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• Our Book is Published!!!!!
  by Karin Taylor

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  / / She Sells Sea Cards by the Sea Shore / A short story by iAN Derrick with illustrations by Karin Taylor (me)!! Karin’s storefront iAN’s storefront This has been an amazing experience to be a part of….an enormous thank you to Matt Mawson who has tirelessly and generously worked over the past 2 days to bring this little book into being….. I could never have done it without you Matt! And of course a huge thank you to the amazing writer and friend of mine, one of those great Aussie characters that just keeps on keeping on, keeps on getting better with age…. that is iAN Derrick I first met iAN through a journal Matt wrote about one of iAN’s books, and since that day, we sorta hit it off….. I talked to iAN about my father and he also was inspired to write another short story called Understanding Harry and correct me if i’m wrong, but i think he may have been inspired to write a story that reflected some of the goings on with Matt’s four legged friend also. One day I got an email from the amazing iAN, saying although he thought my father should be the one to tell and publish his own stories, he’d had a little idea and brought it to life in Understanding Harry and not long after this i received a second email saying that he’d done it again, but i would have to wait til the morning when he loaded the story to red bubble, and he and I and hubby all savoured the moment….....waiting with baited breath, until upon waking in the morning two days ago, I was thrilled to discover this wonderful story had been written. A story about my characters…involved a certain Mrs T….but i will tell you no more, as it’s a must read…and you can read it over here She Sells Sea Cards by the Sea Shore Thank you iAN and Thank you Matt i am eternally grateful

• PUBLISHED!!! She Sells Sea Cards by the Sea Shore..............
  by Karin Taylor

  BOOK IS NOW PUBLISHED!!!! ....

  BOOK IS NOW PUBLISHED!!!! / She Sells Sea Cards by the Sea Shore / A short story by iAN Derrick with illustrations by Karin Taylor (me)!! Karin’s storefront iAN’s storefront This has been an amazing experience to be a part of….an enormous thank you to Matt Mawson who has tirelessly and generously worked over the past 2 days to bring this little book into being….. I could never have done it without you Matt! And of course a huge thank you to the amazing writer and friend of mine, one of those great Aussie characters that just keeps on keeping on, keeps on getting better with age…. that is iAN Derrick I first met iAN through a journal Matt wrote about one of iAN’s books, and since that day, we sorta hit it off….. I talked to iAN about my father and he also was inspired to write another short story called Understanding Harry and correct me if i’m wrong, but i think he may have been inspired to write a story that reflected some of the goings on with Matt’s four legged friend also. One day I got an email from the amazing iAN, saying although he thought my father should be the one to tell and publish his own stories, he’d had a little idea and brought it to life in Understanding Harry and not long after this i received a second email saying that he’d done it again, but i would have to wait til the morning when he loaded the story to red bubble, and he and I and hubby all savoured the moment….....waiting with baited breath, until upon waking in the morning two days ago, I was thrilled to discover this wonderful story had been written. A story about my characters…involved a certain Mrs T….but i will tell you no more, as it’s a must read…and you can read it over here She Sells Sea Cards by the Sea Shore Thank you iAN and Thank you Matt i am eternally grateful / for all my friends :) and those who are new to red bubble or haven’t crossed paths with me before ….. a hearty welcome to my part of this big bubbly place! I have some news to share with you!!! It is both brilliant wonderful enchanting and delightful all at the same time!!! Friend and writer iAN Derrick who, to quote his own words has been Socialistic humanist, designated friend of Fishes of Sahul, survivor of numerous occupations including commercial referee, motel management, professional aquaria and wildlife collector, book & record shoppe proprietor, Asian food business. Personal cancer creator, wheatgrass and sprout producer, brewer of green tea with fresh ginger, and sometimes as she is writ sorta bloke and who’s favourite food is yumcha, has just written a wonderful SHORT STORY and dare i say it, it’s all about MWA, me, and my girls (my creations)!! You must read it….it’s sooo good…..tooo good to miss out on…. / the story is called She Sells Sea Cards by the Sea Shore Of course, it’s only an imaginery story, but it has so many elements of truth in it, that i was gobsmacked and honoured…. i think i can die happy now :D Being honoured in this way, is a biggie for me :) iAN for being the great character and writer you are, for somehow being at the helm of my dreams and spreading the word about the magic of ‘seeing’ , truly ‘seeing’....... there is a message in this story…. _*Mrs. T gathered them all around in a circle and whispered, ‘The magical land is close enough for you to visit, but way too far if you do not see.’ something to make you think, something to help with pondering….... something to cheer your day and take you back to your childhood, and the carefree-ness of that time!! Please VISIT iAN’S BOOKS on Lulu.com here Here are the stars of the story!! Meet some of the the characters/stars of the story - / Beach Betty / Mi & Yuu / Miss Teapot / Linda Longface / Party Girl / Dippy Love / Stargazer

• Shirtheads - featuring Chris Wahl
  by caanan

  Eerily enough, I think this is the look most people get when I send them their Shirthead questions. / !http://images-2.redbubble.com/img/u…

  Eerily enough, I think this is the look most people get when I send them their Shirthead questions. / Chris Wahl is another one of those unstoppable bubblers who had a lot of funky tshirts to choose from / / but it was Paper Rock Scissors / / that ended up inspiring in me yet another simple, (and kinda nasty) gag. Think of it as a no-budget Curiosity Show. :oP Enjoy! What do you think are the decisions people use this game most for? What should be solved using Rock Paper Scissors? Usually, I think it’s used to decide who gets the short end of the straw. Like who’s gonna do the dishes, or who’s gonna climb the fence to retrieve the ball from Old Man Cooper’s haunted mansion, things like that. / Soccer matches should definitely use them on 0-0 draws. Definitely makes more sense than those stupid penalty shootouts. Maybe in the boxing ring as well, although the gloves might pose a problem. What inspires you, day by day? Creatively, the internet is a bottomless source of inspiration. The amount and array of fantastic art and artists inspires me to no end. Actually using the ‘stumble’ button on my Firefox browser is also a great source of inspiration. You never know what little gems you’re going to find. What do you enjoy drawing the most. Why? Besides women and monsters and the usual nerdish fare, I enjoy drawing the human face- eyes and mouths especially. You can convey so much emotion and character when those two features are drawn well. That’s one of the reasons why I enjoy drawing caricatures as well. What’s your favouritest tshirt you’ve ever worn? Back when I used to work at Disney Australia, I used to think I was some big rebel walking around the Disney corridors in a ‘Mickey Rat’ t-shirt. Most likely they just thought I was some big smartarse (and they were right). / Some honourable mentions though would go to my DC Vertigo Chris Bachalo Death shirt, My Cure Disintegration shirt and when I was younger, my Ghostbusters shirt. All faves. Who should come back from the dead as a zombie, and what would happen? Maybe the late actor, Jack Palance? His bone structure and villainous ham acting would be perfectly suited to the task. He’d be the best one-handed pushup zombie around. What did you want to be when you were 6? Unsurprisingly, I wanted to be a comicbook artist, since collecting comic books were a big part of my life growing up. I eventually realised I didn’t have the patience to do so and just stuck to illustration instead. I think I also wanted to be a puppeteer at one stage as well. What’s the funniest thing ever? A toss up between my 4 year old dancing, Bert and Ernie and cartoon gags on the internet involving airline safety art. If you were asked to create a new law for Australia, what would it be, and how would it be enforced? A no mullet law, especially on young children. Ever seen a 3 year old with a full-on chullet half way down their back? Very tragic. It’s a form of child abuse I tells ya! Under the new laws, asking for some ‘business in the front, party in the back’, ‘hockey hair’, a ‘chicago neckwarmer’ or a ‘MacGyver style’ cut at the local hairdressers will be a punishable offense. As much as I love David Bowie’s music, he’s to blame for this scourge of bad hair. Damn you Ziggy Stardust! How did you find the bubble? What makes you stick around? Fellow Aussie comic artist and previous Shirthead, Simon Sherry brought RedBubble to my attention via the Pulp Faction forums. Ever since then my paid work output has dropped considerably. Thanks again, mate! / I had a little break from the Bubble recently as I sometimes go through shifts in creative direction (meaning I have a short attention span) but dammit, t-shirt design is the coolest fun. I just couldn’t stay away! What will happen in the next five years? Most likely I’ll be frantically trying to justify my existence, both personally and creatively, since at the end of those five years I’ll be turning 40! Eep. Thanks Chris! Now get that worried look off your face… ;oP And I hate to be a broken record folks, but this is the last time I’ll mention it, I swear… Seeing as how it’s the final week and all… but Celadore is still struggling to keep the top spot over at Zudacomics.com so if you haven’t voted, there’s one week left to get me sailing over the finish line and finally be a legitimately paid comic artist. :oD Joy! Previous Shirtheads Shirtheads – Issue Zero / Shirtheads – featuring BigFatRobot / Shirtheads – featuring Chris Richards / Shirtheads – featuring Paul McClintock / Shirtheads – featuring David J Cunning / Shirtheads – featuring Johdie / Shirtheads – featuring Tambatoys / Shirtheads – featuring Simon Sherry / Shirtheads – featuring Ross Robinson / Shirtheads – featuring Natalie Tyler / Shirtheads – featuring thickblackoutline / Shirtheads – featuring rubyred / Shirtheads – featuring Liesl Yvette Wilson

• 'Dog Rocks' wins at the Henry Lawson Festival of Arts photography competition
  by Darren Stones

  The upcoming 51st Grenfell Henry Lawson Festival of Arts will be held Thursday 5th June to Monday 9th June, 2008. Some good news on a …

  The upcoming 51st Grenfell Henry Lawson Festival of Arts will be held Thursday 5th June to Monday 9th June, 2008. Some good news on a personal level is that my image Dog Rocks has been judged the Best Photograph Of The Exhibition in the photography competition. The award to be presented is a bronze statuette which has been sculptured by Michael Mandelc, and it depicts Henry Lawson’s “The Drover’s Wife”. Dog Rocks also won the Open Colour section of the competition. I’ve been kindly invited by Tim Wood, coordinator of the photography competition, to attend the Awards Dinner at Grenfell on Saturday 7 June, 2008 6:30PM to receive the award. There is a distinct connection with Redbubble regarding this achievement. Hop Dac, RB staff member, posted a topic in the main forum informing members of this competition. It was there I became aware of the competition, and I thank Hop for doing so. Upon deciding to enter, I ordered six Redbubble matted prints specifically for the competition. I wrote a journal regarding the quality of the matted prints on April 19, 2008 and it can be found here. I’m pleased to say that Redbubble and its community have played a significant role regarding this achievement and I highly value the continued encouragement given by Peter Styles, Redbubble staff and Redbubble members. The achievement is dedicated to my mate Joe Mortelliti, for it was because of him that Dog Rocks was photographed on August 25, 2007. Special thanks to my family for their continued support. Folks, enjoy your creative pursuits here at Redbubble and beyond. Cheers, / Darren. Henry Lawson on Wikipedia Henry Lawson Festival of Arts website / http://www.henrylawsonfestival.asn.au/ / Dog Rocks Capturing the bark at Dog Rocks /

• Two featured works ~!!!!
  by salsbells69

  Proud as punch!..two works have featured in separate Groups over the last three days! Wow..very excited and proud. ‘Kasey Renee II…

  Proud as punch!..two works have featured in separate Groups over the last three days! Wow..very excited and proud. ‘Kasey Renee II’ features in Baby Love and ‘Untitled’ in Rocks and Bones ! How cool~! Thanks :D

• Rockin' Out the Door.....
  by Karin Taylor

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  Goth Girl Rox Star Tee goes rockin’ on out the door to Natsky’s place and her cuz gets to share in the fun by wearin’ Tiny on Top Tee which Natsky also purchased, what a generous cousin – BIG THANX from me to Natsky and please check out her wonderful portfolio here on RB! Madonna & Child find a new home with Angel Warda – THANK YOU so much Angel and please have a look at Angel’s lovely photography here on RB!

• Card sold and a feature on Real Life Art!!
  by Avril Brand

  I woke up this morning with a thundering headache, a sore throat and the sniffles. Feeling miserable and still had to do some house-clean…

  I woke up this morning with a thundering headache, a sore throat and the sniffles. Feeling miserable and still had to do some house-cleaning, I come to RB for a quick fix of beautiful art and what do I find??? A card sale and a feature!!! Wow… Thank you so much for buying my card, Saleire, my sweet, darling friend!!! / And to the Real Life Art Group for featuring my painting of the Rock of Cashel Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! I can bear the headache, sore throat and sniffles now and the miserable cloud has disappeared, thanks to Sal and Real Life Art. I can’t bear the house chores though!

• thankews
  by Karin Taylor

  Hi and big thankews to my friends and others who’ve been buying my stuff!!! !http://images-0.redbubble.net/img/clothing/backgroundcolo…

  Hi and big thankews to my friends and others who’ve been buying my stuff!!! / Paint Shirt purchased by Belinda Cottee and Traceyanne / Goth Girl Rox Star purchased by a mystery buyer / Boats and Beach Babes Calendar two purchased by a mystery buyers / Circle of Friends Card purchased by debb Thankews are going out to Traceyanne and and Belinda C who both just bought tees of my Paint Shirt and a big thank you as well goes out to the lovely debb who purchased a card of Circle of Friends and thank you so much to the mystery buyers of two of my Boats and Beach Babes Calendars and whoever bought Goth Girl Rox Star TShirt THANK YOU FROM MY HEART TO EVERYONE!!!!!!! you’ve given me butterflies in my tummy i’m so excited

• Udonchow YOU ROCK :)
  by margpie

  thanks a million to / Udonchow / for purchasing my ‘Engima’ card one of my fav doodletree painti…

  thanks a million to / Udonchow / for purchasing my ‘Engima’ card one of my fav doodletree paintings, she is a great friend and a huge inspiration to me.

• FOCUS ON MY PASSIONS
  by Kathie Nichols

  Well I’ve done it. I’ve taken all my photographs off from my portfolio that are not bark or rocks. I’ve left all the associated groups …

  Well I’ve done it. I’ve taken all my photographs off from my portfolio that are not bark or rocks. I’ve left all the associated groups as well. I’m taking the plunge and just going to focus on my rockscapes and barkscapes. They are my passion and what I love to photograph the most. Its what I think about all the time. My next adventure and treasure hunt to find a nice big rock face to explore and see what Mother Nature has left for me to discover. When I see a grove of Paperbark Trees, I can’t wait to stop the car and find what they have to offer. So many hidden landscapes and abstact designs just waiting for me! / UPDATE: Jan 08 – OK, so that didn’t last LOL! Just have to put back some of my macro flowers, I really do love them too! :O)

• Paul Reynolds and Teddy Swecker Rock!!
  by linaji

  FRIENDS… my bro Paul Reynolds of the CW2 along with his Co-Creator of same book series.. Teddy Sweaker...

  FRIENDS… my bro Paul Reynolds of the CW2 along with his Co-Creator of same book series.. Teddy Sweaker Cartoon Wizard and the Color Witch.. CHILDRENS BOOKS… / please visit their new site devoted to the characters of said series… / I will also let you know of another talent…His partner in all the books… Teddy Sweaker / Check out her Watercolors…she is consummate artist in this mediuim and many others!! Full of Love!

• Business as usual?
  by BySilent

  Our society has the technology to merge the waves of air and water into the synergistic hybrid of Wind/Wave Turbine Farms. To use the tw…

  Our society has the technology to merge the waves of air and water into the synergistic hybrid of Wind/Wave Turbine Farms. To use the two natural renewable and constant forces of nature would help keep the costs of energy low as well as constant without adding to the ever increasing greenhouse effects that is leading to global warming. The merging of these two forces do not run out if you think “what happens when there is no wind?” Anyone that has been to ocean beaches can attest come rain or shine; clear or cloudy skies they are constant the ocean waves don’t stop nor does the wind cease. How much power can be generated by Wind/Wave Farms built instead of drilling for a finite and diminishing source of energy? President Bush who is a traditional “oil” man and his proxy from Arizona want to drill for fossil fuels which the experts have stated won’t begin to produce any crude for 5-10 years and there is no guarantee that many of those leased areas will have any oil at all. Though President Bush has signed an order countermanding his father’s executive order still needs Congress to actually make it a reality. It is time for the lawmakers to make it an incentive for a set percentage of those lands be made into Wind/Wave Farms. The source of the energy is not finite nor is it diminishing plus the farms can come online in less than 5 years. Where drilling is expensive and even with the current technologies is still not a guarantee of finding fossil fuels, the waves and the wind are constant 24 hours a day year round. When you go to the voting booth in November keep in mind sustainable energy solutions are not grounded in fossil fuels. Those that advocate that drilling for oil is the answer to our energy woes probably have had their campaign coffers lined with the money of “Big Oil”. Here is something to think about when you go to the polls: / / “In a 1998 interview, Osama bin Laden – the terrorist organizer of 9/11 who still roams free – listed as one of his many grievances against the U.S. that Americans “have stolen $36 trillion from Muslims” by purchasing oil from Persian Gulf countries at low prices. The real price of a barrel of oil should be $144, bin Laden demanded.” / http://thinkprogress.org/2008/07/05/bin-laden-144-oil/ The quote below is from the testimony of Anne Korin on May 22, 2008 to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs “Mr. Chairman, Members of the Committee, about ten years ago, Osama bin Laden stated that his target price for oil is $144 a barrel and that the American people, who allegedly robbed the Muslim people of their oil, owe each Muslim man, woman, and child $30,000 in back payments. At the time, $144 a barrel seemed farfetched to most. Today, bin Laden is a mere $20 a barrel short of his target and there is little doubt it will be attained. I would like to impress upon this Committee that $144 a barrel oil will be perceived as a victory for the Jihadist movement and a reaffirmation that the economic warfare component of its campaign against the West is a resounding success. There is no need to elaborate on the implications of such a victory in terms of loss of U.S. prestige and our ability to prevail in the Long War of the 21st century. It is therefore imperative that the U.S. Congress do its utmost to forestall such a setback.” Do you want the same people running the government that has fumbled the ball since 2001, be they Democrat or Republican? If our elected representatives continue to support a policy tethering us to the failed policies of “Big Oil” are they really representing America’s best interests when they continue to support the status quo. Original: 28”h x 32”w x 1.75”d, inks on plexiglass. Contact the artist for any information, pricing or shipping details. View the image that goes with this journal

• A Big Salute to photo ''Lovers ''
  by rog99

  Roger Baillargeon / from Quebec Canada …. my home is located near the Peaceful National Capital. I’m Retired as a Public Relation Agent…

  Roger Baillargeon / from Quebec Canada …. my home is located near the Peaceful National Capital. I’m Retired as a Public Relation Agent. My main Hobby is about re-arranging my photos in’‘Painted-Style Images ”...... Other Activities… I like to Write, RollerBlade,Play Hockey,Hike and Take Good Long Walks in the CountrySide…..... I’m easy living and I like to trade ideas and suggestions on all kind of topics. So feel free to get in touch with me on any given day at… rogerfern99@ hotmail.com Roger Baillargeon / Quebec, Canada… ...Hoping my photographs can help !! Warmly, Roger B.

• My 'Visitors' Digital Artwork used as Templeton's CD cover!
  by Cherie Dirksen

  I am proud to say that Templeton has used my ‘visitors’ digital artwork as his latest album cover. It is a huge privilege as the album i…

  I am proud to say that Templeton has used my ‘visitors’ digital artwork as his latest album cover. It is a huge privilege as the album is outstanding. For any of you bubblers who like Alternative Rock this is the album for you…click on the album cover for link to Templeton’s website… Yippee, my first official cover artwork! :)

• REDBUBBLE QUALITY! REDBUBBLE ROCKS
  by WENDY BANDURSKI-MILLER

  Well I have just recieved my FIRST redbubble product and i have to say I was Entirely Impressed with the quality. Both the colour matchin…

  Well I have just recieved my FIRST redbubble product and i have to say I was Entirely Impressed with the quality. Both the colour matching and the paper quality are first class. Not only that…... on the back of the cards clearly printed is the URL of the artist whose work it is and a thumbnail image of the artwork…. AND THEIR NAMES … so not only is it an exceptional product for one’s own promotion… it certainly enables the artist to ‘spread the word’ about both redbubble AND the artist. Perfect collaboration and i am really happy with the whole buying experience…. timeline…. product quality and professional finish. I cannot urge you enough to order a couple of items for your own uses for the coming season…. and support the artists on this site. I think i will be here a long time. BRAVO redbubble!

• Landscape,Iceberg,blue sky,blue sea,flowers and countryside images
  by rog99

  Landscape,Iceberg,blue sky,blue sea,flowers and countryside images. ...my favorite combination in photograph…

  Landscape,Iceberg,blue sky,blue sea,flowers and countryside images. ...my favorite combination in photography. What’s Yours Friends ? Roger B. ( rog99 ) Roger Baillargeon / Qc. Canada / http://redbubble.com/people/rog99

• Sketches
  by Scott Ruhs

  Celebrities / Nudes...

  Celebrities / Nudes / “Random”

• Maunaleo ~ Journey With Spirit ~ Keali'i Reichel
  by Sharon Anne Mau

  This beautiful mele is one of my favourites and I love the gentle power of his angelic voice!! It is the beautiful Maunaleo Mele Keali’i …

  This beautiful mele is one of my favourites and I love the gentle power of his angelic voice!! It is the beautiful Maunaleo Mele Keali’i composed for his beloved Mother, Lei, and the one I included on my signature image I created with deepest respect and appreciation for Keali’i Reichel ~ Darkly, deeply, beautifully blue! / Aloha! Sharon Maunaleo ~ Journey With Spirit ~ This is one of my signature pieces, a composite of seven of my images blended into one using photographs I have taken on the lava seacliffs of Wa’ianapanapa Maui Hawai’i and a full moon in Fairbanks Alaska. Maunaleo ~ Journey With Spirit is dedicated with deepest respect and appreciation for Keali’i Reichel. Carleton Lewis Keali’inaniaimokuokalani Reichel (born 1962) popularly known as Keali’i Reichel, is a popular and bestselling singer, songwriter, choreographer, dancer, chanter, scholar, teacher, and personality from the State of Hawai’i. He has spent his life educating the world about Hawaiian culture through music and dance. Maunaleo is one of his most beautiful songs and one of my favourites! / Lyrics Source: Keali`i Reichel album “Melelana” Copyright 1999 Punahele, Inc. – “Composed for Keali`i’s mother Lei, she is compared to the majestic sentinel mountain, Maunaleo, who guards, comforts, nourishes and loves her people. Mälie is the gentle wind of the area. ~ Maunaleo – Words by Keali`i Reichel & Puakea Nogelemeier, Music by Keali`i Reichel ~ “He aloha nö `o Maunaleo / I lohia e ke kilihuna / Kohu `ahu`ao no ka uka / He kamalani kamaehu kau i ka hanoë / He kamalei, kamahiwa pä i ka lani ë / ka lani ë He aloha nö `o Maunaleo / I lohia e ke kilihuna / Kohu `ahu`ao no ka uka / He kamalani kamaehu kau i ka hanoë / He kamalei, kamahiwa pä i ka lani ë / ka lani ë Po`ohina i ka `ohu kolo / Kahiko no ka poli `olu / Apo `ia e nä kualono / He hi`ina, hi`ialo, alohaë / Hi`ipoli, hi`ilei, hi`ilanië / ilanië Po`ohina i ka `ohu kolo / Kahiko no ka poli `olu / Apo `ia e nä kualono / He hi`ina, hi`ialo, alohaë / Hi`ipoli, hi`ilei, hi`ilanië / ilanië Eia ku`u lei aloha / No Maunaleo i ka nani / `Ohu`ohu i ka Mälie / He kamalani kamaehu kau i ka hanoë / He kamalei, hamahiwa pä i ka lani e / ka lani e Eia ku`u lei aloha / No Maunaleo i ka nani / `Ohu`ohu i ka Mälie / He kamalani kamaehu kau i ka hanoë / He kamalei, hamahiwa pä i ka lani e / ka lani e No Maunaleo ke aloha kü i ka la`i e Aloha ë, alohaë ~ Beloved indeed in Maunaleo ~ / Sparkling in the light, wind-blown rain. A finely woven cloak for the highlands. / A cherished one, respected for power and strength. / Esteemed, treasured, touched by heaven. / Capped by the silver of the rolling mists. / An adornment for that gentle heart. / Embraced by the surrounding ridges. / One to hold close, to hold near, to love. / One dear to the heart, precious, exalted. / This is my garland of affection for Maunaleo in its beauty. / Glorified by the Mälie breeze. / A cherished one, respected for power and strength. / Esteemed, treasured, touched by heaven. / For Maunaleo is the serenity of deep love. / Beloved are you, beloved indeed.” .... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PA1xzuP0nkI / Maunaleo by Keali’i Reichel

• Red Bubble Rocks!
  by Ashley DeRossett

  Thanks for the warm welcome! I am so very excited to be here. This is a safe place to express myself. In the city where I live it se…

  Thanks for the warm welcome! I am so very excited to be here. This is a safe place to express myself. In the city where I live it seems that no one understands me the artist. But now I finally have home to come to. Not only to show what I’m made of, but to find inspiration in this world. There’s so much beauty here. I’m thankful to be a part of this community. I look forward to the future. So far everyone is just amazing. / My work has been called “dark”, “scary” and lots of other unintelligent words. But now I have seen that the world is more than my tiny space. Thanks to all of you who find interest in my mania. LOL.

• RedBubble Rocks! Merry Christmas!!
  by cybercat

  OMG! Redbubble rocks..and thank YOU to those of you who have bought my artwork. You’ve helped make my Christmas merry as I’ve just gotten…

  OMG! Redbubble rocks..and thank YOU to those of you who have bought my artwork. You’ve helped make my Christmas merry as I’ve just gotten my first check from RB. It was small but to me it’s very significant. I have been on Cafepress for YEARS and I’ve only gotten a check from them ONCE! I look forward to adding more artwork and shirts soon!! Thanks again to every one and Please do let me know what ya thought of the shirts quality when you get them!! Take care! Steph

• blog
  by shutterup

  If you are interested in rock art formations you may wish to check out my blog. I have a different twist on rock art. I have added a pe…

  If you are interested in rock art formations you may wish to check out my blog. I have a different twist on rock art. I have added a perspective of rock art formations that I believe have been manipulated or modified or even created by man and taking pictures of them. Usually rock art implies petroglyphs or pictographs. These rock art formations may resemble a man’s face specifically or in general. It could be a side profile or a front view. Or they may resemble an animal. Or a bird. I find this study very fascinating. For a further discussion or more information on what I am trying to say, here is my blog address: http://www.wasatchphotos.blogspot.com/ Thank you.

• Rock Art
  by jkp07

  To celebrate Australia Day my friend Steve and I travelled to our favourite wilderness. Arriving early we listened to the dawn chorus and…

  To celebrate Australia Day my friend Steve and I travelled to our favourite wilderness. Arriving early we listened to the dawn chorus and identified all the birds we could by sound. We then walked along what passes for the road and observed the animal tracks and scats to learn more of what passed in the night. We found some Quoll and Koala scats. On full light we headed off for the creek to check for tracks in the sand. We came across the tracks of the Water Rat and the Brush-tail Possum side by side, had they stopped for a chat? After several hours of exploring unmapped tributaries we became hopelessly lost. This is fairly typical of what happens every time we come here. The old joke “we could die here’ always gets a laugh. We found some species of plants not previously identified in the area and are content that we have done our bit for science. We snacked on some bush food and suppressed our appetites with smokes. We observe what we called ‘explodey tree’, a forest giant so impacted by lightning that it literally exploded. Trees are sheared of in all directions, timber shards are imbedded in the ground over 50metres away. The trunk of the tree has exploded and the unsupported branches have fallen in a heap where the trunk used to be. The thought of so much force is a little confounding. Time to have some fun and look for caves. Crawling among the sandstone I am once again struck by the extraordinary lithology of the area, at least two types of sandstone and rare basalt intrusions. I know this was also of great interest to the original inhabitants because sandstone, conglomerate, basalt and water are great ingredients for making stone tools. Many people once lived here, the evidence is all around. As the day was drawing to a close and we needed to find our way out we came across a very large cave. There were bones to photograph so I made my way to the back of the cave. It was then that I saw the artwork. Shaking, I almost reached out and touched it, but then the training kicked in. Observe and record but do not touch. I have never seen a more beautiful man made sight in all my life. It is a gallery, it is enormous, it is ancient, over 15 metres of cupules in at least seven distinct rows, more than 500 individual carvings. A storm was brewing and it was time to go. Our research later confirmed that it is indeed ancient and previously unrecorded. An art style that is consistent with a Pleistocene dating, probably more than 10 thousand years old. As we were leaving Steve had to almost drag me into the car, I was mesmerised by the storm. I saw a bolt of pulse lightning strike the forest and am reminded of explodey tree. Time to go, now. How better to celebrate Australia Day? I have tried to find the cave since but have failed, I have the pictures and a rough idea of where but I always get sidetracked, another cave, an odd plant, or obscure geology. Perhaps one day I will die out there…