If I’m ever struggling for inspiration, I find the best way to push through is to find myself a project that is so large and absorbing, that I can’t help but think about painting instead. While at Amitie the other night I bought some beautiful fabric to make myself a skirt or two,  and have [...]

Me - today, still to have a shower….. I hate that - dropping my son off at school in a rush, and coming back feeling all grubby.  That’s one of the things that will have to change in the near future I think.  A shower every second day would save water - but it feels [...]

The nature of our friendship - oil and wax on linen, 2007
A new work, that will go into the Ripponlea Art Auction in a few weeks.  I’m pleased with this one.  It’s not huge - 60cm square.
Friendship is a strange and wonderful thing.  The best friends are ones you can pick up easily with after [...]

I’m not going to complain because I know I’m not alone.  I’m certainly not alone in my house anyway…… grumpy, congested kids anyone?
So I thought I’d share our family cold-chaser soup recipe.  The quantities are not exact - I never measure anything exactly - just throw it in and hope for the best, tasting at [...]

George was sick of being told by stupid mechanics that his car was a lemon….
My submission to illustration friday.  I actually had this idea last week for ‘citrus’ and never got to it - so when car came up this week, I figured it must be fate.

Last night I had the pleasure of meeting 12 crafty ladies, organised by the lovely Nichola & Justine (over at Nikkishell and 62 Cherry) at Amitie - a truly magnificent fabric store. All were Melbourne bloggers, (most with a craft focus) and it was very inspiring to be surrounded by such talented and [...]

Dare to be joyful - Oil on Linen, 2007
Finished the above work yesterday. It’s quite a contrast to the work I was doing 6 months ago.  That was all dark and colourful.  I’ve moved to the lighter side and for now it’s all good.  Hopefully it’s still vibrant.
Feeling much more comfortable with the oils as [...]

Tweed Valley abstract by Nat Hiller
I do love art, and having things around me that make me feel happy.  I also believe when I’m blessed by someone buying a work of mine, I should put some good kharma back into the world by making an art purchase every so often as well.  It’s hopefully win/win.  [...]

Me - today……. oh the hair……… That’s the good thing about getting older - you care less about that sort of stuff.  When I was 19 I would have locked myself away so I didn’t offend anyone.  These days it’s completely your problem
Today I’m looking forward to going out for a girls lunch [...]

And here’s the great irony - I’m late in submitting this to Illustration Friday, because my new approach to life has meant I’ve tried to enjoy every little thing as it happens.
Will this make life more stressful?  I’ll let you know.