My passion is art and design, it always has been. My brain is hardwired to notice everything visual: from an edgy new font to a new contemporary artist. This obsession is in my work as a designer and artist. Born and bred in Melbourne, I made a ‘tree change’ to Daylesford in regional Victoria 24 years ago. I shifted my small design studio too, and it was the best decision I ever made. I grew, and so did my business!For the past four years I have had a focus on my role as an online digital mentor. I craft online strategies to help individuals, business and not for profits speak to their audiences online. Everything from social assets & search engine marketing to brand development & web strategy. I also lecture part time at Collarts in the design department. I deliver Design Thinking & Design Principles, plus I'm part of the development team for a new Creative Entrepreneurship unit. I work with local & international clients within a broad range of industries. My key expertise is around destination marketing & health services plus art festivals and cultural events. I run a contemporary art gallery in my home town of Hepburn called Radius Art Space. I also have a personal art practice which explores contemporary 'land art' with an environmental focus; creating stop motion animation and installations using bottle caps. My current focus is digital projection and installations. My qualifications include a BA from RMIT University in Visual Communication and Diploma in Multi-media from Victoria University. I have teaching experience at University bachelor level and have trained adults and VCE students using Adobe Creative Suite, design theory and digital strategy.STRATEGIC THINKING & LECTURESI have lectured at University on topics ranging from design thinking for web & print to launching a design career. I also run web & brand strategy workshops for clients in a diverse range of industries. COMMUNICATION DESIGNI specialise in creating cutting edge design solutions for web and print projects. I love unearthing client problems and solving them with engaging unique designs.LEADERSHIPIn 2015 I was a graduate of the Leaders Forum, Ballarat. It was an immense year of learning, growth and new experiences. The program gave me insights into my own leadership style, I learnt some great problem solving techniques plus I deepened my sense of community.PROJECT MANAGEMENTI ensure all the projects I am involved run smoothly. I enjoy working with clients to ensure we meet all project budgets, timelines and goals.