This is where I stayed while in Perth! It was amazing for me to stay in this idyllic and beautiful location, with a view of the Indian Ocean. The little blue building on the right is Pat’s mosaic studio.
Pat & Horst, were my incredible hosts! They were so generous, kind, and knowledgable. Horst, being a professional chef, made sure I didn’t go hungry! He cooked many a fine meal, presented on carefully arranged plates. (I can’t believe I didn’t take any photos of his beautiful & delicious food!)
Speaking of plates… Here’s Pat collecting goodies for my picassiette portraiture workshop.
Thrift store shoppers of the world unite!
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This shimmering mosaic, by Pat, was the first thing I saw each time I entered her home. Her welcoming entryway, surpassed by their hospitality, made me feel right at home. |
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Another amazing person who was instrumental in getting me to Perth, is Dorothy. I so loved having time to get to know her. Both Dorothy and Pat are active with MAANZ, the Australia/New Zealand mosaic community.
The Art Supply store where my workshop was held, was aptly named Friendz. And, to my great surprise, located on Pensacola St!
Hey! That’s where I live!
Inside, the workshop begins, with everyone drawing. It was a wonderful 3 days. The room was soon full of laughs and learning as everyone worked diligently on creating thier portraits, over the next 3 days.
I just love the diversity of their work and all their smiling faces!
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