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2026 Decor Trends: Why Realistic Floral Arts are Essential

28 May 2026

As we move through 2026, the Australian interior design landscape is undergoing a significant shift. We are seeing a move away from cold, mass-produced minimalism towards biophilic decor—spaces that breathe, live, and reflect the natural world. At the heart of this movement is a resurgence of realistic floral arts in Australia, as homeowners seek to … Continue reading 2026 Decor Trends: Why Realistic Floral Arts are Essential

The Process Behind Realistic Portrait Art Commissions

23 April 2026

There is something profoundly different about a hand-painted portrait compared to a digital photograph. While a photo captures a millisecond, a portrait captures a presence. As an artist who spent years in the high-precision world of telecommunications and aerospace engineering, I approach realistic portrait art commissions with a unique blend of technical discipline and artistic … Continue reading The Process Behind Realistic Portrait Art Commissions

Wannon Falls in Western Victoria

24 February 2026

On two occasions I have returned from a road trip to Adelaide via the south-eastern region of South Australia. I prefer the quieter roads, the greener pastures and the forests of this route. Clearly, this area has volcanic origins and my task here was to capture the wonderful gritty surfaces of the exposed rocky layers. … Continue reading Wannon Falls in Western Victoria

Amalfi Mediterranean Sunset Italy

26 January 2026

The Costa d’Amalfi is rightly famous for its small villages clinging to the steep cliffs and nestling into the narrow valleys in between craggy mountains of southern Italy. Positano, Praiano, Amalfi and Ravello are well-known tourist magnets, approached by a narrow serpentine road hewn into the cliff sides above the bejewelled Mediterranean Sea. As a … Continue reading Amalfi Mediterranean Sunset Italy

Cascade Mountain Banff Alberta

9 December 2025

The luxury Rocky Mountain train winds leisurely through the gorge of the Fraser River after leaving Vancouver, British Columbia. Two days later, it arrives in Banff, Alberta. As I sat there in my comfortable seat, surrounded by an absolutely awesome, ever-changing landscape, I felt compelled to capture the most memorable striking scene of the trip … Continue reading Cascade Mountain Banff Alberta