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The Art of Taste: Exploring What You Truly Enjoy

Taste is often regarded as the greatest sense in art. It’s the sense that allows us to connect with feelings and emotions, turning what we see and experience into something...

Feelings Make the Man: Exploring Hercules Throu...

Hercules is a character who has captivated audiences for centuries. From his origins in ancient Greek mythology to his depiction as a spirited young hero in Disney’s animated film, Hercules...

Why Scandal, Outrage, and Spice Make Art Unforg...

Art has always been a daring endeavor. It’s scandalous, outrageous, and unapologetically spicy—and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Fluid Identity in Art and Life

Fluidity—like water carving new pathways around a sandcastle—is at the heart of both art and life. As we create, new directions emerge, reshaping the way we see ourselves and our...

The Power of Emotion in Art

Emotion gives art its aura. It’s what transforms a simple image or object into something we connect with on a deeper level. Emotion isn’t just an aspect of art—it’s the...

Why I paint outdoors

As someone who transitioned from the pastures of rural New Zealand to the dynamic world of art, I've discovered the benefits of embracing nature's studio. Natural Light and True...

Art Puzzles

Piece by Piece 🧩

Hey there, fellow quirky, 'Round peg, square hole', Puzzle Enthusiasts. Guess what? I’ve got something new that’s going to rock your world—well, at least your living room table. I'm pretty...

Art doesn't feel the same.

If you want the full scoop, click here. In short, the creative process will forever be entwined with a deep sense of purpose, overflowing with love, and filled with a vigorous...

Magenta & Preparing Prints

A man named Perkin stumbled upon a unique dye derived from coal tar. I wonder if a small part of him knew this accidental discovery would birth my color in...

23rd November | Beyond Sea 🌊

First things first... Excuse the moustache. It's for a charity month called 'Movember' in New Zealand. Movember raises money and awareness for Mental health and prostate cancer in our little...

22nd November - Coffee & Eggs

Today marks the day I've perfected my Tempera mix. Not because I didn't have it before but because I've tested all possible options, ingredients and ratios, I'm currently aware off,...

big waves

Mahalo

The silent but powerful roll of the wave - shooting through it is the best feeling ever. A name that embodies gratitude and aloha spirit. He used to ride the waves...