The seed for Channeling Scarlet was sewn during an impromptu backyard pool gathering of friends at a neighbours place.
 
My friends and family are used to me being armed with my camera, asking them to stop, go, dive or pose for this or that future swimming story I might write in paint.
 
I never really know how the story will end as these watery paintings always seem to take on a life and identity of their own, while I just hold the brush.
 
Original oil on deep edge canvas 76cm x 76cm protected with a coat of clear satin varnish.
Available to view and purchase from Make Space Gallery, at the Station, corner of Watt and Scott Streets Newcastle.
Open Thursday to Sunday 10-3.
Or through this website.
 
Price includes standard shipping and transit insurance within Australia.