Welcome! Thanks for stopping by.
I like to make stuff (with paint and words). Every dayโฆ if I can. I put many of my paintings into a gallery over here.
I used to do a whole lot of Very Serious Things.
But a few years ago I came to my senses and remembered that life is supposed to be fun.
For me, creative expression is fun.
So I create something every day.
Each day is what we make it.
โHow we spend our lives is, of course how we spend our days.โ
Creating something daily is a way of reminding myself to consciously choose the activities that fill the spaces in my day.
Painting, drawing and writing about the world around me helps me notice and appreciate the little things that make our lives wonderful.
My favourite is watercolour. Painting with watercolour is the perfect way to relax and unwind. I believe it is like meditation for people who donโt like meditating.
I love the simplicity of watercolour with its quick set up and clean up.
I also love its unpredictability.
But what I love most is sharing the joy of watercolour with other creative souls.
If you fancy trying your hand at watercolour but are wondering what you actually need to get started I have a Beginnerโs Guide to Watercolour Supplies that might just be exactly what you are looking for.
Itโs completely free, and it includes a video course.
So why not jump in and find out exactly which supplies you need (and which ones you donโt)?
Nice to 'meet' you
If you prefer that we be a little more than just strangers on the internet here are a few random things you might want to know about me:
I really donโt like writing bios
I love making lists
I live in Melbourne
I love picture books and childrenโs tv
I play the ukulele
I have been an auditor, a group accountant, a university lecturer and a fitness instructor but my best job of all is being a mum
I canโt bear liquorice โ not even the smell
I have a PhD in Financial Accounting
the best things I have ever created are my beautiful twins
art soothes me and helps me make sense of the world
So what about you?
What inspires you?
Want to tell me about it? Click here - I'd love to hear from you...