Introducing….The GiSt of It
With much excitement, I give you my little Vimeo Channel…..THE GIST OF IT. In line with what you, my loyal followers, have always wanted, I’ve put all my “watch me work” videos in one area so you can...
View ArticleNew Year New Works
Welcome 2013! I had planned this uber-insightful post about my word for the year and what it means, but that can wait for another day. I’m more excited when I paint and when I get to share. When I told...
View ArticleOrdering the Grandkids
There’s nothing more gratifying than fulfilling a request from a family member. My Father-in-Law wanted something very special for the Mother-in-Law and so requested “that art that you do” (so cute)...
View ArticleWorks In Progress
The tail-end of school holidays means that, once again, we are on dial-up speed…..so much fun….clearly for the kids…..not so much for hubby an me. However, it does mean less time online and more time...
View ArticleIt’s All About The Hair (& a giveaway)
I confess to being a bit of a Diva when it comes to my own hair. It needs to be cut in a certain manner, it needs to be blow-dried in a certain manner, the products I choose are carefully vetted, even...
View ArticleFree Technique Vid for Youuu
Happy New Week! This month I set myself a target to share one new technique with you. I am now happy….nay, THRILLED, to offer for your viewing – “PURPOSE”. {Which, coincidentally is my ONE LITTLE WORD...
View ArticleThe Great in All Things
I wish I was one of those Artists who can simply respond to their Muse/Calling/Mojo when it strikes. Trying to negotiate a family during school holidays, all the while acknowledging but not responding...
View ArticleFortune Favours the Brave
Happy Winter Folks! And while the weather is cooling down outside, inside at Studio GiSt, things are hotting up and gaining momentum. Last Friday night I attended the opening of Art & Design...
View ArticleArt is Percolating!!
Welcome to another regularly irregular blog post from Yours Truly *wink* Hope this update finds you in a good head space because I have some fabulous news to share. Last year a group of local artists...
View ArticleGrowing a Painting
A while back I decided to delete the Facebook app from my phone. Best decision I’ve ever made! I found myself with way more time to sit in a quiet headspace; less time getting caught up in other stuff;...
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