Dizzy Little Dotty

For all those out there who love quirky, arty, and fanciful things – this is the girl for you. Lauren Carney is an artist, freelance illustrator, designer, trendsetter and Brisbanite.

Deciding art was her passion in high school, Lauren’s work … Read More

The Possibilities Of Crowdfunding

There are some harsh facts that I’ve recently learned about the world: I will always drop toast butter side down, Hogwarts doesn’t exist and none of my Facebook friends actually remember my birthday. However the … Read More

World Press Photo – Brisbane Powerhouse

One of the world’s most prestigious exhibitions, attracting over three million people each year in over one hundred locations, World Press Photo is back in Brisbane for its sixth year running.

The World Press Photo exhibition features profiles of … Read More

“Quilts 1700-1945” at GOMA

Have you ever taken the time to study the details on the old quilt your great grandmother made 70 years ago? The Gallery of Modern Art has taken a particular interest in the art, culture and history of quilt … Read More

Brisbane Art Lessons

Oh my, Brisbane! Did you have any idea about how many opportunities it has to offer the aspiring artist? Brisbane City Council is rolling out weekly art lessons in our town. Be assured that you will find an art lesson … Read More

Nicole McBride at The Hideaway

Looking for another arty outing to satisfy the inner artist inside? Make sure you find time to visit Nicole McBride’s new exhibition at The Hideaway. She’ll be exhibiting some of her beautiful from now until June 2nd.

Nicole is a … Read More

Card creation 101

Were you aware that there is a Greeting Card Association?

You probably would if you have ever tried entering into the greeting card industry yourself. You would know that seven billion greeting cards are purchased every year. This adds up … Read More

Party (decoration) Time!

This year I faced the mammoth task of providing my mother with a day, not to be forgotten. This day just happened to amount to be a mile-stone in her life, resulting in a celebration of the days … Read More

MONSTERS at GoMA

Do you enjoy things on the scarier side of life? Things that go bump in the night or mysterious happenings? If so GOMA’s new cinema exhibition is something you’ll definitely want to check out.

This month GOMA is celebrating monsters … Read More

Let’s face it… PART 2

Some would say that learning from the best is how you master your art. I wouldn’t disagree. So why am I drawing lessons from the worst you ask? Because it is so hilarious. Additionally, it doesn’t take a genius to … Read More

Scanography – The Art of Scanning

Whoever said the office life was a boring one?  Surely that so-and-so never had a close look at the office scanner. Because if they had, I mean, if they seriously checked that machine out, their mind would have blown up … Read More

A Little Brisbane History

Brisbane is not the little town it once was. In fact it has grown up into a beautiful, cultural and diverse city with a bit of history to call its own.

The re-opening came after a three year wait. The Brisbane Museum was set-up temporarily on Ann Street but now calls Brisbane City Hall home.

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The Scrapbook Sketches

I may not be the world’s greatest artist, but in my free time, I don’t mind “doodling” (as they put it) in my sketchbook.

Usually by the end of the sketch I’m annoyed about something I screwed up and I … Read More

Easter Art Enthusiasm

It’s Friday, March 29. It’s the best Friday you’ll have all year because, dear readers, it’s Good Friday. If you’re anything like me, you can’t help but participate in the kid’s Easter egg hunt on the sly. My brothers and … Read More