In 2026 I will be part of a joint exhibition at Surat on Balonne Art Gallery. The other artists in the show, Kathy Ellem and Catherine Clark Dowden, both have a lot more brush miles… The serenity of pelicans on the Balonne
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… Let the kids be in it
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
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
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 Stories behind the paintings January ‘ The Juggle Is Real’ – Winner People’s Choice and Packers prize 2023 South Burnett Regional Council October Art Comp. I felt straight away that I wanted to paint… Amy Wood – 2025 Calendar
I am back in the game 😊 My pottery kiln is installed and I have actually made and fired some pots. I am excited about making the decoration part of the pot as I create… Back in the Game
Auntie Amy! Auntie Amy! Look at my painting Auntie Amy! As I look down at the masterpiece my 3 year old niece Annie is waving under my nose, I search my brain for a response.… Muster Mum
These zinnias have popped up everywhere and are gracing my five acres with their sunshiny presence. I was so excited that they hung around until I finally had time and lovely weather to sit right… Little Bright Spots
Sometimes I have serious important work to do. Demanding intense well paid work. And sometimes I glance aside and escape through my home office window. This month it has been soft and grey and rainy… A room with a view