The Real Persephone
The story of Persephone is an interesting one because it isn’t really about her. She is merely a reflection of those around her, namely her
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This artist blog covers everything from important news, artistic inspiration and just general thoughts on life. My favourite topics of conversation are art, fashion, gender equality and personal development. My writing has an arty, feminist spin because that's just the way I roll.
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- Nov 30, 2021
- 5 min
Pandora without her Jar
Pandora was made by the gods from clay, for the specific purpose of punishing mankind. Her fate was sealed the moment Zeus created her,
- Sep 29, 2021
- 3 min
Off with her head!: How Medusa lost her head and found her voice
Like many ancient stories, the legend of Medusa has been retold, reinterpreted and repurposed over time, including post the #metoo movement.
- Sep 15, 2021
- 5 min
The Untold Story of Medusa
While we all know of Medusa with her crown of snakes, less is known of how Medusa became Medusa. There are 2 origin stories from Greek Myths
- Aug 11, 2021
- 2 min
5 surprising facts about the colour pink
Pink is everywhere from home décor, clothing and packaging. But do you really know pink as well as you think?
- Aug 7, 2021
- 6 min
Fifty shades of pink (& what they mean)
Before we deep dive into my complicated relationship with the colour pink, let me take you on a short and interesting history.
- Aug 17, 2020
- 2 min
The wise owl
This painting considers two nursery rhymes; The Wise Old Owl and the Owl and the Pussy Cat. In both rhymes the owl is male
- Aug 15, 2020
- 3 min
Rapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your hair!
Women’s hair holds great significance in many religions and cultures around the world, especially golden coloured hair.
- May 15, 2020
- 4 min
The making of Handle With Care
This article takes a deep dive into the process and meaning behind the painting Handle With Care.
- May 11, 2020
- 2 min
The Little Mermaid through our eyes
There is so much symbolism and hidden meanings in fairytales and nursery rhymes that I keep on circling back to them.
- Mar 8, 2019
- 5 min
Why women have less super and what you can do about it
Being an accountant, I can't help but be a super nerd. Currently women are retiring with 47% less superannuation than men. It’s no surprise.
- Dec 29, 2018
- 3 min
Farewell to my well-heeled friends
How many times have you fallen in-love with a pair of gorgeous, strappy stilettos only to bring them home to discover they
- Dec 12, 2018
- 4 min
The case against rape
Laws were invented by men for men, to protect their property. They were not created to protect the rights of women, children and those witho
- May 17, 2018
- 4 min
My sexist education
If you had told me about the gender pay gap when I got my first job at the age of 19 I would have been shocked. I was so naïve.
- Sep 6, 2017
- 3 min
Ridiculously fashionable
As a fan of Suits and The Good Wife, you'd be forgiven for thinking that female lawyers are all getting around in 4 inch heels
- Aug 4, 2017
- 3 min
The irrelevancy of gender
For gender equality to exist, gender must become irrelevant- in jobs, in employment and even in fashion.
- Aug 4, 2017
- 4 min
Is the MCG a tribute to our patriarchal society? A brief history of women and the MCG
Is the MCG a tribute to our patriarchal society? A brief history of women and the MCG.
- Jul 18, 2017
- 5 min
Welcome to Gender Studies 101
t's hard to believe that in this day and age there still exist young, well-educated Australians who don't believe there is gender pay gap.
- Mar 24, 2017
- 2 min
Pass me my gun dear
You may be wondering what this painting is about. It's about turning traditional gender roles on their head.
- Mar 8, 2017
- 3 min
The dreaded F word
Each year, on March 8 we celebrate International Women's Day. It's an opportunity for all of us to consider the advancement of gender equali
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