This Summer I will be participating in the exhibition ‘Summertime an’ the Livin’ is Easy...’ at Red Poles Gallery, McLaren Vale. I will be exhibiting alongside a handful of other artists, showcasing some new linocut prints of native animals and foliage.
Open Studio and Print Sale
I am so excited to be hosting another Open Studio and Print Sale this year! For this event I will open my studio doors (located in Adelaide, South Australia) and will have a number of new linocut prints for sale, as well as Christmas and greeting cards, gift tags and tea towels.
Date: Sunday 5th November
Where: 68 Eighth Ave, St Peters
When: 10am - 4pm
Special discount prices apply, so drop in between 10am and 4pm to grab a bargain - I would love to see you there!
Upcoming SALA Exhibitions
This year I will be participating in not one, but TWO SALA events! SALA (South Australian Living Artists Festival) is an annual event held here in SA, and showcases the incredible talent of local artists in an exhibition bonanza over the month of August.
The first event I am involved in is in Kangaroo Island and features artworks from over 20 talented artists, revolving around the theme of insectivores. In this exhibition I have three new linocuts. If you’re lucky enough to visit KI, you can view them at Fine Art Gallery (details below), with the launch being held on Sunday August 20. More information can be found HERE
HOW DO WE LOVE THEE? LET US COUNT THE WAYS… KI INSECTIVORES
20 August – 2 October 2023
Fine Art Gallery 10 – 5pm, Wed to Saturday
Upon the conclusion of the exhibition, all of my new works will be available for sale on my website.
The second event I am involved in is a live art show, where I will be creating art in situ in Walkerville. There will also be a number of other artists spread out around the suburb, demonstrating how they work using different media. I will be busily painting a new linocut artwork in Crawford Reserve, so do drop by and have a look! More info can be found HERE
WALKERVILLE COMES ALIVE
13th August 2023, 10am - 2pm
Various locations in the Town of Walkerville, SA
Karoonda Silo Projection Art
The silos at Karoonda during the day, with beautiful art by Australian street artist Heesco
Approximately this time last year I was excited for the opportunity to have my artwork projected onto the silos at Karoonda! Karoonda is a tiny little country town in South Australia, and I was able to visit and take some snaps while my work was showing. Every month a different artist is showcased in a changing display of South Australian talent - a modern twist on the increasingly popular medium of silo art, which can be seen around the country. I highly recommend having a look and seeing who will be showcasing next! You can find out a little more HERE
Thanks Karoonda for having me!
A gift for Quentin Blake!
Last year a friend of Quentin Blake’s (yes, THE Quentin Blake!) came up with the brilliant idea of getting 90 Australian artists to create a work each to put into a bound volume for Quentin's 90th birthday present. I was extremely flattered to be asked as one of the 90 artists to contribute a work.
As he was one of my idols growing up (Mrs. Armitage, anyone?) I of course jumped at the chance! The theme being 'birds", I was doubly invested and this little hand coloured linocut was created. The tiny size constraints were a challenge, but I really wanted to showcase our beautiful native New Holland honeyeater and stunning kangaroo paw plant for a true Aussie touch.
I feel so honoured to be included in the book, and the fact I could add a personal message too was pretty special!
I took the time to make a full edition of the work, so the remainder of the edition can be found in my online shop :)
DreamBIG Children's Festival
Exhibition // On My 50th Birthday
This year I was delighted to be invited to take part as an Artist in Residence in the DreamBIG Children’s Festival, along with fellow artist Mali Isabel. After visiting a number of schools and conducting workshops, the culmination of the work created can be seen at The Galleries in the Festival Theatre Foyer. As the Adelaide Festival Centre is turning 50 this year, the exhibition features bright and colourful artworks by children responding to the theme of what the world will look like when they themselves are 50!
Exhibition: On My 50th Birthday Exhibition
Where: The Galleries, Festival Theatre Foyer
When: 12 - 26 May, 2023
Opening hours: 10am - 3pm daily
More information HERE
DreamBIG Big Family Weekend
I will also be at the DreamBIG’s Big Family Weekend this Saturday and Sunday, with some fun art activities for children. Do come along as there will be stacks of fabulous events including performances, exhibitions, food trucks, installations and more!
Where: Adelaide Festival Centre
When: 20 - 21 May
Opening hours: 10am - 3.30pm
More information HERE
Manton Makers Market
I am excited to be a part of the Manton Makers Market this year, where I will be selling hand printed greeting cards, Christmas cards, gift tags, hand printed tea towels and limited edition linocut prints - perfect for Christmas gifts!
There will also be many other wonderful artists and stalls, including a range of ceramics, jewellery, art and homewares. Drop past to discover the excellent wares that South Australian makers have to offer!
Date: THIS SUNDAY 4th December
Where: 6 Manton St, Hindmarsh, SA
When: 10am - 3pm
I hope to see you there!
Open Studio and Print Sale
After a several year hiatus, I am so excited to be hosting another Open Studio and Print Sale! For this event I will open my studio doors (located in Adelaide, South Australia) and will have a number of new linocut prints for sale, as well as Christmas and greeting cards, gift tags and tea towels.
. Date: Sunday 6th November
Where: 68 Eighth Ave, St Peters
When: 10am - 4pm
Special discount prices apply, so drop in anytime to grab a bargain- I would love to see you there!
Exhibition Opening for "IV Voyages: The Odyssey Revisited"
I am very excited to be a part of The IV Print Collective’s latest exhibition, IV Voyages: The Odyssey Revisited.
Investigating ancient Greek myths and stories, the four artists (Angelica Harris-Faull, Nicola Rowlands, Hanah Williams and I) navigate themes of journey, self-discovery and the representation of women.
Please join me for the official launch this Saturday, with opening speaker Sandra Starkey Simon of Magpiesouth Studio, and refreshments by Hugo Wines.
When: Saturday, 1st February, 1:30pm – 4:00pm
Where: Sauerbier House, 21 Wearing St, Port Noarlunga, Adelaide
The exhibition is also open from Wednesday to Friday 10am - 4pm, and Saturday 1pm - 4pm, until the 14th of March.
Hope to see you there!
Upcoming Lino Printing Workshop at Enough Studio
Have you ever wanted to learn how lino printing works but not sure where to start? Would you like to have the opportunity to create your own greeting cards or personalised artwork using this age-old technique?
I have the pleasure of hosting an introductory workshop for Lino Printing at the beautiful venue of Enough Studio in December. You will learn how to design, carve and print a linocut by hand, and take home a set of prints and the knowledge to continue creating art at home. Bring a friend and receive a discount!
To book in, click HERE
When: Sunday 8 December 2019
Time: 2pm - 5pm
Where: Enough Studio, 298-300 Unley Rd, Hyde Park, SA
Open Studio Christmas Sale
It’s that time of year again! Join me on Saturday the 16th of November for an Open Studio Christmas Sale!
Date: Saturday 16th November
Where: 68 Eighth Ave, St Peters
When: 2 - 6pm
There will be Christmas and greeting cards, gift tags, tea towels and limited edition lino prints for sale, so drop in anytime to grab a bargain!
Gallery M Open Contemporary Art Prize
I am excited to have been selected as a finalist in the Gallery M Open Contemporary Art Prize!
Please join me for the opening event on the evening of the 10th of August, at Gallery M 287 Diagonal Rd, Oaklands Park SA.
Can't make it to the opening? The gallery is open 7 days a week from 10am - 4pm (Sunday hours are 1pm - 4 pm), and the exhibition runs until the 2nd of September.
My selected work is a linocut involving fire, symbols and mythology. I hope to see you there!
Open Studio Christmas Sale
Join me on Saturday 11th of November for an Open Studio Christmas Sale!
Date: 11th November
Where: 68 Eighth Ave, St Peters
When: 2 - 6 pm
There will be limited edition linocut prints for sale, plus greeting cards, Christmas cards and hand printed tea towels - perfect for Christmas gifts!
Call in anytime between 2 - 6 pm and grab a bargain! Friends and family welcome.
Another SALA at Red Poles Gallery
As we make our way towards August here in South Australia it can only mean one thing: another SALA festival is on the horizon! I am pleased to be a part of the exhibition Creatures Real and Imagined down at Red Poles Gallery in McClaren Vale. I have three works in the exhibition, along with 17 other artists. My linocuts can be purchased separately or as a set.
Please pop by for some great art and wine!
When: 5th August - 24th Septmber
Opening event: 5th August, 3pm
Where: Red Poles Gallery, 190 McMurtrie Rd, McLaren Vale
It's Exhibition Time!
Please join me for the exhibition launch of Terra Mater - Mother Earth this Saturday. There will be great art, refreshments and artist talks!
When: Saturday, 18th March, 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Where: Intersect, 167 Flinders Street, Adelaide
If that's not enough art for you, it's the last few weeks of the exhibition Follow the White Rabbit..Tick Tock... Tick Tock, at Red Poles Gallery, McLaren Vale. This exhibition involves 17 artists and explores the world of Alice in Wonderland.
When: 18th February - 2nd April
Where: Red Poles Gallery, 190 McMurtrie Rd, McLaren Vale
Hope to see you there!
SALA at Red Poles Gallery
I'm excited to be a part of the SALA festivities this year at Red Poles Gallery in McClaren Vale. I have three works in the exhibition Fur and Feathers, along with 19 other artists. My hand coloured linocuts (pictured below) can be purchased separately or as a set.
You can see this exhibition at Red Poles Gallery from Wednesday - Sunday, 9am - 5pm, and the exhibition will run until the 28th of August. Pop by for some great art and a glass of wine!
Open Studio and Print Sale
For those of you in Adelaide, I will be having an Open Studio and Print Sale afternoon on Saturday the 2nd of April.
Call in anytime between 2pm and 6pm, at 68 Eighth Ave, St Peters.
There will be original prints and cards for sale, and any proceeds will assist me to attend some printmaking workshops in Fabriano, Italy in April of this year.
Please bring your friends and family!
It's Christmas Time Already!
It seems like the year has just flown by, and my intentions of regularly blogging since the set up of this website have gone out the window! It has been a busy year with many different things on the go, including relief teaching in schools, regular teaching at Ruth Tuck Art School and some extra study for good measure (small business management).
However, in the last few weeks I have managed to print a range of Christmas cards which are now for sale. Below are the two design ranges I have this year. Click here to have a closer look at the designs on offer and to find out some more information.
Various designs from The 12 Days of Christmas (left), and designs from the Square card range (right).
I had a lot of fun with these designs, especially the 10 Lords a-leaping and the 5 Gold Rings (in this case, 5 ring-necked pheasants)!
Welcome!
Welcome to my new website!
Please take a look at the site and my artwork. I would love any kind of feedback!
Most of the artwork featured is for sale, and I also take commissions. Please contact me with any queries.