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…
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…
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…
Amy Wood – 2025 Calendar
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…
Back in the Game
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…
Muster Mum
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.…
Little Bright Spots
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…
A room with a view
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…
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