Journal
In conversation with Jessie Feitosa
From collecting bottles while working in hospitality, to using those bottles as subjects in her paintings, Adelaide-based artist Jessie Feitosa shares her creative journey and the reality of being a full-time creative.
In conversation with artist Coral Noel Yang
Fusing traditional and modern painting techniques, Coral Noel Yang evokes emotion in her work – her art practice a therapeutic activity and a way to capture the beauty around her.
In her words: Gai Saunders
Creativity seeps into every area of Gai’s world, and it’s been this way for as long as she can remember…
The art of mixed-media with Elle Pervez
It’s easy to see the love this artist has for the Australian outback – sometimes pieces of the land even make their way into the stunning mixed-media works.
Becoming a full-time artist: Jacklyn Foster
Many creatives talk about the courage it takes for them to eventually introduce and call themselves ‘an artist’ – let alone take the leap into becoming a full-time artist. So what does it take and what does it look like once you’re there? We sat down with the award-winning, Geelong-based artist Jacklyn Foster to find out.
Magical landscape paintings by Lina Gordievsky
Inspired by childhood memories of being in nature and the landscapes she sees around her today, Lina’s artworks feel like something out of a fairytale.
Q+A with Lucy Rice
From her studio in Snells Beach, artist and photographer Lucy Rice shares how painting started as a form of therapy for her and how each piece comes to life on the canvas.
In the studio: Grace Thresher
This New Zealand creative shares her process, inspiration, and what challenges she feels artists face today.
An artist’s journey: Leena Joshi
The voice behind the Make Share Thrive podcast, Leena shares how her creative journey was also a journey of finding her way back to herself.
In conversation with Phoebe Gander
After being diagnosed with ADHD, Phoebe Gander realised she needed to prioritise self-care – for her, this meant creating art. She shares her journey of turning this necessary ‘hobby’ into a career.
In conversation with artist Amanda Hinkelmann
Fusing traditional Aboriginal techniques and symbolism with a contemporary, feminine colour palette, Amanda Hinkelmann’s designs are intricate and represent herself, country, and culture.
Jennifer Chiles on returning to her first love: painting
Following a career in paediatric cardiac surgery, Jennifer Chiles her found herself creating art pieces inspired by light, nature and her surroundings in Copenhagen.