Let the kids be in it
There is something about collaborating with children that I find a lot of fun. I think it’s their enthusiasm and engagement. This video is of painting a backdrop for my sister with her children and…
Mind Blown- women painters paving the way
I didn’t know I needed female heroes until I found some. These days I live in the bush. The city is a place I visit for my son’s medical appointments. I am usually to exhausted…
Delicious go to recipe for biccies
I am a huge believer in comfort food. I am only skinny when I am really stressed so skinny is not something I aspire to – comfort is! My mother and sister effortlessly throw together…
My house isn’t clean
The last couple of days I have felt pretty flat and been cracking the sads. This morning I realized its mostly just frustration and impatience. My life isn’t moving as fast towards my goals as…
The satisfaction of growing my own food
Growing my own food is always a thrill. My garden is often beset by lack of rain and surplus of grubs. When it produces something I can eat, even just spinach, I enjoy cooking and…
Pottery
“Butterfly Bliss” Handmade Stoneware “Dragon Fly” Handmade Stoneware “Zinnia Blue” Handmade Stoneware “The Depths” Handmade Stoneware “Seagulls” Once Fired Stoneware “Interwoven” Bowl- Once Fired Stoneware “Grevillea Blue” Once Fired Stoneware “Blue Twist” Once Fired Stoneware
Paintings
“Little Bright Spots” Winner – Goondiwindi Aspects Art Show Aquisiton Award $1650 2025 Acrylic on Canvas 1250x950cm “Gathering Storm” Winner – Goondiwindi Aspects Art Show Allen’s Pharmacy Acquisition Award 2026 Acrylic on canvas 950×1250 cm…
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…
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…
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…