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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Artist blog
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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- Jul 9, 2022
- 3 min
A blast from the past
Over the past few months I've been researching the history of my period home. I was excited to discover that three other artists have lived
- Nov 29, 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 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 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 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.
- Mar 14, 2020
- 2 min
Art to Art Unearthed Prize
Art to Art is a local gallery run by Philippa Demase in North Balwyn. This year they launched their first Unearthed Prize and guess who won?
- Mar 3, 2020
- 2 min
From one artist to another
Brisbane artist Rose Hewartson has recently embarked on a project that involves interviewing Australian artists.
- May 5, 2019
- 4 min
Who were the Romantics?
When we hear of romanticism, it conjures up ideas of love. However, the name also refers to a period in European art.
- Jan 1, 2019
- 3 min
Without you there is no me
They say every portrait is a sort of self-portrait and I believe this to be true. It's impossible to define ourselves without others
- 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
- Nov 18, 2018
- 6 min
The artist who cried crocodile tears
I’m Too Sad to Tell You is a three-minute bl&w silent film of the artist, Bas Jan Ader, crying.
- Oct 12, 2018
- 2 min
Where to buy affordable art in Melbourne & beyond
Want to know where to find affordable art in Melbourne? Many people feel intimidated to walk into a gallery so I've made it easy for you
- Sep 2, 2018
- 6 min
Alice steals hearts at ACMI
The exhibition charts the evolution of Alice from the written page, to theatre, film and animation, highlighting cinematic advancements
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