Whilst in Hobart we popped into the handmark gallery on Salamanca Place and I was thrilled to see a wonderful exhibition by  Leonie Oakes who creates gorgeous works of art on paper. She combines etching, sewing and other techniques. They are exquisite. This is a photo of my favourite piece in the exhibition. I took it through the window standing on Salamanca Place. You can see the reflection of the trees in the top of the photo. The work combines my love of red, birds and gorgeous frocks. I studied Durer in high school and have had a soft spot for etching ever since.

Her photographs are also stunning. You can see all the pieces in the exhibition here.