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AUGUST, SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER NEWS

10/31/2023

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Hi there!
Well it has been a while since I popped in with some news so will bring you up to date.  Yes I know I always say this but life is still keeping us busy as most of us are these days.  Hope you are keeping well.  Now to some art news.....
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Monolith Valley Commission

I completed my commission of the Monolith Valley and handed it over to a very happy client.  It was a pleasure to complete this work of art that meant so much to its new owner. Ryan also took a fancy to my Blue Koala so purchased that also on collection of the commission.  Very happy they are now in a lovely new home. 
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Bluethumb Sales

Bluethumb now has over 355,000 artists so I am always surprised to receive the notification of a sale. So very happy my Lazy kookaburras have now flown to a new home.  It went to the framers first then flew on to Western Australia.  

I decided to redo 2 of my bird paintings and as soon as I reworked and reloaded they sold so very happy I did! One was a Kookaburra and the 2nd Cockatoo The Lookout (see below) - it was repainted and sold. Also my little Magpie is now living in Queensland. Very thankful. 
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NEW PAINTINGS 

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Black Cockatoo is now available at Bluethumb or direct. Framed and ready to hang. Available after 12.11 as will be in Artfest. See originals tab for link.
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Cute Kookaburra 30 x 30cm (available at Bluethumb or direct after 12.11) Will be entered into Artfest Exhibition
I am enjoying painting 'What a Galah!' at the moment and it will be ready for uploading soon on Bluethumb.

ARTFEST

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Cute Kookaburra is one of 4 entries for Artfest this year.
Blue Mountains Artfest is coming soon! Delighted to be a part of this exhibition that is celebrating 40 years!! Click on image for details. 

Blue Horizon Prints

If you cannot afford an original you can always browse my high quality prints at Blue Horizon Prints located in Queensland.  They also ship worldwide.  Happy to have had a few sales since I popped in last of 'Kookaburra Charm' 'Owls - What a Hoot' and 'Blue Wren'. 
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REDBUBBLE

Every day more and more artists are jumping online to sell their goods.  Redbubble has definitely grown so again I am delighted when I receive a sale.  Below are just a few of the sales I have had in the last few months. I am also busy designing from time to time and now Christmas is drawing near I have a few festive designs to choose from. Click here REDBUBBLE                 
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THE EDGE GALLERY - ART SHOW CONTINUATION

BMCAN is now GBMCAN and has a new committee.  Unfortunately noone has taken over the running of the Edge Gallery Exhibitions so the art that was on display and for sale is still there.  Great news for me though as I sold one of my paintings to a lovely man who purchased it for his brother.  Forest Light has been replaced with another work of art Daisy - Quirky Emu so if in the area of Katoomba pop in and view the art. 
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Sold at The Edge Gallery October 2023

CONNECTIONS
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Daisy - Quirky Emu is now on show and for sale at The Edge Gallery, Katoomba
It was great to meet online fellow artist Sharon in October on her travelling adventures with her husband! Art connects us all so sharing this lovely experience with you. We chatted about art of course and had quite a few things in common. 
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It will not be long and the busy season will be upon us so if you are looking for an original work of art please contact me or go to Bluethumb direct and have a browse. 

I will catch you if I can before the busy festive season if I don't run out of time.  If not have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy new Year.  Stay safe and well all. 

Best wishes and thank you for your support always
Linda xxx
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JUNE JULY NEWS!

8/7/2023

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Hi All

Hope everyone is keeping well.  Lots of happenings this end with 3 sales, 2 at Bluethumb and also one from the studio that was a lovely surprise. You can see them all below.  I am busy painting a commission at the moment from Ryan who purchased my Autumn Jewels at the studio.... it is just about finished. Very thankful as always to the purchasers of my art and it brings me much joy knowing my 'babies' are in lovely new homes. 


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Will pop back in with  more news soon as our Airbnb is keeping us very busy with more guest arriving soon! 
Stay tuned.
best wishes 
​Linda 

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APRIL MAY JUNE HAPPENINGS!

6/8/2023

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Hi all

Hope everyone is keeping well! Winter is here in Australia and hopefully the sun shines all the way through. Hopeful thinking I know ☺ A lot of exciting happenings in my art world with an exhibition at Mt Victoria with GBMCAM and sales at Bluethumb and Redbubble.  I am always thankful and grateful to the buyers of my art! 

HOTEL ETICO IN MOUNT VICTORIA ART EXHIBITION
'BIOPHILIA - LOVE OF NATURE' WITH GBMCAN
ON NOW UNTIL​ JUNE 25TH

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If in the mountains near Mt Victoria go visit the Hotel Etico that is steeped in history. It's Australia's first 'social enterprise' hotel supporting young adults with learning disabilities. P​op in and enjoy the show and the hotel's charm. You can sit by the fire, enjoy a drink and a lovely meal. Exhibition ends 25th June. I have 2 paintings entered Quirky Kookaburras and Nature's Creations.

BLUETHUMB SALES
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As most of my art was put in to draft for my Essence of Nature show it was wonderful to receive two sales at Bluethumb recently. Thankful always to the buyers and supporters of my work.

NPWS BLUE MOUNTAINS HERITAGE CENTRE

Happy to announce that my Blue Mountains Art Cards will be for sale ongoing at the centre.  Great to hear that as soon as they were put out on the shelf they were gone in an hour! If in the area go visit the beautiful Govetts Leap Lookout that is now open after renovations. 
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ARTSTREET - WINTER MAGIC FESTIVAL 

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The Winter Magic Festival is coming and to celebrate and support the surrounding businesses and artists there will be many artworks in shop windows.   I have two of my works on display, one Blue Mountains Sunset at the Artist's Store and Fairy Wren Couples in the Wild Ivy - Florist. Both for sale.  Looking forward to seeing the parade this year, all rugged up of course!! 
Will pop back in soon with more news. Stay well and take care all. 
Best wishes Linda 
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Solo Show - Essence of Nature - Blue Mountains Heritage Ctr - FEBRUARY-APRIL 2023

2/20/2023

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Hi All 
Hope you are keeping well. Exciting news my solo show finally opened February 8th at Blue Mountains Heritage Centre, 270 Govetts Leap Road Blackheath. 
Thankful to those that popped in to the 'meet the artist' afternoon and delighted to have sold eight paintings, one is going to America and one to Victoria plus lovely local residents! Great sales and I am very thankful and grateful.  Please see below. All sold works were replaced with new ones! 
Also sold on the last day was a canvas print Blue Mountains Creek and it was lovely to finish with a sale.
Show has now ended but you can still find my cards and products at the Blue Mountains Visitor Centre in the shop.
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Blue Mountains Creek canvas print 30 x 30cm SOLD April 2023 at solo art show - Blue Mountains Heritage Centre with many thanks
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Fairy Wren SOLD April 2023 at solo art show - Blue Mountains Heritage Centre with many thanks
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Blue Mountains Mist sold at solo show for $2050 at Blue Mountains Heritage Centre. This beauty is off to Victoria. Many thanks to the buyer! February 2023
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Kookaburra Charm SOLD April 2023 at solo art show - Blue Mountains Heritage Centre with many thanks
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Quirky Kangaroo Family sold at solo show at Blue Mountains Heritage Centre for $750.00 and they are hopping off to America. Thankful to the buyer! February 2023
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Quirky Aussie Mates sold with thanks at Blue Mountains Heritage Centre $400.00
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Mountain Stream sold with thanks at Blue Mountains Heritage Centre $990.00
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Lazy Koala sold with thanks at Blue Mountains Heritage Centre $890.00
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Govetts Leap View, Blue Mountains sold with thanks at the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre $490.00
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A selection of paintings at my show and some lovely people that came to view and support me. 
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BLUETHUMB
So happy to have sold my Kookaburra Gaze painting at Bluethumb.  Thankful to Bluethumb and the buyer! 
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SOLD AT BLUETHUMB FEBRUARY 2023 - KOOKABURRA GAZE
There is still so much more to share, I will update sales and products on Redbubble and sales at Everglades soon until then please stay well and safe, will pop back in shortly. 
best wishes 
​Linda 
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January News and Happy New Year

1/26/2023

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Happy New Year all, hope it is treating you kindly. Busy busy this end getting organised for my solo art show at Blue Mountains Heritage Centre. See details on brochure below and spread the word thank you! 
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Looking forward to showcasing some of my Blue Mountains landscapes, Australian wildlife and fantasy watercolours all relating to beautiful nature and what it has to offer. Show runs for 3 months so plenty of time to pop in and enjoy the art when in the Blue Mountains. 
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GalleryOne88

 Happy to have sold my first painting for 2023 at GalleryOne88 in Katoomba Street, Blue Mountains. Etched in Time now has a new home.  Thankful to the collector. 
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REDBUBBLE

Redbubble was pretty busy before Christmas and sales were great so I am very thankful for the small sales, as well as the large.  I also sold cushions recently from the studio to a lovely Airbnb guest.  Products of Redbubble can be ordered online. 
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So I am busy painting and enjoying creating new works that I will share when they are up on the wall at the Gallery at my show.  Until then stay well and take care. Thank you for taking the time to view and as always for your never ending support. 

Kind regards
Linda 
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Merry Christmas and Nov/Dec News!

12/5/2022

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Hi All
Hope everyone is well as the busy festive season draws nearer. I have had a great few weeks with sales of paintings and products so sharing my good news.  
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My two bird Bluethumb commissions are completed and flew to Queensland and are now hanging in their new home. Delighted to say message received from client is  'they look great and I am very happy'! So one happy collector and one happy artist ☺ Here I am in my gallery with Rainbow Days and Kookaburra Delight before they left the studio.

BLUETHUMB PAINTING SALES

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Mill on the River SOLD at Bluethumb November 2022

Wentworth Falls Artfest

Delighted to have sold my Quirky Aussie Mates at Wentworth Falls Artfest! Apparently they were a favourite at the show. I am painting Quirky Best Mates in a similar style so stay tuned. 
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Quirky Aussie Mates SOLD at Artfest November 2022

Hotel Etico Art Exhibition with BMCAN 

So excited to hear both these paintings sold the Hotel Etico at Mount Victoria Manor with Blue Mountains Creative Arts Network. Thankful and happy they have new homes. 
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REDBUBBLE

With Christmas fast approaching sales have increased at my Redbubble online store and I am forever thankful to all that purchase many items from around the world. Below are just a few examples of many sales happening right now click link below:
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So if you are looking for a unique design pop over and have a look there are over 1,000 to choose from! I am always designing so there is something for everyone. 
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So that is all for now and once again thank you to all my followers, buyers and supporters you make my heart sing and keep my brushes busy ☺

Oh also I am still busy preparing for a solo show in February March and April next year at Blackheath National Parks and Wildlife centre. Excited! Details to come soon.  

So wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 

Take care out there.
best wishes Linda
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Sept Oct Nov

11/9/2022

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Hope everyone is keeping well.  I am flat out painting 2 large Bluethumb commissions and enjoying the process.  I am working on 2 vibrant Rainbow Lorikeets and will then move on to 2 beautiful Kookaburras. Really delighted to be given the opportunity to paint these Australian birds. You can see them at Bluethumb when completed or keep up to date with works in progress at my instagram profile lindacallaghanartist 

I am also preparing for my solo show early Feb, March and April - details will be given after Christmas.  It is such a busy time of the year for all.  

Painting Sales

It has been wonderful seeing some of my smaller framed artworks leave the studio for new homes.  I have put a few larger ones on hold for the show so great to have them snapped up recently through Bluethumb. 
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Golden Butterfly sold on Bluethumb with thanks November 2022

HOTEL ETICO ART SHOW with BMCAN
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Quirky Emu in Blue sold on Bluethumb with thanks November 2022
On now until December 8th is an art exhibition by BMCAN - such a diverse exciting range of art! I am happy to have sold my Memories of Autumn at the show and I still have 2 more available for sale (Yellow Robins and Endless Forest - update Yellow Robins sold) along with many other wonderful works of art. Pop along and have a peek when in the mountains. 

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Endless Forest

Redbubble 

As always in between painting and ' airbnbing ' at home, and life in general, I am designing new products for my Redbubble portfolio.  Many products are being shipped around the world consistently and I am forever thankful to all my supporters. See below for some examples of what has sold and is available. Huge savings on from time to time e.g. 20-60% of products so keep an eye out! Christmas is coming and if looking for a unique design check out my designs - there are over 1,000!! 
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BLUE MOUNTAINS ARTFEST IS ON NOW AT WENTWORTH FALLS SCHOOL IT RUNS THIS WEEKEND -
11TH- 13TH  WELL WORTH A VISIT AND BROWSE SO MANY WONDERFUL WORKS ON DISPLAY FROM BLUE MOUNTAINS ARTISTS.  I HAVE 4 ENTRIES BUT DUE TO OVER 200 ENTRIES 2 WILL BE ON DISPLAY AND IF ONE SOLD ANOTHER WILL BE PUT UP. My entries are: Memories of Autumn, Quirky Aussie Mates, Fairy Wren and Twilight. 


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So this is  just a quick update of what I have been up to.  Will try pop in before Christmas to wish you all a very Merry one.! Until then take care and keep smiling. 
best wishes
Linda 
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JUNE, JULY, AUGUST

9/19/2022

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Hope everyone is keeping well.  So sorry for the late news due to life being busy as always! Never a dull moment. 

Since the last blog I have been offered to hold a solo show in February of 2023 so will be painting when I can to prepare for this and will also have a variety of my available works on show. Information to come towards the end of the year.

BLUETHUMB

I have completed a couple of new paintings so head over and check them out at Bluethumb.  Also Charming Kookaburras as shown below was sold from studio before completion to a lovely lady that saw my progress photos on Facebook.  Prints available.  See sold section and click on image.   Happy to see Sizzling Sunset sold at Bluethumb recently and has now gone to a new home! Always thankful for sales.
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Charming Kookaburra sold from studio August 2022
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Sizzling Sunset sold at Bluethumb July 2022

REDBUBBLE

Redbubble sales are still happening although a little slower than normal it is always exciting when a product travels around the world. See below a few examples of what people are buying these days, t-shirts, phone cases, backpacks, pillows and more. 
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Christmas is coming so if you are looking for a unique gift from an independent artist please check out my Christmas Selection. Just click on above image and it will take you there! Also been busy designing new works just head over to lindart1.redbubble.com and check them out. 
BMCAN SPRING EXHIBITION
Spring Exhibition is on now at The Edge Gallery Katoomba where you will see 3 of my works on show. Pop along and enjoy a movie and browse the many works on display.  Runs for 3 months.

Check my instagram page out for up to date daily news! One highlight was having over 17k views on instagram for my Quirky Emu Family Portrait post...totally surprised!

BLUE HORIZON PRINTS
Great to see prints are still selling at my Blue Horizon Prints Gallery.  With 5 mostly large prints sold during the last quarter. See examples below. Click on image to see more, Christmas is coming!

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A lot more news to tell but time is passing and the studio is calling so until next time stay well.

Best wishes
Linda 
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APRIL, MAY NEWS

7/3/2022

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Hi hope you are all keeping well.  Life is still busy as ever but art remains at the top of my priority list still along with my family of course. I have had quite a few sales since checking in last and completed new paintings (see the originals for sale tab) plus won first prize for Winter in the Blue Mountains at Parliament House as mentioned in my earlier blog.  Still excited to receive the top prize and a highlight and honour in my life. 

My Fairy Wren Couple  and Blue Crab were sold at Bluethumb in May/June so thankful to see them go to  new homes. 
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Fairy Wren Couple sold on Bluethumb June 2022

LINDART GALLERY
Delighted to have sold three originals from my Gallery in the Blue Mountains in May, Autumn Melody, Wentworth Falls Lake and Cheeky Cockatiels.  They are all now living in lovely new homes in Queensland.  Plus a collection of my Redbubble art products left the gallery going to 
Queensland and Singapore. 
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Everglades Historic House and Garden

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Tree and Elegance cushions
It is great to see my commissioned designed cushions continue to sell at Everglades Historic House and Gardens in Leura.  It is such a popular tourist spot and rightly so boasting acres of beautiful gardens and a tea house.  Well worth a visit when in the Blue Mountains. You can find my cushions in the shop. 

NEW ART 

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Quirky Cool Cat
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Fish Tales
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Quirky Emu in Blue
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Winter in the Blue Mountains (First Prize Winner)
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Govetts Leap Lookout
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Fairy Wren Couples
 A selection of new art above please s​ee Originals tab -  available at Bluethumb or message me direct.

REDBUBBLE

Although sales have somewhat slowed on Redbubble I am still designing new works and have sold a few items recently (see small selection below) and always thankful for sales large or small.  I also had a commission request to design 2 x  bird cushions of my Yellow Robins with a cream background as you can see below. They do look stunning on the lounge (photo courtesy of customer) If you wish a similar design of a cushion or art product of your choice please contact me. 
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So as you can see I have been keeping busy and productive.  Hope you are too and enjoying life in general.  Don't forget to check out my Originals for Sales section and until next time please take care out there.  Will check back in with more news soon. 
Best wishes Linda 
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FIRST PRIZE FOR WINTER IN THE BLUE MOUNTAINS

5/13/2022

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Exciting news for me that just to be shared now and I will catch up on other news soon! My Winter in the Blue Mountains won the first prize at the Out of the Blue Exhibition with the Blue Mountains Creative Arts Network. I am so very honoured and thank everyone involved in this exhibition. Organisers, presenters, judges and congratulations to all the artists, we are all winners on being part of such a wonderful exhibition. 
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First Prize Award for Winter in the Blue Mountains at the Fountain Court, NSW Parliament House Sydney, May 2022
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