Horses have always been a favourite subject to paint. Growing up around them and, in the past, riding and owning a few, it seems that they are my go to animal to try and capture through art. This art piece recently won the Oil/acrylic section of the Wondai Regional Council Art Competition

It seems sometimes things may take a long time but the outcome can be so worth it. This sculpture was made over four years ago and became the property of the South Burnett Regional Council Art Collection after winning an acquisitive art prize. Even though it was an honour to win, it seemed that the sculpture may never be properly appreciated. They started in storage and a few other places but now they have finally made it to their permanent home in the small country town of Proston. The setting has been a joint collaboration with the Proston Community and the Local council. They have done such a wonderful job and the setting was far more than envisaged when they were first made.

Sometimes you are in the right place at the right time. Meeting Joel Fergie aka ‘The Zookeeper’ who was in town painting a mural, turned out to be quite the adventure. Such a lovely person and willing to share his knowledge. Helping on the mural consisted of doing some base coats for his beautiful piece and gaining lots of insightful information. Working lower to the ground suited and a brush was way more comfortable than a spray can. So blessed to have been given the opportunity. Thankyou Joel.

Celebrating harmony day was theme for these six panels. Approached by local council, the objective was to design six panels for the public to paint on and then they would go on to be displayed. The panels represented that we all come in different shapes and sizes. They were depicted in different scenarios. the one below for example is of a farm.