2008 - December...

Sending Blessings of Happiness, Love, Peace and Smiley Things Your Way!  Thanks for visiting and for all your support feedback, fun and friendship...

p.s. For those keeping up, there have been some updates to the following Fluffy Friends...Bluey, Sparkle, Indigo Wilde, Harvey, Davey and Group pics.  I'd also like you to meet Bubba Happy!

2008 - November...

More Ducks in the Palace, sunshine in Melbourne Town and creativity in the air.  You?

As for the Blessed Beings (Nutters), a few have recently returned from Adventures.  Titch has been to the Melbourne Cup, Albert has been all over the place, Rascal drove a forklift and Sparkle has been in a recording studio!  Big thanks to all those who are adopting these furry friends and spreading the smiles!

2008 - October...

Have been back in the Studio quite a bit lately, painting and printing.  Four of my paintings were part of the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart College 111 Jasper Road Bentleigh VIC 3204 Art Exhibition on the weekend of 17-19th October 2008.

A limited number of dragonfly T-Shirts are now available for sale!  Finally, I hear you say!!!

The Blessed Beings (Nutters) are in full swing!  I've created fluffy friends, each with their own distinct personality.  A number are available for little adventures and they are coming and going all the time, adding smiles to our world.

2008 - September...

Bluey found a special place in someone's heart, Mulligan and Albert have been on an undocumented adventure, been home and have now left for new adventures, Muffin has been playing in the park, Mulberry is back from living with the Hart Koster family, Henry is still out and about, Ginger has been on a Farm Stay and has returned home safely, Bob went to Daylesford, Sebastian is home resting after a big adventure, Frosbie is still staying with a Greenie Family and Happy never strays far from home.

What's it all about, you ask?  Blessed Beings (aka The Nutters).  Stay tuned, more soon!  Or click on the photo of Sebastian to get a sneak peek...

And I have finally completed a few more paintings...visit Ready To Hang or Frame Me!

2008 - August...

Greetings!  And here is the latest news... There have been recent updates to New Owners Gallery, Duck Palace, Smiley Photos and Links, and some of my paintings have gone on a little adventure to brighten the walls of Wallies Lollies http://www.lolly.com.au/ in Box Hill, Victoria...thanks Peter and Michelle!  And in the dark of the night, I have been creating a few little Fluffy Friends known as the Nutters...

Also, I'm thrilled to announce that Dianne Ward has a new website! Visit http://www.holisticfusion.com.au/

to find out more about what this talented woman has to offer.

2008 - July...

Feeling good!  I've received an Honorable Mention after recently entering an international card competition.   http://www.tut.com/contestwinners.htm

A little update...more Ducks have moved into the Palace!

More changes to this site have been completed, and some limited T-SHIRTS are on their way... stay tuned!

2008 - June...

I know, I know...things have been a little quiet here lately.  Perhaps the chill of Melbourne winter :-)? 

Have completed more behind the scenes site maintenance and all being well you won't notice many changes.  Regardless, your feedback is always appreciated.  There have been a few alterations and additions to our Links page and yet more arrivals in Duck Palace for which I am always truly grateful!

Here's a recent article about my 5 year old friend, Sam Valavanis.

http://www.frankstonleader.com.au/article/2008/06/16/37022_fsv_news.html

Also, did you know that the crane at the new Royal Children's Hospital site is named Alexander

after one of the hospital's 3 year old patients? :-)  

2008 - May...

I have finally completed a new large abstract acrylic...visit Ready To Hang for more info or click on the image for a better view...   And BIG THANKS for the new arrivals in Duck Palace!

2008 - May...

Working on some website upgrades and maintenance...would love some feedback from those "Glitch Hunters" out there!!!  For those who keep an eye on Duck Palace, one two of the choccy Easter Quackers have been munched, and yes, as yummy as they looked!!! 

2008 - April...

A long while between updates!  I've been away on a little adventure (with creative supplies but without technology) for part of this month.  Some new drawings have appeared in my sketchbook after rediscovering coloured pencils, but they are far from finished and certainly not fit for publishing...yet!  Also, if anyone is interested in viewing some ceramics that I have decided to sell (from my personal collection) please let me know.  Thanks!

2008 - March...

Have been back in the studio with new creations and completing some orders.  The rain arrived in Melbourne this week and there are no leaks in my studio!  BIG THANKS DAVO!!!  It's a little tricky checking for leaks without a heavy downpour...  Also, imagine my delight when I returned to my car after a recent shopping expedition... a van with my TTE logo parked nearby!  OK, I know, easily impressed... :-)

2008 - March - TUT

Jambo!  I went to a meeting of TUT's Adventure's Club on Tuesday night and all day Wednesday... and am feeling inspired and truly blessed!  If you need a dose of smiley things in your inbox each weekday, you too can join TUT's Adventurer's Club and sign up for free "Notes From The Universe!" http://www.tut.com/

Thoughts

become things...

choose the

good ones!®

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2008 - March - Artz Blitz

The 2008 theme?  "Free".  A 3 year old friend and I both entered the competition together this year.  It's lots of fun painting with someone else.  And rather than paint like crazy for almost 24 hours straight, I decided to take it a lot easier this year.  No need for the red cordial when I have a good night sleep! 

Am looking forward to seeing the exhibition over the next week or so.

2008 - February - KAN Artsfest

A few hardy KAN members braved the windy weather at the most recent Artsfest.  The displays were minimal due to the gusty conditions, however the artists and writers were as enthusiastic as ever.  Bopping along to Mojo helped us keep warm!

2008 - Lost In (Cyber) Space...

Yeah!  We're back!!!  Due to some external technical challenges, this site recently disappeared for a little while. Hope this didn't cause any inconvenience and if so I'd like to thank you for your patience and understanding during our romp in cyberspace. 

It is possible that there may still be a few missing pictures or broken links, so if you find any, I'd appreciate you letting me know so they can be fixed as soon as possible.  Unfortunately it is likely that any emails sent to us from approx 7th - 14th February 2008 also have vanished into the ether...hmmm, sorry.   

Most importantly, thanks to those whose support was invaluable during our romp.  We're glad to be back!

A little Reminder - Next KAN Artsfest Saturday 23rd February 2008 - just scroll down for further info...

2008 - February - Sam Valavanis update

For those interested in the progress of Sam Valavanis, you may be like to view the following link.

http://www.visionaustralia.org.au/info.aspx?page=823&news=565  Five year-old Sam started school at Vision Australia's Burwood Education Centre yesterday...(photo from the Vision Australia Site).

2008 - February - KAN - Art In The Community - Artsfests

Outdoor art exhibitions at Hazel Pierce Reserve on the banks of Mordialloc Creek, where members of KAN (Kingston Arts Network) gather to display and sell their creations. 

Saturday 2nd February:  3.30pm-9.00pm, Saturday 23rd February:  3.30pm-9.00pm and Sunday 16th March: 9.00am-5.00pm...(not yet sure which one(s) I'll be attending, but will update it here soon).

2008 - January - KAN - Art In The Community - Globe to Globe

A few of my paintings were on display at the Globe to Globe World Music Festival on 26th and 27th January 2008, Namatjira Park in Clayton South as part of the KAN (Kingston Arts Network) stall.  I spent a little time at Globe on Sunday morning whilst everything was just warming up and would like to thank Dorothy for all her hard work!

2008 - New Owners Club

As a THANK YOU for allowing me to use their gorgeous faces in the New Owners Gallery, this smiley lot now qualify for a 10% discount on the price of any future Sammy Nuttall paintings they purchase!  That includes "Ready To Hang", "Ready To Frame" and "Little Paintings".

Own Sammy Art, are not yet included in the New Owners Gallery and would like to be?  Please just send us a  photo (not too big) of you and your art via email or post and we'll happily add you to our page. 

Here's just a sample...

2008 - January...

A few personal thoughts... 

Each year I aim to be happier and healthier than the year before, to continue to follow my instincts, to add a little joy to our world and to leave things at least a little better than the way I found them, always remembering to be grateful for all the wonderful blessings in our lives.  Resolutions or just a positive way to live? 

This year in particular I'm going to try to do one little thing each day to enhance my wellbeing and that of those around me.  By each doing a tiny bit our world has to become a happier, healthier place for all.  Happy Journeying!

A Little Note: Sometimes the big ideas are hard to stick to, so I find that travelling through a list of little challenges is easier to tackle than a big mountain!  Needing inspiration?  Visit Quotes + Affirmations...

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