This month saw the opening of our group show at the Ellenbrook Gallery and as it is with any of these events there is always a deep sense of loss when it can't be shared with my family, but this time the sound of my Dad echoed through the space and what I thought would bring feelings of sadness...

Well indeed it may come as a surprise to you all to find a welcome newsletter in your inbox a few weeks ago (assuming you signed up). I must say I take this Slow Living  thing very seriously so believe me when I say five months to begin sending newsletters is actually well ahead of schedule! So...

I was raised as a very independent female, actually I'm pretty convinced my Dad had originally wanted a boy and then out popped me and so consequently, even in a 1970's household, I was raised to believe that whatever I wanted to do, I could. This was indeed one of the greatest gifts that my...