing is convenient but there is nothing better than to visit an exhibition to fully appreciate the value and connectivity of wonderful art. Oatley 101 does it soooo well. Brilliant screen lighting highlights high quality…

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