Category Archives: Art

My Little Picasso + Micador GIVEAWAY!

Posted on February 17, 2013 by Cherry and me

Did you know Cherry’s Babushka, (aka my mother), is an artisit who studied in Russia? I grew up in a home filled with artwork and was always encouraged to be creative. Now Cherry loves spending time with her grandmother, getting involved and … Continue reading →

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NGV Kids Corner

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Cherry and me

Cherry and Me recently visited NGV Kids Corner at Federation Square to see Just Sing What You Feel, an exhibition curated by John Campbell encouraging visitors like ourselves to play, sing and make art together. The first room was covered with magnetic images and words … Continue reading →

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Polixeni Papapetrou

Posted on June 24, 2012 by Cherry and me

This week I’d like to introduce you to one of my favourite Melbourne artists, Polixeni Papapetrou. Poli photographs children, (usually her own, Olympia and Solomon), dressed and disguised in whimsical costumes in serene rural landscapes. The Wanderer, 2009 The Wanderer … Continue reading →

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High Tea with Cherry and Me

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Cherry and me

Last Sunday we were invited along to sample Egg Unlimited’s new high tea menu, just in time for Mothers Day. The party was held in owner, Julie’s beautiful Victorian home. Her tall corridors were decorated with an art collection, curated … Continue reading →

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The wacky world of Michael Strownix!

Posted on March 25, 2012 by Cherry and me

Last Thursday night we attended the exhibition opening of Michael Strownix at Nellie Castan Gallery. Michael converted the gallery space into a supernatural world with his plasticized creations. Artist, Michael Strownix in his Devo hat The gallery crowd Candelabras and bowls … Continue reading →

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Pin-ups, polka-dots and pussy cats

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Cherry and me

It’s no secret I love having my picture taken, so I was trilled when Melbourne photographer and film maker, Bernadette Keys, asked me to be her subject. The photographs she shot on film, (not digital), were for a body of … Continue reading →

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