Lifeline Bookfair - this weekend

I took a visit to the Lifeline Bookfair today and came home with some great books for my little girl and finally found the books I have been unable to find in the shops and local library. Thanks to those who volunteer their time and donate books to Lifeline - a fundraising event we should all support. There were so many pre-loved books including vintage books, it appears there is still a demand for paper books and I am thankful the Lifeline Bookfair continues to operate, they are doing a magnificent job.

To find out where you can donate your books please visit: Lifeline - donate your books
To find out the location and their open times please visit: Canberra Lifeline Bookfairs

"Cherish" is home.

Today was rather daunting as I returned to the exhibition to finally collect my painting "Cherish", I am pleased to say the painting was not damaged and remains in one piece. This painting will stay with me, as I have no intentions to submit this in another exhibition....it's my baby and it lives to the symbolic meaning that elephants bring luck and happiness.

In celebration of the elephants. 

No access to paintings

Artworks from the Canberra Times Outdoor Art Show are yet to be assessed for damage.  To find out more, please visit: Canberra Times Outdoor Art Show
Picture as shown in The Canberra Times:

Hyatt Hotel,
Canberra Photo - Graham Tidy

Shocking news

I woke up this morning to find the The Canberra Times Outdoor Art Show had closed early due to supporting walls collapsing during the day with quite a few paintings coming down in the process. I am concerned for those  injured and now require treatment in hospital, this is a disaster and I sincerely hope they will be ok.
http://www.canberratimes.com.au/act-news/four-hurt-in-art-show-mishap-20120311-1us65.htm

Landscapes for 2012

A relaxing day with friends of Captains Flat has filled my mind with refreshing ideas for 2012, as I am now inspired to paint landscapes using my current technique. What a beautiful sunny day shared with good friends, good food and a drop of red, I am feeling refreshed and ready to paint.

The Canberra Times Outdoor Art Show commenced at 12 Noon today and I am pleased to say I have entered my artwork titled: Cherish - in celebration of the Indian elephant. 

http://www.canberraartshow.com.au/

My success from 2011 continues to provide inspiration for 2012: