Rainforest Diaries

Inside the Studio: The Slow, Sacred Art of Mixed-Media Painting
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Inside the Studio: The Slow, Sacred Art of Mixed-Media Painting
Creating art at The Sandstone House in the Rainforest is a quiet, intentional, and deeply grounded process. Each artwork begins long before the first mark is made, with natural materials gathered from the land—sandstone dust, soil, plant fibres, and crystal-infused water—woven into its earliest layers. Words, blessings, and prayers are written into the foundation, adding meaning that can be sensed rather than seen. Through slow, layered mixed-media techniques, each piece unfolds organically, echoing the textures and rhythms of the rainforest that surrounds my home. The result is artwork that feels earthy, refined, and energetically alive—created to bring calm, beauty, and grounding presence into your space.
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The Sandstone House in the Rainforest: A Creative Sanctuary Where Nature Shapes Art
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The Sandstone House in the Rainforest: A Creative Sanctuary Where Nature Shapes Art
Nestled deep within the Buderim rainforest, The Sandstone House is where my art, my rituals, and my slow-living lifestyle all converge. Built from ancient stone and surrounded by birdsong, shifting light, and lush greenery, this home is both sanctuary and muse. Here, nature is not simply a backdrop—it is an active collaborator in my creative process. Textures from bark, seed pods, fallen leaves, and sandstone formations find their way into my mixed-media artwork, grounding each piece in the spirit of the land. This is a place where stillness inspires, where creativity is nourished, and where art is born from the beauty and quiet wisdom of the rainforest.
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Introducing the Sandstone Collection: Art Born From the Ancient Stones of My Home
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Introducing the Sandstone Collection: Art Born From the Ancient Stones of My Home
The Sandstone Collection is my first signature body of work, inspired by the ancient stones that surround my rainforest home. Their warm neutrals, subtle pinks and creams, and layered striations guide both the palette and texture of each piece. I blend natural materials—sandstone dust, earth pigments, and plant fibres—into the foundations, creating artworks that feel grounding, tactile, and softly atmospheric. Hidden beneath the textured layers are written blessings and intentions, offering depth and quiet meaning. These earthy, neutral-toned pieces are designed to bring serenity, warmth, and a sense of natural connection into modern spaces. This collection marks the beginning of a creative journey rooted deeply in land, story, and stillness.
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