Jean retired nearly nine years ago and threw herself into voluntary work, before deciding it was time to try something just for her.
Jean picked up diamond art and dot art, telling herself that anyone can give something new a go if they put their mind to it. It is as simple as talking to people, finding out what is out there, and choosing something that feels right.
She has found it genuinely relaxing, and admits she never expected to have her own work on display. Jean does her shopping at Rossafresh, and knowing her art will be on show right there fills her with excitement. She cannot wait to see it all come together.
Come meet Jean and see her work at the Barossa Village Main Exhibition, 3–31 August, 14 Scholz Ave, Nuriootpa. Open Mon–Fri, 8:30am–4:30pm.
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Christine wanted to study art all the way back in high school, but was pushed into cooking classes which simply wasn't the right fit.
That dream did not go away. Once Christine retired, she decided it was finally her time, enrolling in art classes and discovering a genuine love for acrylic painting. She is refreshingly honest about her own self doubt, admitting she rarely thinks her work is any good.
But there is something that shifts that feeling every time. When someone in her art class looks at a piece and says "that's fantastic" or "that's great", it reminds her that maybe her work is better than she gives herself credit for.
Come meet Christine and see her work at the Barossa Village Main Exhibition, 3–31 August, 14 Scholz Ave, Nuriootpa. Open Mon–Fri, 8:30am–4:30pm.
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Sharon has been creating art for the last 16 years, and it all started with a moment of uncertainty.
After retiring from work, Sharon was not quite sure what to do with herself. One day she picked up a canvas and some cheap paints from a browsing shop, simply curious to see if she could paint. She soon discovered that she could, and has not looked back since.
For Sharon, the real magic of art has been the people it has brought into her life. She describes the Barossa Village art group as a hidden gem, and finds real excitement in sharing her work and being seen by others. Beyond the connection, she believes it plays an important role in keeping the mind sharp and the hands and eyes coordinated, something she feels matters more and more as we age.
Come meet Sharon and see her work at the Barossa Village Main Exhibition, 3–31 August, 14 Scholz Ave, Nuriootpa. Open Mon–Fri, 8:30am–4:30pm.
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Rita has been creating for as long as she can remember, moving between music, drawing and fabric work over the years.
Portraits have always held a special place for Rita, alongside a love of painting flowers. For her, art has never been about ambition or recognition. It is simply something she has always loved doing, and something that brings her a real sense of fulfilment.
Rita is refreshingly matter of fact about it. She does not create to become known or to chase any particular goal. She does it purely because she enjoys the process, and because she loves being involved in something creative.
Come meet Rita and see her work at the Barossa Village Main Exhibition, 3–31 August, 14 Scholz Ave, Nuriootpa. Open Mon–Fri, 8:30am–4:30pm.
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