2009 - December...

Welcome to the Festive Season!

The JOCF at Mentone RSL last month saw a large number of KAN Members gather to show their stuff.  From visual artists to choirs, basket makers to sculptors, writers to photographers, the day had something for everyone.  Unfortunately it was a rather rainy day, but fortunately we were gathered indoors rather than on the banks of the Mordialloc Creek.  Thanks to those of you I saw on the day and for those that bought paintings or cards, I hope they're bringing you much joy.  Extra special thanks to those who helped on the day, in particular, the wonderful  Lampshade.  Photos of the day are available on the KAN website: http://www.kan.org.au/photos_2009_JOCF.htm

I was involved in a Kinder Arts Exhibition the next weekend and it was such a delight to share the exhibition with approx 75 preschoolers and some other grown up artists.  And to the new Sammy Nuttall Art Owners from that day, I hope you're still smiling and I'm looking forward to more pics for the New Owners Gallery.

And further to the site tweaks, a new page has been added.  Feedback is in it's infancy and contains a small number of the lovely messages I receive.  I'm just hoping I can find the old Christmas Cards I received from the Quackers living in England so I can add them too!

2009 - Late November...

Well for those frequent visitors to this site, you'll notice that we're undergoing some major renovations!  What started as a little spring clean has turned into a bit of an overhaul.  I'd appreciate you having a look around and letting me know if all the rooms are in order.  On the bottom of each page you'll now notice a "Share This" link which will enable to share this site with others more easily.

With December 'round the corner and another Arts Festival (at the local kinder) this weekend, my update on the KAN Joy Of Creativity Festival will have to wait 'til my next chat with you.

2009 - November...

Quack Quack!  For those playing at home, you should know what that means...yep, more ducks in the Palace.  A couple were lovely gifts from unexpected sources, which is always a joy.  Thank you!  And the cute Duck Ear Buds were a treat that I gave myself...how could I leave them behind?  If you visit Smiley Photos, you'll find new additions there too.

Have been busy preparing for the KAN Joy Of Creativity Festival, presented an evening about the KAN Website and Blog to members, received some extra special feedback and have even managed to play with feathers, glitter and superglue in the Studio.  Probably best you don't ask!

My blog is still chugging along http://sammynuttall.blogspot.com/ and it has something extra that you won't find on my website...a little video just to brighten your day.  Would love to hear what you think?  I also have a brand new Fan Page on facebook.  To find me there, just click on the link below or on the bottom of my blog.  Just a few different ways to share what I love doing so much!

2009 - More October!

Elliott has been hanging around the Whitsundays...lucky Nutter!  If you look really carefully you may be able to see him in the picture with The Big Mango.  I happened to be able to join Elliott on this adventure and managed a little bit of drawing whilst poolside.

Preparations are in full swing for the KAN Joy Of Creativity Festival to be held at Mentone RSL on 22nd November 2009.  Would love to see you there.  Please visit the KAN website for full details, mark it in your diary and tell your friends.

A couple of nights ago I bumped into a man that bought some of my art many years back.  He told me how much joy it had bought to him and in particular his grand daughter, Sahara.  Thanks for the feedback, Barry...it makes it all worthwhile.

2009 - October...

To Blog or not to Blog?  That is the question!  I've been investigating new technology, shopping carts, rss feeds, share this, blogs, paypal and all sorts of other options for this page lately (in my spare time of course...ha ha)!  Over time I hope to implement some changes, but I want them to be easy for both you and me, and cost effective as well.  That's why I still don't accept credit cards here yet.

To make it easier to follow this news page, this info can now also be accessed via a little blog... http://sammynuttall.blogspot.com/  

KAN diary can be followed at http://kingstonartsnetwork.blogspot.com/ and the KAN website at http://www.kan.org.au/    Would love to hear what you think.

2009 - September...

Bob is home safe and sound.  You can see pictures of him at the launch of "Coincidence or something else?" by Julie Davey and Julie Davey (no, that's not a typo) by clicking on the picture of Bob with Julie#1 to the left.  Happy recently attended a fundraiser for Friends Of Manatuto and Titch attended the AFL Grand Final at the MCG with over 99,000 friends and had a terrific day although the result was not really to his liking.

Due to an upcoming project, I have called all the wandering Nutters home.  Really hope they're listening...sometimes they stray for a bit too long.  Yet again, thanks to all who have sent Ducks to the Palace, what fun!

Been busy preparing for the KAN Joy Of Creativity Festival on the 22nd of November at Mentone RSL.  Hope to see you there, it's a great opportunity to do some Christmas shopping and support local artists at the same time.

p.s. SSSHHHHH!!!  Here's a sneak peak of the KAN website still in test phase...(I've been busy)...

2009 - August...

August brings a very special welcome to our newest Nutter.  I'd like to officially introduce you to AuCaDo Samuel Nutter (aka Sammy A Nutter).  Sammy was created for a very important job.  He is to be a symbol of rescue of Australian Cattle Dogs (AuCaDo) worldwide and a huge part of AuCaDo and their forums. 

Click on an image of Sammy for a little more info.  Perhaps you are interested in helping to raise funds to rescue Australian Cattle Dogs but are not an AuCaDo Forum Member?  Don't worry, you can assist by purchasing cards or prints of Sammy A Nutter at http://www.deviantart.com/print/9469776/?itemtypeids= and of course all proceeds from the sale of this will go to the AuCaDo Rescue Fund to help Australian Cattle Dogs in need.

I am personally grateful for the opportunity to assist with raising money and awareness of this important cause.  Sammy A Nutter was made with much time, love and effort, and I know he'll bring joy to many, as he did before he left on his journey to AuCaDo...

2009 - June, July...

It's been too long, hasn't it?  There are a few new Ducks in the Palace.  The Nutters have slowed down their travels a bit.  Perhaps the chill in Melbourne?  Do I say this every winter?  Regardless of the weather and lack of new art here, I have been keeping REALLY busy.  KAN is undergoing a design phase for their new website, which I am quite involved with.  It's a big job, however it will be such a joy to be able to assist this great organisation in having a happy little homepage for you to visit!  I've also been helping out with the "Art In The Community" program whilst Glenda is having a well earned break.

2009 - May...

As part of KAN, I've been invited to display some paintings at MORDIGRAS 09.  Some of the paintings on display haven't even made it onto this site yet!  Paintings will remain on display at Mordialloc Community Centre, 115 Warren Road, Mordialloc for about three weeks and all are for sale.

2009 - March, April...

Hello!  Welcome!  Have recently completed a logo for a new local business "Happy Little Tummies".  They specialise in terrific Birthday Cakes and Cup Cakes made from all natural ingredients.  Fortunately I've had the opportunity to "research" these products personally and can recommend them for tummies of all sizes...visit www.happylittletummies.com.au for more info.

I have also been creating a little friend as a mascot for some special people involved in rescuing Australian Cattle Dogs.  He's now getting to know his new owners, but stay tuned, he'll be featured here soon...

BIG THANKS to those who continue to send Quackers my way!  The Palace wouldn't be the same without you all and finally, there have been updates to Titch, Bubba Happy, Elliott and Mulberry Nutter.

2009 - February...

Feb already?  Have been rather busy with some little commissions of late, not to mention trying to get in to a New Year routine!

Thank you to all the Nutters caretakers - more pics should be loaded soon.

As part of the Kingston Summer Series, the KAN ArtsFest will be held on Saturday 21 February, 3:30pm, Hazel Pierce Reserve, Cnr Beach Rd & Nepean Hwy, Mordialloc.  It's a rare opportunity to meet creative people from the Kingston Arts Network. With exhibits to inspire and beautiful works of art to admire and purchase. Stroll in the park – meet the artists and support creativity in our community.

Although I won't be having my usual stall this year, I will be in attendance for a while promoting KAN.  Come and say hello!

In conjunction, bring a picnic and enjoy the the Big Band Sunsets from 3pm – 9pm  Enquiries: www.bigbandsunsets.com.au

UPDATE!  More Ducks in the Palace and more Nutters Adventures pics now added...

2009 - January...

Happy New Year!!! 

Blessings to you and yours!

"If you can dream it, you can do it."  Walt Disney

"You become successful the moment you start moving towards a worthwhile goal."

"A happy person is not a person in certain set of circumstances, but rather a person with a certain set of attitudes."  Hugh Downs

"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined."  Thoreau

"One of the highest places you can get to is to be independent of the good opinions of other people."  Wayne Dyer

"Be the change you wish to see in the world..."

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