"A Single Man"

After just seeing the movie, 'A Single Man', on DVD, I am totally engrossed by the story line and the beauty of the film. Starring Colin Firth and Julianne Moore, directed and produced by Tom Ford - the film has been criticized in the past for being too perfect. However, I completely disagree. Tom Ford has managed to see the beauty and creativity in the objects that surround us. He has merely cut out the ugly things in life.

There is a scene where Colin Firth parks his car in the back car-park of a bottle shop. Fairly uninspiring, however he pulls up in front of a large poster board which looked stunning as it was filmed with the afternoon sunset. I just love how Tom Ford filmed the beauty rather than the ugly. 

The story line is simple, for some. Overwhelmingly powerful for me.

Poteet Architects

 Looking through one of my favorite blogs - was this latest posting on Desire to Inspire, by Poteet Architects. I'm just loving this example of dark timber flooring contrasting with the white walls. In an older house, it makes the space look contemporary and yet enhances the traditional features of the house. Can just imagine this with beautiful decorative ceilings.

Bargin Hunting

Walking along Darby St, I stumbled across a garage sale. How could I resist with this retro Italian vase for only $5??? Its cute. Yes, I am trying to save, however one can still shop on a budget.

Newcastle Mattara Art Show

 This is my Mum - Joyce, demonstrating at The Mattara Art Show this weekend.

 Above is one of Mum's works called 'Venetian Light'

 Another one of Mum's works called 'Waiting'

 Artist Carol McCohon won First Prize with 'Roses in Bloom'. I said to how unbelievable that this has not sold yet. It didn't take Mum long to decide to put a red sticker on - sold to her!

 Artist, Grahame Cox painted 'In the Widden Valley'

 Apologies for the unknown artist of this. I can only assume it is of the fishing boats at Carrington. Below is an oil painting by Jill Campbell, titled 'Bushland 1'.