Inspiration from Colette Calascione

I absolutely love looking at the work of Colette Calascione. All her paintings are awe inspiring and I could stare at each one for hours. Please look at her work here. It's awesome.

All images from Colette Calascione

Visiting Betty the Florist...

The Most Beautiful Florist

In Lane Cove there is a most beautiful florist shop. I go past nearly every day and never has it failed to take my breath away. The shop is called Indulge and you can also order flowers online here. Betty Tane (the owner) also stocks my greeting card range as well as many unique garden and interior pieces. You can see some in the photos.

There is always something amazing to look at inside. The display of flowers out the front is always stunning. Betty says she displays the flowers depending on how she feels. Knowing this I like to guess what's on her mind :) Yesterday I took some photos of the shop inside and outside. I just love it.

Work in progress

I have been photographing this piece while I paint it and it's interesting how it is evolving. I started with no particular concept in mind other than I wanted it to be long and vertical. It is still being worked on. I will post the final image when I decide it's done :) I am very happy seeing the evolution of it in photos.

Inspiration from 'Dear Ada'

Here is a fantastic blog that I have recently discovered. I visit often to get visually nourished by the work of so many amazing artists. Here is one I found recently on Dear Ada. It is the work of Alyoisus. Isn't it beautiful?

Alyoisus, originally found on Dear Ada

Alyoisus, originally found on Dear Ada

Alyoisus

It reminded me of one february evening when I decided to decorate parts of my body inbetween painting eggs for Easter. Here are the results.

Interview on Calico & Co

I am so thrilled to have been featured and interviewed by the lovely Amanda Fuller of Calico & Co. A graphic designer and creative blogger, Amanda's blog is well worth a visit. Especially now! Read all about it here.

And be sure to check out this gorgeous post about Blanca Gomez here.

Green

Green inspiration form around the house. To continue on the colour theme I have photographed some of my favourite green things.