Poodle Party

Drawn because I am severely coveting the 'Grace' dress by Bernie Dexter.
It's my dream dress - just so perfect for me that i would buy five and wear them every single day of the week (because i'm a bit like that.) - if i only had a purse full of gold.

1,2,3,4

A good day for mail

Yesterday some beautiful things landed in my mailbox:

First, a surprise gift from fellow Fred Astaire fan, Grace Hamilton - a darling from the UK who draws ravishing ladies and also has an obsession with the golden age of hollywood. Pressed flowers, ballerinas, lonely lakes, Ms katharine Hepburn - it's all too wonderful.



And secondly, a trade with Liz Sindler of Kittydearest.
I sent Liz a painting in return for a handsewn set of pastel lingerie. They are delicate and scrumptious and make me think of ice cream, which can only be a good thing. Plus, Kitties! That cuteness speaks for itself.

Garden Girls + Cat teapot

The work i exhibited at the 'This Little Teapot' exhibition at Paper Planes gallery in Rozelle, Sydney.

The group show is open until Sunday the 1st of May and well worth looking at. It's amazing to see the vast array of teapot customisations.

getting to know you

Over the past six months or so some really kind people have featured my art on their blogs and websites and have conducted interviews about the way i like to work. In that space of time i've kept meaning to compile them all into a list and post them here in case anyone was interested in learning more about my practice. It looks like today is the day i've finally gotten around to it. Thanks to those of you who have been supportive of my art. It's overwhelming for me, but also very much appreciated.

interviews:
Leivos
Anastasia Drawing and Dreaming
Antler Mag - cosmic issue
Acme
Floris Blog
Syrup

oh, and i even got a feature on Hi Fructose which is insane and exciting. Fingers crossed that the remainder of the year will prove to be fruitful.

Flower girls

Sneak peeks of the work i'll be exhibiting at the 'this little teapot' show on wednesday night in Sydney.

Escape

I often forget that there is an actual world outside my bedroom.

Audrey Hepburn and Famous the yorkie

A commissioned piece for an Audrey fan.

Ana + Jonas

A commissioned portrait set for a french couple.

This Little teapot - Sydney exhibition

Opening night - Wednesday April 13th, 6-8pm, and everyone is invited! 

I'll be showcasing some new work.
There will be free refreshments, delicious hot and cold teas, and nibbles served throughout the evening.
The show continues until Sunday May 1st, 2011.
At paper plane gallery - 727 Darling St, Rozelle (Sydney, NSW)

The Lonely Botanist

Rainbow Chan gig poster

This week i've made my first ever real gig poster! Lately i've been making fake ones for bands who i love - but this one is actually going to be printed and pasted around Sydney. Hooray! And I'm doubly happy because it's a poster for my beautiful friend and sweetheart songstress, Rainbow Chan.
Rainbow makes heartfelt music with her acoustic guitar, loop pedals and old toys, - and in May is releasing her EP Brushed upon with rose at The Vanguard in Newtown. I'm so excited and so proud to see her music blossom - ( She's been featured on radio stations JJJ and FBI this year ) - and i'm sure this year has an abundance of fantastic things in store for her. It couldn't happen to a nicer girl.
You can hear a selection of tunes, or learn more about Rainbow's penchant for sweet vintage dresses and drawing with blue pens at the following pages :
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