Through the Looking Glass

Recently two of my friends had a joint birthday party, fancy dress theme.  (ok the theme was Game of thrones but I wasn’t feeling it).  I had these gorgeous papers by KaiserCraft from their ‘Through the Looking-Glass’ paper set.  They are very floral and vibrant, but there are also the classic illustrations by Tenniel throughout […]

Wedding triptych – mixed media art

I have not posted for a while, as I was extremely busy with work right up to the day I went to Europe (yay) for nearly a  month.  There was sightseeing involved of course, but the main purpose was to attend my brother’s wedding.  He has lived in London for the past 10 years, and […]

Mixed media – Paper Blocking

I created this for the August 2014 Craft stamper ‘Take it, make it‘, it is the first time I have entered anything like this and I enjoyed the opportunity to play around and challenge myself.  NOTE:  sadly I missed out uploading this by the cut off (I blame the International Date Line), but I still […]

Breakout 5: Self-Defence For Women: How To Write a Fight Scene – RWAus14

Susanna Rogers – 2nd degree black belt in kickboxing, published romance author.  Publishes under the name Nina Blake  likes to feel powerful teaches kickboxing can’t run, catch or throw, but can kick and punch   When in stressful situation or danger:  fight or flight mechanism kicks in Physiological changes include: heart rate rises increased blood […]

Breakout 4: The Dark Side: Psychology, psychopathy and stalking – RWAus14

I have to admit that I had a great time at the dinner on Saturday night, and went to a room party afterwards.  I decided to sleep in a bit on Sunday morning so I missed the first session of the day (which was noted as TBA in my schedule anyway), and got there in […]

Saturday final session: AMG & Wrap up – RWAus14

Presentation of the First Sale ribbons There were quite a few this year – I think 25 or so standing at the front, and of course others who were not present.  I didn’t record names, I am sure the list will be available in Hearts Talk or on the website.  Congratulations to all 🙂 AGM:  […]

Sunday Program – RWAus14

Again, my breakout sessions are highlighted. 07:30 Registration opens 08:00 Arrival Tea & Coffee 08:20-08:30 Housekeeping 08:30-09:00 TBA  (this was the early program, not sure what ended up going here) 09:00-09:15 Harlequin Digital – Malle Valick 09:15-10:15 Audition Submission – Selected Editors & Agents 10:15-10:45 Morning Tea 10:45-12:15 Sunday Breakout Session 1 Self Publishing 101 […]