In Australia the 25th April is ANZAC Day – it is a time to remember those who died, fought and supported those who fought in wars and conflicts. It is not a time to celebrate war but to remember the contributions of many who found themselves going into war or conflict to defend their country.... Continue Reading →
I have a lovely friend - Sharon - who I grew up with in Loftus, Sydney. We lived across the road from each other and spent most days playing, riding bikes, building cubby houses and exploring the bushland. It was back in the 1960's and 70's when kids seemed to roam freely and widely &... Continue Reading →
A good few years ago I planted a couple of Proiphys cunninghamii -- - Brisbane or Moreton Bay Lillies. I bought them from a wonderful Australian plant nursery we used to have here just outside Lismore. Unfortunately the plant nursery is gone but my lilies are thriving. The horticulturalist who sold them to me said... Continue Reading →
I have been taking photographs since a teenager majoring in high school in both drawing and black and white photography. When I went to Art College (COFA - College of FIne Arts - University of NSW) Photography was one of my minor subjects with my Major combined study being drawing and Relief/linocut printmaking. For many... Continue Reading →
Last year I was fortunate enough to be able to take some time out managing about 3 weeks on the NSW South Coast. It was lovely spending some time with my relatives and really special. I loved walking everyday exploring the beach that was right opposite where I was staying and going to sleep each... Continue Reading →
Winter days this year on Northern NSW, have been oscillating between rain, and lots of it, and the most brilliant warm sunshine days. Temperature ranges in Winter for the locals mean that below 18c is a COLD day and 14c is FREEZING!! Out and about today ('Son3's Taxi Service') came across some Corymbia ptychocarpa... Continue Reading →
Wildflowerings - Art Studio Diary 