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.

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

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

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 29, 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

5 surprising facts about the colour pink

Pink is everywhere from home décor, clothing and packaging. But do you really know pink as well as you think?

Aug 11, 20212 min read

Rapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your hair!

Women’s hair holds great significance in many religions and cultures around the world, especially golden coloured hair.

Aug 15, 20203 min read

The making of a painting

This article takes a deep dive into the process and meaning behind the painting Handle With Care.

May 15, 20204 min read