Happenings/Blog
a local “creative women’s circle”
Well, if you follow much of what I do, you will probably already know that I am a big fan of the...
a word on money {all I want is you- U2}
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWBKBkEJQRk I delivered a painting earlier this week and shared a...
fix your lunch {feel healthier & SAVE time}..
I have been adding a (very) simple step to my day for some time now, and it has resulted in me...
Brene Brown – TED talk (& cleaning my studio)
So, this is my friday night, cleaning out my studio and listening to Brene Brown and her Ted Talk,...
being the adult
It occurred to me today that most of what I write on this blog is for me.. Reminding myself what...
a how to about “podcasts” and my interview for “the new normal”
I love listening to podcasts. They keep me entertained and make me feel connected with the wider...
taking stock {thank you Pip}
I heard Pip (from Meet Me At Mikes), speak at the big hearted business conference in May. I then...
crazy idea for 2015… {Detroit}
I have been fascinated by the (post global financial crisis) Detroit for a while now. I first saw...
choosing contentment
I have been thinking about contentment today and the illusive thing that it can be. When I am...
best opening speech ever… (thank you Tess McCabe)
And here it is, Tess's speech for my opening at the Rtist Gallery.. She put so much heart into it,...
opening night photos & thank you’s!
I thought you might like to see some photos of last thursdays opening night, (pics by Amelia...
Let me tell you about “The Space Between” paintings! (via youtube)
I had such a good response to the clip I made for the Big Hearted Business thing I did, that I...
Missy Higgins at the Big Hearted Business un-conference 2014
I played the "Sound of White" CD so much, I had to buy a second one. So, when Missy Higgins...
Car, Bus, Train, Plane, (then back again)….
For years I lived in the Northern territory, where I travelled big distances to go anywhere. So...
looking back on New York (2013)
It was a year ago today, that I left to exhibit in New York. I had prearranged framing and so with...
a room of one’s own
Not long ago I re read Virginia Woolf's room of one's own. It made my heart burn with the urge to...
Consistency
I was chatting with a friend the other day and we got around to the topic of personal strengths. I...
I won, I won, (thanks for voting), I won!
Well my last post was all about my entry to win a big hearted business scholarship. I had to...
trying to answer an impossible question……. (my entry for the big hearted business scholarship)
There is this thing I would really like to be involved in, it's called the Big Hearted Business...
My next solo exhibition..
Since deciding to take my love for painting seriously I have had six solo exhibitions and I am...
Prepping for busy months ahead…
The next few months will be busy around here. My oldest daughter is starting year twelve (the...
A few New Years tips for being more creative
I have four children and am often asked how I find the time to paint, as it's the beginning of a...
Christmas wishes
Merry Christmas everybody!! Life isn't always easy and it's your attitude that truly determines...
my arty christmas wish list…..
Well I had someone ask me the other day what I would like for christmas, to which I replied,...
working from home (video clip)
Having four kids has taught me to be very patient, nothing is gained from getting angry and...
Illustrating for Emily Wright in Tess McCabe’s “Conversations 2”
I joined the Creative Women's Circle in 2011, but it wasn't until April this year that I finally...
semi permanent 2013
I have wanted to go along to Semi Permanent for a few years now and I am so glad I finally made...
Painting a new body of work
About six weeks ago I started painting a new body of work for an exhibition I am having in...
The Renegade Collective Magazine
Have you checked out a copy of the collective magazine yet? I like magazines that inspire or...
A finished commission!
I recently finished a commission piece which I had the pleasure of doing for a friend. It was a...
Rtist Gallery Group Exhibition 30.04.29
Last thursday night, I went along to the opening of 30.04.29 at the Rtist Gallery in Prahran. This...
Upcoming Rtist Gallery exhibition in Melbourne
Just a quick post to let you all know I am part of a group exhibition opening on the Fourth of...
how can it be JUNE? (giveaway & whats for sale)
Does anyone else feel like this year is going by way to fast? Well for me it feels like time is...
being featured in the US mag; The Artist Catalogue.
While I was in New York, I was one of twelve artists who were interviewed for The Artist...
Officially “over” New York
Well I am amazed to say that as of tomorrow I will have been home from New York for a month! How...
Loving New York
Love you New York, next time I will stay longer....................................... On top of...
Setting up for Art Expo New York
Okay, so I am a little behind on the blog posts, you will have to forgive me! New York was to good...
My first days in New York (Losing all my paintings in transit)
I have been meaning to blog for a few days now, but, as you can imagine, there have...
On my way to NY
Well everything has finally come together and I am in Melbourne, ready to catch my plane first...
Countdown to New York
I am sure everyone I know is completely over hearing about New York, no one more so than my...
longing to be idle
I love painting, if I ever get sick of it, it is only for the shortest bit of time. I can't stop....
Interiors Addict Interview “at home with artist Jasmine Mansbridge”
I had a wonderful opportunity recently. I was interviewed by Jen Bishop of the interiors addict...
about the paintings for Art Expo New York 2013
I am exhibiting in the SOLO section of Art Expo New York in March 2013, this is the worlds largest...
Seasons of life
I spent a large part of my life living in the Northern Territory, in the very top end of...
Reflecting on another good year
Today being New Year's Day, I took time off to reflect on another year gone. Some days I struggle...
Facebook giveaway!
Hi there my lovely subscribers! I hope you have had a meaningful festive season so far. Mine was a...
Painting for New York
At the moment, I am spending every spare second painting. It is a difficult time of year to be...
Pumpkin scones
What are having for afternoon tea? While I certainly do not claim to be the worlds best cook, I...
“Long live Love”
Well I don't know where I first picked up this quote, but, I have always thought it to be...
Free Postage!
I have no little ones with me this morning... Which means it is a great time to head to the post...
A break from painting, housework, & general routine
The only way for me to get a maximum amount of painting done, in the limited time I have, is by...
Rest your head (pillowcase fun)
Well I have been busy, I have crept out of the studio and taken up the house with screen printing...
three and a half years in the making (a proper website)
I am an ideas person, I have so many ideas I must be hard to live with at times, fortunately the...
Learning to screen print with Rachel Castle
So I mentioned in a previous blog that I went to Sydney to learn to screen print. I was fortunate...
A new house, a new studio & a new puppy!
So over the last couple of weeks I have been flat out moving and it has been very worthwhile. We...
Hello Sydney!
I am feeling a little weary this monday morning, after having an epic weekend in the lovely sunny...
Home
The subject of home has long held fascination for me. I have had many homes in my life so far, and...
Words
This post has two purposes, firstly to express my love for words and the beauty of ideas, ready...
I can't believe it took me so long to discover...
New York 2013
One of the reasons my poor self has been in creative overdrive and this wee blog has been...
Sideline Projects
I have had a few projects on the go lately, sometimes my brain enjoys (needs) a good old fashioned...
Rod Stewart & Me (& hubby & grandma & 4 kids)
Anyone who knows me well, can testify to having endured my love of Rod Stewart's music, best...
my absence from blogging
whats on my doorstep
I have only recently moved to Victoria and...
posting just for fun
Well it is a nice time of year for me... no school for anyone, lots of mini breaks and different...
happy holidays! (giveaway)
Well the holiday season is now in full swing... christmas day has been and gone and for me a...
buy a Frankie Magazine
There was only really one thing to blog about this week, as it is one of the coolest things that...
this weeks going to be sew easy
I've got the sewing bug at the moment. This has a lot to do with the fact that it is easier to sew...
things I don’t/can’t do
There are plenty of things that I would like to do, that I don't get to do. I have spent the last...
Interview with my favourite high school teacher
I have been collecting interviews for a while now and haven't been able to decide which one to...
filling my head with good stuff
There is nothing like a day out to refresh my senses and its even better if I get to look at other...
Photos of Solo Exhibition @ Hope & Co .. 21/11/2011
Danielle Thomas came to my recent exhibition at the Hope & Co Gallery and took some lovely...
Being Present
I find myself often having to be reminded about what is really important in life. One particular...
a white picket fence
I have a house with a white picket fence, literally and metaphorically speaking. I only just...
I love Painting
After much busyness and general running round I am pleased to say that I now have an empty studio...
Paris
Today I bought a coffee table book on Paris. It’s architecture and history fascinate me. I almost...
priorities
I took this photo as it seemed to express how thing are around here at the moment. Art versus real...
without a vision, people perish
I am feeling particularly full of energy, goodness, happiness, grace, etc etc today and so I...
Town Mouse versus Country Mouse
Have you ever read the story of town mouse and country mouse? I hope you have or you won’t know...
Success
I am having a write up put in my local paper and for this it I was questioned about success. Not...
art versus sport?
In my house art and sport co exist quite seamlessly. My husband is a lover of sport and as I have...
Anxiety
I have an exhibition coming up and the closer it gets, the more the butterflies flutter. For me...
Priorities
I am often asked the question, how do I find the time to paint? As I am not painting at the...
I need to paint
I am actually having a period in life when I am not painting. The reasons are justified and...
Got to start somewhere
So here we go, this will be my first entry, and like most things in my life I will...
Good Ideas
I was lying awake last night, thinking about what I would say in my next blog, when it dawned on...