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28/10/2026

Super thankful to Ivan Muir and Nivara Lounge for displaying the 4x Found in Nature Lightboxes, it is somehow the perfect space! You have just over 4 weeks to go in there, enjoy amazing music, great conversations and see my artwork. Nivara Lounge is a legendary creative space and the very last day it will be open is November 30th, and a huge Open Mic event. Go support them!

Also big thank you to hubby Zade Zag , who helped create the crate lightboxes, and for installing it for me 💚

"Found in Nature is a personal lens on the world around me. As an AuDHD artist, I use digital manipulation on photography of nature and found objects to replicate how my mind processes detail, texture, and light.
Set into rustic frames crafted from recycled ABC b**r crates, these illuminated acrylic lightboxes bring those internal reflections into focus—inviting you to step inside how I see the world."

28/10/2026

It is a dream come true to see my vision and creations come to life!

Super thankful to Ivan Muir and Nivara Lounge for displaying the 4x Found in Nature Lightboxes, it is somehow the perfect space! You have just over 4 weeks to go in there, enjoy amazing music, great conversations and see my artwork. Nivara Lounge is a legendary creative space and the very last day it will be open is November 30th, and a huge Open Mic event. Go support them!

Also big thank you to hubby Zade Zag , who helped create the crate lightboxes, and for installing it for me 💚

If you know me, you will be aware of how big of a step it is to be putting myself out there and sharing my art with the public.

"Found in Nature is a personal lens on the world around me. As an AuDHD artist, I use digital manipulation on photography of nature and found objects to replicate how my mind processes detail, texture, and light.
Set into rustic frames crafted from recycled ABC b**r crates, these illuminated acrylic lightboxes bring those internal reflections into focus—inviting you to step inside how I see the world."

12/10/2026

Sleeves for Crutches handles!

Something a bit different today. First prototype of a sleeve to cover the extra padding on crutches.

What do you think?

Someone that attend a group I facilitate is on wheelchair and has double crutches. I've noticed they added extra foam with sellatape to the handles. After talking to them, it was clear not only it was uncomfortable but ugly.

Hopefully this will make it more comfortable for them, and a little prettier too!

10/10/2026

Luminous Heritage: Weaving Through Chaos

Excited to share my latest political piece.

Set against a background of red and blue, the left builds up through paper collage weaving while the right works to pull it down. Slithering through the center layers from the right is an army green monster, embodying the creeping forces of destruction and takeover.

Standing strong against the noise is a glowing UV lime green layer featuring indigenous graphism and the West African Sankofa sign—a sacred reminder that reaching back to our heritage gives us the light to protect our future.

💡 Tip: Turn on a blacklight to watch the ancestral glow come alive!

Legado Luminoso: Tecendo em meio ao Caos

Animada para compartilhar minha mais recente obra de cunho político.
Tendo como pano de fundo as cores vermelho e azul, o lado esquerdo se ergue através de uma trama de colagem de papel, enquanto o lado direito trabalha para derrubá-lo. Serpenteando pelo centro, vindo da direita, surge um monstro verde-militar, personificando as forças insidiosas de destruição e dominação.

Firmemente posicionada em meio ao ruído, destaca-se uma camada em verde-limão fluorescente (reativo à luz UV), exibindo grafismos indígenas e o símbolo Sankofa, da África Ocidental — um lembrete sagrado de que resgatar nossas raízes nos dá a luz necessária para proteger o nosso futuro.

💡 Dica: Acenda uma luz negra para ver o brilho ancestral ganhar vida!

09/10/2026

Green Pixie 💚

I’m obsessed with the idea that nature leaves behind its own artwork if you're willing to look closely enough. These dried leaves and the delicate insect wing sat with me for a long time, carrying the blueprint of a forest spirit I couldn't stop thinking about. Green Pixie is the result of that long-held vision—a blend of raw, collected elements and bold green textures that turn quiet, found objects into something magical.

Sou fascinada pela ideia de que a natureza deixa para trás suas próprias obras de arte, bastando apenas observar com atenção suficiente. Essas folhas secas e a asa delicada de inseto permaneceram comigo por muito tempo, carregando a essência de um espírito da floresta que não saía da minha mente. "Green Pixie" é o resultado dessa visão cultivada ao longo do tempo — uma combinação de elementos naturais brutos e texturas verdes marcantes que transformam objetos simples e encontrados ao acaso em algo mágico.

06/10/2026

Final preparation today on the frames for the 'Found in Nature' series, to be exhibited at Return: A Recovery and Empowerment Page 💚

Opening tomorrow and for a week only at The Meteor! Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week.

Opening Event: https://facebook.com/events/s/kaleidoscope-exhibition-openin/1396279125704733/

10/09/2026

Last Garment to Pattern class + Learning the basics of Darts!

Last night was our final Garment to Pattern class.

We started by learning all about darts. Not the kind you play at pubs, but the ones to give shape to garments.

Did I mention last week was all about sleeves, and dare I say it made me very nervous as it resembled way too much maths and geometry class!

We then had a chance to start cutting our Pattern and sewing our test Garment, which we would adjust if necessary. I didn't get far at sewing mine, as I was paying extra attention to cutting the thick wool as accurately as I could. I did get the front darts done, and discussed with my teacher steps to create the front facing and...my first ever lining!

I'm looking forward finishing this, so I can start the whole process on the detachable asymmetrical skirt! It will be a 'daytime/night-time' ready Garment and super duper warm. Ready for our chilly NZ festival nights.

05/06/2026

Doctor's Orders:

I have been recovering from another concussion 😅

The first 4 weeks were just...can't remember lol I guess fully on recovery mode.

I'm finally accessing some supports and been reassured things will get better, just a matter of time and patience.

Small steps, here and there.

I was asked to finally attempt to get back to some sewing projects, and start small...so I can build up my abilities and threshold.

Upcycling and mending are great ways to get back into sewing.

I choose this gorgeous green dress purchased from an opshop. I couldn't resist it as I love the fabric and color so much 💚, even though it was one size too big.

I've shorten the straps, and it was enough of an adjustment. I've hand-stitched some bling on the shoulders on top of where I shorten the straps, over the shoulders.

The bling was originally on a gorgeous cashmere cardigan I've had for years from Brazil, but sadly had moth holes in it. Don't worry, I'm using whatever I can of the cashmere, you know me! Probably wrist warmers!

17/04/2026

This beautiful hat was called 'mint' but it wasn't green enough for the Green Lady of Kirikiriroa (aka me!).

I used the same paint used on my boots and classic Reebok's.

Green enough now 💚

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