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,
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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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- 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 28, 2021
- 3 min
Medusa as inspired by Klimt's Hygieia
My painting of Medusa is inspired by Klimt's Hygieia, as depicted in his painting of Medicine. She is the Greek goddess of health.
- 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 16, 2021
- 3 min
5 things you didn't know about Klimt
Klimt paintings are everywhere but not much is known about the artist. Here are five facts about Klimt that you'll find surprising.
- 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.
- Apr 10, 2020
- 5 min
Art makes good books
If you’re looking for some good books to read whilst in lock-down, here are my top 10 books inspired by art.
- Jul 20, 2018
- 1 min
Curiouser & Curiouser: Opening night
Thanks to everyone who attended our opening event last night at Steps Gallery. It was a great turn out and a super fun night. See the photos
- 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
- 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.
- Jan 31, 2017
- 6 min
Defining the stages of a modern woman’s life
Klimt's depiction of Three Ages of Women encompasses Playful Child, Sexy Seductress, Good Mother and Wise Older Woman.
- Nov 6, 2016
- 2 min
Introducing the class of 2016
In anticipation of our upcoming graduate exhibition for the Diploma of Visual Arts Box Hill Institute & CAE painting and printing majors,...
- Jun 29, 2016
- 2 min
What makes an artist: Leah Mariani and her take on fashion
This article is extracted from the Bluethumb blog. Bluethumb is an online selling platform dedicated to selling Australian art to...
- Jul 30, 2015
- 4 min
The Bloomsbury Group: who were they?
The Bloomsbury group made a significant contribution to modern British culture at the commencement of the 20th century. They rejected...
- Mar 31, 2012
- 1 min
Degas' ballet dancer
Degas produced many prints and photographs during his lifetime although he is more well known for his oil paintings.
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