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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- Sep 28, 2021
- 2 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 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 29, 2020
- 6 min
Explaining the fine print
Ever wondered what the difference is between a giclee and a lino print? Well here are the answers to all your printing questions.
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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.
- Jun 20, 2017
- 3 min
How to survive without fashion
Franca Sozzaniwas was famously quoted as saying: I know a lot of people who buy fashion. know, perhaps, only two people who have style.
- 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
- Sep 30, 2015
- 3 min
Colour your life with Colour Box Studio
Below is an extract of an interview written by Sharmane Rabusa from Colourbox Studio. What has led you to choose a creative pathway? I...