On meeting in 1988, we shared a camaraderie born of common experience - growing up within a highly creative family. They became my mentors and we enjoyed our few times together - the last time I visited them was to introduce my small infant son Joe. And a few years later, I was so very sad to hear of Arthur's passing. I felt so deeply that I had lost a dear friend. I truly recommend to young reade
rs to meet those you respect and admire in your field of endeavour, because they will delight in your company and they will encourage you - and do so before they become frail will age - you will both enjoy the experience. Arthur gave me the address of his nephew Matthew and not long after, I met Matthew and his family in Newcastle where I had one of my studios. Matthew encouraged me to keep drawing during a difficult time of Post Grad at uni. And so I went on to develop a Master Drawing Class. On deciding to return to teaching after parenting for a decade and more, I remembered my past studios. Shared spaces with an atmosphere of joyful productive camaraderie - a friendly and supportive and peaceful studio where each can feel their brightness expanding, the hum of creative energy, accompanied by great conversation, stories, hilarity, delicious nourishing food, beautiful music. I eventually realised I wanted to extend the fun - to offer a residential experience where we did not have to leave each other at the end of a class and where daily practice could develop skills - naturally, among friends and very quickly. And so, Art Adventures Australia is now born. cheers from Marion
Art Adventures Australia
Add yourself to the Email List for news of Art Adventures.
Art Adventures 
