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James Bond Theme
Recently I did a show in Melbourne at the Grand Hyatt – the theme was 007 James Bond. It was a charity fundraiser for the Burnet Institute. Here is a photo of one of the speed paintings from the night. Everything just ‘clicked’ into place nicely on the night – especially the audience involvement during ...
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What’s Up!?
A quick update on events coming up… This weekend I am down in Canberra for a Nationals/Liberal Party event.. and on Saturday I am in Melbourne for the Bosom Buddies Ball at the Grand Hyatt (http://www.bosombuddiesball.com/) where I will be giving a Michael Jackson speed painting a try. Apparently this event is near sellout with ...
Golden Stave
Last Friday was a big charity luncheon at the Hordern Pavillion – 750 people from the Australian Music Industry. Performing on stage were legendary Aussie soloists/bands including Tommy Emmanuel, Radiators, Mental as Anything and Jimmy Barnes. Here is some amateur video of my spot on stage.
Dr Shepherds Roast
On Friday night, I performed at a ‘roast’ for Dr Shepherd, former AMA President. It was a glitsy night with a celebrity mix of social commentators, politicians and doctors. My spot on stage followed an introduction from John Mangos (popular TV newsman), Allan Jones (social commentator and talkback host), Dr Brendan Nelson (former Federal Opposition ...
Kenya Aid
A quick post. I’ll be performing at the Kenya Aid appeal 13 June 2009. Some info: http://www.kenyaaid.org/ Tickets are selling fast but still available. Prices are $120 per person, or $100 per person when you book a table of ten.
Celebrity Speed Paintings
Ok.. I’ve finally decided… I’ll be speed painting Lee Kernaghan during the festival.. Australian of the year in 2008, cowboy hat, man you can’t get much more country than him.. I’ll let you know how it goes… Coming up next month, I’m really excited about the Golden Stave Awards. I’ll be speed painting ‘live’.. wait ...
Diabetes Australia
I saw this article in the SMH last week: http://www.smh.com.au/news/health/tv-gladiator-living-with-a-deadly-disease/2008/04/19/1208025548875.html I worked with Derek two years ago as we entertained in the corporate suites of Orrcon at V8 races around Australia. He is a lovely guy and I am thrilled that he is the face of the TV show Gladiators. He is also a very ...