A weekend away at Karijini National Park saw Mother Emu fiercely guarding her chicks from nearby humans, while the kangaroos quickly fled the scene.

My childhood was filled with sightseeing adventures while living and playing along the Perth foreshore, especially around Matilda Bay and the beautiful grounds of the University of Western Australia.

No.73 in my series of short stories. The Local Grocer The Local Grocer. One of 3 in this series. I am describing this painting that holds deep personal significance to me, capturing memories of my childhood. I am trying to vividly capture a transformative period in Perth's history, shaped by the industrious efforts of multicultural migrant families. Their contribution is more than just agricultural it ads significantly to the cultural and economic fabric of the regions,

Memories of Marble Bar's Ironclad Hotel. The people and their stories.

Australian Red Kangaroo or Big Red as we referred to them.

A great day out lunching on the Yule river after a cyclone has brought seasonal rains to the area.

Me and My Red Dog on Roy Hill Station trying to get him onto the back tray of our Landcruiser.

These dancing trees were one of my favourites to draw and paint after gum trees.

Self-Discovery: Teaching myself art has encouraged self-discovery and creativity.

Canvas Oil painting taped to the homestead building that was built with stone and limestone for the walls. Local timber and a corrugated iron roof

Hay Street Perth Western Australia