Originally posted on Pythian Games:
Leaf for the past Leaf for the future Delicate Living on the branch Falling to the ground Learning and growing From seed to sapling Leaf girl Girl of leaves Grow strong. (c) June Perkins, images and words all rights reserved More work on World Citizen Dreaming
One of 100 Faces
Today I was thrilled to have a portrait selected to be one of 100 representing ABC Open contributors at the Tweed River Art Gallery! The exhibition of 100 Faces from SNAPPED: FACES is a partnership between Tweed River Art Gallery and ABC Open. The Gallery will be exhibiting our portraits during the Olive Cotton Award exhibition. ThisContinue reading “One of 100 Faces”
A man, a guitar, country songs: quest for portraits
Bob Elliston asked if I could do some portrait shots for him. We met at Song Trails last year, where I was the workshop photographer and fellow songwriter participant. Bob is the President of the Yungaburra Folk Festival and music has been his lifelong passion. He has played in several bands and groups. IContinue reading “A man, a guitar, country songs: quest for portraits”
Keeping the Magic Alive: Writing Sagas Guest Dimity Powell
It was a real pleasure to catch up with Dimity Powell, who I meet with online every Monday for the Monday Writing Sprint Group. This was the first time we’ve had a phone conversation. Her passion and commitment to writing came through like a shining light in the conversation. She even, without me asking, generouslyContinue reading “Keeping the Magic Alive: Writing Sagas Guest Dimity Powell”
The Drum
Originally posted on Ripple Poetry :
By June Perkins I love that drum’s discordant sound Parading round and round It’s the source of freedom calls Vibrating sound to ground. To nomads stolen from Africa It’s liberty’s lambada Laughing/ leaping/ leading Rebellion of many slaves. Clapping/circling/celebrating Clans joining other clans Angapu and Maipa Fakai In Maipa Village…
June Paisa Perkins 