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Artist blog
This artist's blog covers everything from important news, artistic inspiration, and just general thoughts on life. My favourite topics of conversation are art history, greek mythology, gender equality and personal development. My writing has an arty, feminist spin because that's just the way I roll.
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Artist collaboration = Leah + Olga
Local artists Leah Mariani and Olga Dziemidowiczi join forces to create collborative art works that combine landscapes with the female form.
Mar 142 min read
Fairytale princesses will kill your children
In Fairy Tale Princesses Will Kill Your Children author Jane Gilmore reflects on Disney's classic princesses.
Dec 26, 20246 min read
Danae & Rapunzel: Two maidens locked in a tower
The myth of Danaë from Greek mythology and the later fairytale of Rapunzel, both center around women confined in a tower.
Dec 11, 20242 min read
Top things to consider when buying art for your home
Adding art to your home is one of the most personal and impactful ways to transform your living space. Often a home doesn't feel like a home
Nov 24, 20244 min read
The new Happily Ever After
I've long been fascinated by the narratives we pass on to our children and the gendered messages embedded within these timeless stories.
Nov 15, 20245 min read
Circe: Greek goddess of magic
Circe stands out as a multifaceted figure in Greek mythology as a goddess of magic and transformation.
Nov 1, 20243 min read
Off with her head! How Medusa lost her head and found her voice
Like many ancient stories, the legend of Medusa has been retold, reinterpreted and repurposed over time, including post the #metoo movement.
Sep 29, 20244 min read
The art of framing
I often get asked "Should I frame this painting?" The short answer is yes! A well-chosen frame can enhance your chosen artwork.
Aug 12, 20244 min read
New series |Contained|
My latest series of paintings is all about women who are either standing or sitting, crouched or squatting, folded and/or sleeping.
Jun 23, 20243 min read
Open studio event 2023
We were very pleased to open our house to the public on 29 October 2023. Here are some photo from our Open Studio event.
Nov 8, 20231 min read
My French artist residency
This artist residency gave me the time and space to focus on myself and my art practice. If you're thinking about applying, go ahead.
Aug 4, 20234 min read
An artist's guide to Paris
An Australian’s guide to the best Parisan art galleries Paris is known as one of the art capitals of the world. Got only a few days in...
Jul 22, 20239 min read
Where to buy affordable art in Melbourne & beyond
Want to know where to find affordable art in Melbourne? Many people feel intimidated to walk into a gallery so I've made it easy for you
Oct 12, 20222 min read
The real Persephone
The story of Persephone is an interesting one because it isn’t really about her. She is merely a reflection of those around her, namely her
Sep 5, 20226 min read
An artists' home
Over the past few months I've been researching the history of my period home. I was excited to discover that three other artists have lived
Jul 9, 20223 min read
Pandora and her jar
Pandora was made by the gods from clay, for the specific purpose of punishing mankind. Her fate was sealed the moment Zeus created her,
Nov 30, 20215 min read
Medusa as inspired by Klimt's Hygieia
My painting of Medusa is inspired by Klimt's Hygieia, as depicted in his painting of Medicine. She is the Greek goddess of health.
Sep 28, 20213 min read
The untold story of Medusa
While we all know of Medusa with her crown of snakes, less is known of how Medusa became Medusa. There are 2 origin stories from Greek Myths
Sep 15, 20215 min read
Fifty shades of pink (& what they mean)
Before we deep dive into my complicated relationship with the colour pink, let me take you on a short and interesting history.
Aug 28, 20216 min read
5 things you didn't know about Klimt
Klimt paintings are everywhere but not much is known about the artist. Here are five facts about Klimt that you'll find surprising.
Aug 16, 20213 min read
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