November 8, 2019

A Boy, a Bird and a Dream

Tom is my name and let me introduce you to my bird. My bird sort just flew in one day and has remained by my side since then. But do you want to know what I really wish for? A friend. Some one to stroll through the flowers with. A friend who will chat and […]
November 4, 2019

Girl walking in the sun

Hi, my name is Mary. I love to walk in the sun and enjoy the sunny days. I stroll and wander my neighbourhood just enjoying the quiet warmth of the sun. The work forms part of Tom and Mary story of friendship in difficult times, a short story that I am thinking about writing. Original […]
October 26, 2019October 26, 2019

Will you be my fiend?

My name is Tom and I am out for a walk. It is a bright and sunny day. The flowers are blooming and finally Spring has started. I am enjoying the sunshine so much better than winter . Rain would be great – drought is coming, but I don’t want to think about. In my […]
October 23, 2019

Bird’s Nest – the beginning

Bird’s nest – the beginning was created as part of my new series, Nesting, which has been inspired the magpies at our bush block that have become my friends and call me to daily for food and water. A bird’s nest signals the beginning of precious life that is starting to flourish. The image was created by […]
October 20, 2019October 20, 2019

Flower Girl

I live in country Victoria surrounded by flowers, bush and native animals which inspire me on a daily basis to paint. My work is illustrative in nature as I love to create work that makes people smile with it’s simplicity and bright colours. Original artworks are available on https://bluethumb.com.au/mcbates90/Artwork/flower-girl-michelle-thompson Mugs and bags are available at […]
October 18, 2019

Thank you

I am so excited – I sold a painting on Bluethumb.com.au. I hope that my girls give the purchaser as much pleasure and happiness I have had in creation process. Thank-you Bluethumb and of course, to the fabulous purchaser.
October 6, 2019

Finally back in the game

After a rather traumatic year so far, I am finally started to create new work using Play Doh, light and photography. I do love to play and create intriguing works from the usual. Here is what I have done so far.
January 12, 2019

Grasses

Grasses was created as part of my new series, Markings of I, which explores life, experiences and marking our mark on the world to give our lives meaning and value. Grasses is now for sale in my shop located at artloversaustralia.com.au #visitvictoria #visitvic#visitvictoriaaustralia#visitmacedonranges #macedonranges#daylesfordmacedonlife #lensculture#abstract #abstractphoto#australianphotography #art #artphoto#bifbo2018 #capturemagazine#fineartphotography #photography#photo #macro#constructedphotography#landscapephotography #landscape #artloversaustralia #surrealism #nature #plants #flowers #fauna #blackcatgallery #australianphotographymagazine #ccp #nikon #nikonaustralia #ballaratfoto
December 4, 2018

Underground

Underground from the Bridging series, which explores the impact of the Riddells Creek Rail Bridge the surrounding environment.The image was created by building a layering feathers, and plants on a hand dyed cloth, beneath which, was placed a small light source.Underground is now for sale in my shop located at artloversaustralia.com.au
December 3, 2018

Feathery Tunnel