Books for Life
Sometimes my world view narrows to whatever I am fretting over, whatever chaffing frustration is eating me. One of the strategies I use to zoom out again is to read stories that are bigger than… Books for Life
Quiet Blessings – peaceful winter waterhole
Quiet Blessings My son ignored me when I suggested he go down the creek and throw rocks to let out his frustration. It was a day that took more than I had. Too restless to… Quiet Blessings – peaceful winter waterhole
The Final Flourish- Signing my work
Signing my work. I used to sign my pots “Amy Slack- Gayndah” in large swirly brushwork on the bottom. When I started potting again I thought I would do as most people do and have… The Final Flourish- Signing my work
Lenny – Generational Gifts
I remember my Grandad’s excitement. The gracefully draping Hakea tree in front of the local Bakery had flowered and set seed pods. Seeing Lenny’s triumph at finding a way to propagate a tree he admired… Lenny – Generational Gifts
Life Changing Lessons
Good teachers are life changing – at least in my life they are. I feel it’s about the encouragement yes. But a truly life changing teacher somehow has the ability to kick your ass when… Life Changing Lessons
Little Things
It has been a very tough few weeks. While I wait for my troubles to find solutions I turn to work. It’s a way to channel my thoughts away from what I am stuck on.… Little Things
Regional Art Galleries
Manned largely by volunteers and often remote from larger centres I am surprised by the quality of exhibitions available in my local galleries. I would like to put in a little tribute to the contribution… Regional Art Galleries
Betty Edwards “Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain”
I have been searching for ways to improve my drawing and competently express the stories I see around me. Being limited to painstakingly replicating reference photos annoys me. Betty Edwards book ‘Drawing on the right… Betty Edwards “Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain”
The Best Cuppa
Many years ago I attended a workshop taught by Canadian potter Robin Hopper. He was an artist who gave a lot of thought to the design and function of his pots. I remember Robin holding… The Best Cuppa
Favourite Music
Music has been my friend through every phase of my life. My kids don’t know that most Mums play wiggles songs in the car instead of AC/DC and Paul Kelly. My art leans on music… Favourite Music
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