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PADEY, Sandy

Oct 14, 2026 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, History, Painting & Illustration, Photography, The Arts

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The Art Appreciation Formula

 

An Art Guide’s method for analysing and interpreting Western Historical Paintings

Written by an experienced museum guide, this book transforms Western Art Appreciation from a stuffy chore into an exhilarating, personal experience.

By prioritising insight over exhaustive facts, it provides a practical toolkit to analyse and interpret paintings confidently. Rejecting neutral documentation, the author encourages readers to defy popular opinion and develop unique, personal tastes. It ensures your next museum visit is deeply empowering and fulfilling.

Understand and interpret paintings:

  • Features 100+ high-quality images
  • Historical and religious context
  • Painting characteristics
  • Side-by-side comparisons of similar paintings
  • How to identify painting genres and famous artists
  • How to analyse and interpret paintings in 26 steps

What you will find in this book:

The book is organised into two main parts. The first one explains the various art genres, and the second teaches you to analyse and interpret paintings. Part 1 of the book covers the Western Art Timeline from 850 BCE through to 1885 CE. This involves understanding the various art genres and periods from the Greek Empire through to Impressionism in the 1800s. This includes the historical and political context of the different genres, which influenced their uniquely different styles. It gives you the skills to identify a painting’s genre and the signature styles of the most famous artists. Part 2 of the book features the Art Appreciation Toolkit, modelled on the author’s art tours, and teaches you to analyse and interpret paintings through two perspectives: Visual analysis and Understanding & Interpretation.

What’s different about this book:

It is not a neutral book that passively documents art. The content included and opinions expressed, including the paintings and artists featured, and indeed the relative volume of content of different topics, are based on the author’s own perception and preferences of which art he finds exceptional, sometimes against popular opinion. The reader is encouraged not to necessarily agree with these choices, but to use this “I’ll decide what’s amazing” approach to appreciate art in their own, deeply personal way (and not follow the herd).

DALY, C.C

Oct 21, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Painting & Illustration, Photography, Poetry, The Arts

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Froth & Bubble

 

Poetry and Artwork

From 1975, as a 10-year-old, C.C. Daly has written and drawn… Froth and Bubbles is a collection of what has survived up until 2007 and beyond.

Life is mostly froth and bubble, Two things stand like stone. Kindness in another’s trouble, Courage in your own.
— Adam Lindsay Gordon

About the Author

 

A Mum and Nanna.

Person of a thousand careers (if you’re NOT happy somewhere, move on!)

One career, being a last Tram Conductor in Melbourne.

Renovator, Crafter, Furniture Upcycler, Artist…

Definitely, experienced the ‘Froth & Bubble’ of Life.

STRATTON, Abigail

May 12, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Family History, Keely McKinnon, Memoir, Painting & Illustration, Poetry, Poetry by Women, Psychology \ Mental Health, Self-help \ Personal Development, Writing

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Life Through Art

Revive creative freedom, heal from trauma and embody spiritual wisdom

You don’t need to be a technically good artist to use art as a vehicle for healing or self-realisation. All you need is your preferred art medium and a willingness to move across the page in whatever way you’re called.

In Life Through Art, Abigail shares the personal experiences that guided her to embody an art healing modality. That is, a method of visual art where the individual relinquishes the urge to control the outcome on the page in lieu of liberating what their intuition seeks to express. It is a stream of consciousness approach to artmaking which promotes healing benefits beyond the satisfaction of executing a particular image.

Through original art, poetry and incisive self-reflection, the author explores the connection between being creative, healing from trauma, and becoming more aware of the spiritual world. This is offered as a guide for how we can use art healing to flow into a more fulfilling path.

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About the Author

Abigail is a writer, fascinated by the relationship between art and spiritual healing. Art-making is what helped her become more aware of the spiritual world and spiritual healing helped her connect even deeper with her intuitive art practice; She marries the two to unlock the beauty in every day.

She holds a Bachelor of Communications from University of Technology, Sydney as well as an Advanced Certificate of Energy Healing and a Teaching Certificate from the Ashati Institute of Energy Healing. Abigail published her first book; My Horse Is My Guide in 2024.

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STARK, Amaria

Mar 26, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Earth \ Nature, Historical Fiction, Painting & Illustration

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Silent Sentinel

 

The Story of a Redgum

A gnarled old redgum stands by the creek. It has witnessed many changes since it first sprouted among the ancient basalt stones more than three centuries ago.

This book is an artist’s impression of the stories it could tell; of the Wurundjeri people who followed the rhythm of the seasons to the arrivel of strangers who settled and made their new home among the gumtrees.

It tell of change that came as both the tree and the city continued to grow, and the grasslands disappeared. It is a story of human impact on the land, but ends on anote of hope for the future as people become aware of the tree, standing as a silent sentinel on the land which is our legacy.

About the Author

 

Amaria was born in country Victoria, spent her early years in remote Arnhem Land, and now lives in Melbourne. Her parents migrated to Australia from the Netherlands, and she was the first of nine children. They grew up speaking two languages, without a TV, but surrounded by books and opportunities to use their imagination. Amaria’s childhood ambition was to become an artist or an author… instead she became a primary school teacher and has especially enjoyed teaching Visual Art. She never stopped drawing or writing, however, and as her teaching years drew to a close, her first book, Silent Sentinel was finally published.

SHAW, Natalie

Feb 26, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Children's Books, Education Studies & Teaching, Painting & Illustration, Victoria

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My Busy Brain

Finally A Book That Helps Families Talk About ADHD!

Meet Max, a child with a busy brain, big feelings, and amazing ideas. Together, you’ll learn how to understand and manage ADHD with love and care. Perfect for kids aged 4-9 and their families to read and explore together!

DITTMANN, Andrew

Aug 29, 2024 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Children's Books, Education Studies & Teaching, Painting & Illustration, Perth, The Arts, Western Australia

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Mummy Is A Miner

Step into the exciting world of mining with Mummy is a Miner! This delightful children’s book introduces young readers to the many
rewarding careers that can be pursued within the mining industry.

From geologists to engineers, operators to environmental scientists, Mummy is a Miner breaks down gender stereotypes and promotes inclusion within the workforce.

Through colourful illustrations and engaging descriptions, children will learn about the diverse and vital roles that many people play within this fascinating industry.

Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom discussions or explaining mining to non-miners, Mummy is a Miner is the perfect book for those interested in discovering the world of mining.

Andrew Dittmann self-published author

About the Author

 

Andrew Dittmann is a passionate and dedicated advocate of the mining industry. With a background in Mining Engineering and a love for creative writing, Andrew combines his technical expertise and storytelling abilities to influence positive change within the industry and to educate and inspire the next generation of miners. Drawing from his own experiences in the mining industry, Andrew aims to shine a light on the incredible opportunities available to everyone, regardless of gender.

Andrew’s writing is inspired by his desire to educate and empower the next generation. He hopes this book will inspire children everywhere to pursue their passions and believe in their limitless potential.

“Mummy is a Miner” is Andrew’s debut children’s book. The book was inspired by strong women he has met throughout his career combined with his ongoing drive to change the public perception of the mining industry, break down gender stereotypes and foster inclusive work environments.

When he’s not writing, Andrew enjoys catching up with friends, playing sport, mentoring young professionals, and spending time with his family. As a founding member of Australia’s non-for-profit group Young Mining Professionals, he is passionate about the future of the mining industry and is actively engaged in providing a platform for mining’s future leaders to connect, learn and develop around the world.

Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-dittmann to learn more about his work and upcoming projects.