Living with covid-restrictions has forced us to find creative ways to stay connected and celebrate special occasions in unique ways. New family traditions have emerged; from backyard camping to…
Today I saw piles of coal like mountain ranges of Mordor. Towering black against a blue-sky day. I watched kids play soccer to the soundtrack of booming waves. All…
Writing fractured fairy tales can be a lot of fun. This is an extract from a picture book story I wrote from the perspective of Jill, from the classic nursery…
I decided to take part in an illustration challenge. A chance to make art with the freedom that design briefs and deadlines rarely bring. The topic for the week was…
This is my illustration of Nova, the ambitious and courageous lead character in one of my picture book stories. Nova is the best swimmer in Delta Zig but is she…
(‘Reading With Walls’ feature illustration from Gene Leun Yang’s Challenge Resources) “Reading is a fantastic way to open your minds and hearts to new people, places, and ideas.” –…
The Newcastle Writers Festival is over for another year. I knew it was going to be inspiring, I just didn’t realise the inspiration would be on and off the stage.…
Heading back to Melbourne for a special girls weekend, I asked one of my friends for any suggestions on ‘must-see’ events while I was in town. The David Hockney exhibition at…
This is an illustration I drew of the peacock that lives in our neighbourhood. And no, peacocks are not native to Australia! He is a very curious bird and likes…
