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The unique and textural pieces by artist Rachael McCallum

Art that evokes interest and makes you look twice. Maybe even three times... that's what today's ceramic artist Rachael McCallum inspires to do with...

Art as meditation: The warm and textured works by textile artist Monica Henry

Art is extremely personal. It can bring contrast, interest and emotion to a room. But sometimes, the story behind the art is just as...

How to kill ugly wall paint: Expert tips to cover strong paint colours

If you’ve ever tried to paint over hot peach walls or bright blue ceilings and after FIVE coats that colour it is still shining...

Australian made ceramics: The perfectly imperfect creations from Alice Bell Ceramics

We recently discovered the Australian made ceramics by artist, Alice Bell and we immediately fell head over heels in love. They're raw, rustic and...

Art to celebrate the human form: Abstract artist Kate Florence

Colour and joy. That's what today's feature artist, Kate Florence, captures with her wonderful abstract art as she focuses on celebrating the human form. We...

Creating mindfulness through art: A chat with ceramicist, Abbey Jamieson

Art has a way of making you feel something. A connection or story, brought to life through the artist. Ceramic artist Abbey Jamieson is...

The bold and the beautiful: A chat with artist Samantha Hobbelen

If you're looking for a pick me up or a touch of colour to brighten your day, then you're going to love today's artist...

Sweet and whimsical children’s artwork from Dreams and Clouds

When it comes to decorating your child's bedroom, you want it to be fun right?! Their space should be full of colour, joy and...

Weaving magic through her art: A chat with Australian tapestry artist Lee Leibrandt

We love rediscovering old styles of art that are new and trendy again. Just as we did when we stumbled upon Australian tapestry artist...

How to select paint colours to make a room feel larger

Selecting the right paint colour is tricky enough at the best of times, but when you're dealing with a small space, it's more critical...

Sharing her connection to country: A chat with Indigenous artist, Lou Martin

It's clear from just one glance that Indigenous artist, Lou Martin, paints with joy and spirit. Her pieces are filled with love, passion and...

Cotton candy colours and whimsical strokes from artist Britty Flynn

You know when you see a piece of art and it instantly makes you feel happy? That's the emotional reaction we got when we...

The Block 2020: Week 12 — Pool and backyard reveal

Final room reveal! We're going to miss all the tears, tantrums and dramas! It's been a wild ride on The Block 2020 and we...

Uncovering the unique woven wall art from Studio Nom

In an art world dominated by painters and potters, it's wonderful to spy something new and a little bit different. We are delighted to...

The Block 2020: Week 11 — Studio and garage reveal

The end of The Block 2020 is edging closer and we're getting so excited for auction day! Who are you tipping to win? Our...

The Block 2020: Week 10 — Front garden and facade reveal

If the contestants thought last week was a biggie, then nothing could prepare them for an even crazier week with the front garden and...

The Block 2020: Week 9 — Hallway, powder room and laundry reveal

For many of us, a hallway isn't all that big a deal — unless, of course, you're on The Block! Often called 'Hell week',...

The Block 2020: Week 8 — Upstairs reveal, guest bedrooms + additional rooms

This week on The Block, the teams are set the challenge to complete their upstairs reveal. It's different for each team, with everyone delivering...

Get summer holiday ready with sand-free beach mats from Ninon Designs

Summer is coming, which means trips to the beach are an absolute must. But if you're anything like us, a beach visit can turn...

The Block 2020: Week 7 — Living and dining reveal

Following on from what the judges called, the best kitchens The Block has ever seen, it's living and dining reveal time! So how did the contestants fare...

Discover the delicate and detailed graphite illustrations of Emily Wright, AHKI.

Melbourne-based artist Emily Wright of AHKI works across a range of mediums, including lino print, digital illustration and oil painting, but is most well-known...

The Block 2020: Week 6 — Kitchen reveal

It's kitchen week on The Block and this year, the couples are embracing new design ideas like curved island benches and oversized floating shelves....

How art is taking on climate change: An interview with photographer Lisa Michele Burns

We can all enjoy and appreciate beautiful photography. But when a photograph has true meaning and intention behind it, that really gets our attention....

Calling all artists, Bluethumb’s 2020 Art Prize is here!

Are you an artist looking to gain more exposure, cred or cash to take your career to the next level? Pay attention: Bluethumb’s 2020...