My Journal

Planning a dollhouse renovation

Planning a dollhouse renovation

This week I started planning the renovation of the dollhouse I found on an artist date. This planning involved drawing an elevation of dollhouse's front exterior wall. For the elevation, I was inspired by Australian colonial architecture, in particular, the Georgian...

A New Creative Project

A New Creative Project

This week I started a new creative project. I took an adventure, inspired to explore mushrooms in my local neighbourhood. My interest was sparked by Long Litt Woon's book, The Way Through The Woods. I'm a novice and have been learning about the different species,...

Building worlds with miniatures

Building worlds with miniatures

During the pandemic, I discovered a quirky and fun way to help me build worlds and create story threads and this involves making and playing with miniatures. On a morning walk during lockdown, I found a plastic wombat figurine on the side of road. I took the wombat...

Month of May Art Challenge and Mother’s Day Reflection

Month of May Art Challenge and Mother’s Day Reflection

This week I have been participating in the Month of May art challenge. In my vlog below, I share my first ink drawing for the challenge as well as another ink drawing inspired by my mum. I reflect on Mother's Day and also my relationship with Pachamama, who helped me...

Creating Characters Through Play

Creating Characters Through Play

This week I have been enjoying creating characters through play. In the vlog below, I share some insights into my process. I also open my current journal and share my latest sketches. How do you create characters? I'd love you to share with me below.  ...

Following butterflies

Following butterflies

It is early Autumn here  Around this time of year, I often encounter and follow butterflies. Butterflies, along with cicadas, have always fascinated me. Now, thanks to an art challenge, hosted by Sue Field and Kate Hicks, I am inspired to journal about them. During...

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