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German born artist Claire Schmidt stumbled across her idea of heaven, when at the young age of 16 she studied at the Division of Rydal Penrhos School at Colwyn Bay in Wales.

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Bennetts Head local, Gabrielle Scollay, recently designed a new beachwear range. We caught up with her to talk textiles and kaftans. Read more

This month we caught up with Suey McEnnally, an artist who draws her inspiration from the local landscapes and loves to escape to her hideaway in the hills of Elands when she can.

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We recently caught up with local artist Rod Spicer to talk art, oils and this magnificent local landscape he loves to paint.

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Anna Robertson speaks with Chris Fagerstrom, Art Director at Juzvolter, about the perfection of graphic design and the freedoom found in the imperfection of his personal art.

 

 

 

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FOCUS catches up with home grown artist, Vicki White, to talk about her artistic inspirations, her work and latest exhibition at the Manning Regional Gallery.

 

 

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FOCUS catches up with local Artist Sharon Tudor Smith and talks about her artistic inspirations, the Archibald, her latest work and exhibition at the Other Side Gallery.
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Tarryn Jade is an artist with skills far beyond her eighteen years. We first met her at last month’s Pacific Palms Art Show and were touched by her works. Tarryn speaks with Focus about her passion for the paintbrush.
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Christine Calabria is from Artisans Retreat and runs a jewelry workshop. We recently participated and thought our readers should know more.

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Kadek Wijaya is a popular artist who moved from Ubud to start a new life with his Australian wife, Jacqueline. After finally settling into an unfamiliar culture and welcoming two sons into their family, Jacqueline was diagnosed with cancer. His story of survival and an unexpected artistic journey is inspirational.
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Jaycent Davies is spreading his creative wings over the Manning Great Lakes. We catch up with the local artist.
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Local Artist and 2010 Archibald Prize entrant, Don Gentle, speaks with Focus about the inspirations behind his works.
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David Nash is a very talented local artist who owns the Fallen Art Tattoo shop in Taree. We speak with him about his career path.
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Sally West is an international artist who will be exhibiting at Moby’s Resort on Blueys Beach this month on the 25th.
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