Inspiration is everywhere - the finer things in life!

With so many talented artists about these days it's always easy to look to other people's work for inspiration.

But what about looking around you...you know...the natural beauty that we take for granted.

As you know we recently took a trip to Sydney which included a visit to Taronga Zoo.

In one of the exhibits we saw some of the most amazing birds.

The colours of their feathers were exquisite and I couldn't help imaging these beautiful colours featured in a beaded piece.

Check out these gorgeous birds and their equally beautiful colour palettes!

Another favourite place of mine to draw inspiration in terms of colour is the garden.

Breathtaking ginger plants

Passion-fruit flower

Sometimes the simplest things in life can be the most beautiful.

What inspires you?

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Holiday fun in Newcastle and Sydney

Here are a few happy snaps from our recent trip to Newcastle and Sydney in New South Wales.

On the train from Newcastle to Sydney at around 6.50am!

Spencer and I at the Harry Potter Exhibition

The Weasley's flying car!

The "Knight bus"

Sydney Opera House

Sydney Harbour Bridge

On of my most dearest friends, Kristen. We've been friends since 1985!

Fountain in Hyde Park 

Spencer and I at Circular Quay 

Picasso exhibit at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Me on board the ferry on the way to Taronga Zoo 

On board the James Craig at the National Maritime Museum

Spencer and I entering the HMAS Onslow submarine at the National Maritime Museum

Me and my sister 

Spencer and my nieces, Taryn and Jaima 

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We had a fantastic week in Newcastle and Sydney.

As you can see we had a pretty busy week, coming home feeling exhausted.

I think I need another week just to get over this week!

♥