Australian How To Paint

From Calligrapher to Wildlife Artist

I was born in Brisbane and have spent a large part of my life here. The sub-tropical climate makes it easy to be outside, consequently I constantly have my camera at the ready. I have travelled extensively throughout our wonderful country from the outback to the coast, and have acquired a deep respect for our native flora and fauna.

I have been drawing and painting since primary school, earning the Art Prize in my last year at high school. In Grade 7 I was introduced to Calligraphy, further down the

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