Oversized orchid residential mural in Prahran
I created a series of murals for The Greenhouse, the older adult inpatient psychiatric unit at The Alfred Hospital, to help identify the wards: Orange, Lemon, and Jasmine. Each mural reflects the colours and energy of these plants, bringing a sense of calm, warmth, and life to the space.
It was important to me that the artwork added a gentle, uplifting presence for consumers, staff, and visitors.
Detail of Flowering Gum and Hellebores mural in Elwood
During my time as Artist in Residence at The Alfred hospital I created a series of nature themed murals for the High Dependancy Unit Courtyard in the Inpatient Psychiatric Warf.
Before beginning the mural’s, a quote from one of my favourite books sat with me – the feeling of being a small tree in a hurricane. Feeling out of control within oneself. I wanted the mural to utilise and play on the calming benefits of nature to aid in anchoring the body and mind through peacefulness, tranquillity and serenity. My intention was to not fill every space on the walls and instead add botanical elements harmoniously with breathing space between. I played on enlarging flowers, dragonflies and foliage to exaggerate the feel of being part of, engaged with and held by nature in a cocoon like sense.
Residential mural featuring flowers from the native Moonah tree - part of a threatened coastal woodland on the Bellarine Peninsula.
The trees twist along the dunes, but sadly they’re endangered and disappearing. This mural celebrates their unique beauty and the wild landscape they belong to.
Mural for the rear fence of a residential property along Elwood canal.
I was inspired by the many flowering gums in bloom along the canal as well as Hellebores from my garden. Hellebores are commonly known as ‘winter rose’ as they bloom during the colder months when most other flowers are dormant.
Banksia and Butterfly mural created in my residency at The Alfred Hospital In Patient Ward.
Nature's healing properties can contribute to improved mood, increased relaxation, and enhanced overall well-being. By incorporating nature into the wards I hoped to promote a sense of tranquility and calm.
Detail of Orchids mural in Prahran
Whilst I was the Artist in Residence at The Alfred hospital I worked on a mural in the gender-sensitive ward at the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit.
Recognising the importance of fostering a sense of tranquility and positivity within the space, I embarked on creating a mural that served as a source of comfort and inspiration for those in the ward.
I painted to Tulips to represent growth, renewal and resilience.
Circle of Life Kitchen Garden Murals at CCM Community Centre St Kilda.
The murals were designed by myself and painted in collaboration with a group of volunteers.
The kitchen garden at CCM runs as a community space that grows fresh produce for Open House - Little St Kilda Mission weekly meals. The garden, built on values of inclusion, sustainability, and community, invites diners to become gardeners - supporting connection and purpose.
Jasmine ward mural at The Greenhouse - IPU at The Alfred Hospital. See more here
Detail of 'Flowering Gum and Hellebores'
Orange ward mural at The Greenhouse - IPU at The Alfred Hospital.
Dahlia and poppies mural for boutique florist Ramble located in Caulfield North Victoria
