Artist’s Blog
Insights, painting techniques and news from my Blue Mountains studio
A Beauty That Catches - Poetry, Painting and a Father's Love
Love and beauty can 'catch' us, whether in word, deed or image. Tony Brennan's poem of the love of a father deeply affected and inspired me.
Love Yourself by Loving Art That Loves You Back
What is important is to believe that what you like in art, what you love, is good for you.
Creating Safety to Mess Up
I try to create safety for mistakes with all works in progress, in painting and with people...
Tragedy Necessitates Art
Tragic events happen all the time in our world. As an artist what can or should I do?
Musings from London
As I stood in London's Victoria and Albert Museum, I witnessed a touching moment between a father and daughter.
The Marks of Love
Love can infuse everything we do, like a delightful aroma. This painting expresses tenderness and passion, reflecting the deep connection I experience in love.
Taking the Plunge
My 8 year old daughter recently reminded me how gutsy it is to strive for results and that reaching them isn't the most important outcome.
Inspiration and "The Abyss of Doom"
Do you, like me, sometimes wonder what will inspire you to keep working and following your passions?
A Blank Canvas
Like a protective mother, I nurture and love a new painting, till it matures and can stand alone.
Real Success
What is real success as an artist and how is it measured? My child reminds me that success is about love and family.
The Nuance of Titles
Choosing a title is often the last part of creating a work. Read what some of my loyal blog readers titled this work and why.
The Thrill of Risking Change
Changing working methods can be uncomfortable, but mostly it's exciting and challenging!
Born Lucky
I’m lucky to live in this lucky country, but more lucky than some… to the mainstream I’m an invisible immigrant.
Painting, Sensuality & Intimacy
Painting is essentially a sensual experience. Like intimacy, creativity requires passion, focus, sustained effort and tenderness.
Freewheeling to Joy
What do we gain when we give up our preconceived plans and goals, to freewheel into being present and curious?
Creating Art & Life in the Danger Zone
Creating art and a rich life involves exposing myself to the possibility of experiencing pain and loss as well as joy. Do you construct a fortress to safeguard your heart, or live courageously in the danger zone?
A Mysterious Alchemy
As I paint, so I am made whole, brought into my truth, my essential self. The pain doesn’t disappear or get masked by a panacea; rather it is given expression, allowed to just be.