Laundry Essentials

Something magic about laundry-time returning things back to a crisp, clean look, and the scent of fresh fabric. This labour of love needs the support of some essential items....

The Offering

A study for a future work which was fun to do. I saw this statue in a little shop window a few years ago and instantly thought she would be part of my painting journey

Chocolates

A new chocolate shop has opened in Mildura and I had to try a line up of them before the weather heats up the studio.

Eucalyptus Caesia, Silver Princess

The large flowers of this West Australian species hang down on a tree with a straggly habit. The stems and buds are covered in a light white wax to protect them from desiccation. The flowers hold a generous volume of nectar. It is hard to do their beauty justice.

Food For Thought

This is the title piece for my first sole exhibition which will be opened at Stefano's Gallery 25 on December 16th at 6 p.m. and will run until January 11th. The tie is the old Merbein High School tie, which some locals may recognise.

'His Final Fleece"

Making slow progress with this challenging subject. I am happy with the ram's skull sitting back in the half light. The fleece is more complex that I initially expected.

Work in progress, 'Tradition'