As the founder of True Gusto, an artistic enterprise specialising in creating historical murals and picture books that celebrate regional heritage, particularly focusing on areas such as Lightning Ridge, through Cunnamulla, to Yowah’s opal industry, ...
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Outback Australian Travel
Books about the Outback
Outback Paintings
Opals, Opals and More Opals!
Must Haves to Ensure Safety and Comfort in the Outback
Outback Australian Travel
How can anyone really tell what it is like to be in the Outback? I have attempted to curate some books, locations and artworks that partially tell the story in the hope that you might piece it together like a mosaic. It is better that you come out he...
I will be an artist in residence at Eulo in August. The story of the Eulo Queen is very interesting; you can read about it here. https://medium.com/@jo_78184/eulo-queen-outback-enigma-951d7c6e24a3?sharedUserId=jo_78184
Eulo Queen Hotel and Caravan Park - Hipcamp in Eulo, Queensland
I am saving up to go on a trip with this group.
Club Boutique Hotel Cunnamulla
This my favourite place to be.
Lightning Ridge District Bowling Club
Visitors just luv this joint! Good music festivals too!
Charlotte Plains
I always stay at the Pelican Rest when in ST George (which is pretty often)
Pelican Rest Tourist Park
This hotel has the best eatery in the district. Great selection, great value.
The Australian Hotel St George
Books about the Outback
Who knew? Once I started researching, I found lots to read. Very interesting take on the surroundings. (and every view different)
I was stunned when I found this book. Quite interesting.
The Cunnamulla Job: Beneath the Red Dust Pt 2
Still stunned!
The Station Job: Part Four of Beneath The Red Dust
My dream is to be featured in this maqazine
Outback Magazine : R.M. Williams - Outback Magazine : R.M. Williams
This is an interesting first introduction to Yowah
Yowah Town Book - 2025
I live directly across the road from this amazing wellness retreat. Come to Cunnamulla - you will be glad you did!
Cunnamulla Hot Springs
Outback Paintings
I have looked for paintings that capture the spirit and feel of the nearby Outback.
What a beautiful painting. Tania Chanter, Australia
Three Forgotten Memories
"Once Were Burrowers 3" Painting Lyn Graham, Australia
Once Were Burrowers 3
Lyn Graham certainly can capture atmosphere
Simpson Desert 1
Jennifer Bell, Australia captures the isolation well
Desert Wildflower
J A Jones, United States Mixed Media, Acrylic on Glass. Who knew you could do that?
One Golden Orbit l Resin Geode Artwork
"Infinite ground" Painting Swapna Namboodiri, Australia
Infinite ground
Now if you want to see ART this is the place to go. I'll upload some images soon
Chambers of the Black Hand
Minimalism really can capture the isolation and yet beautiful simplicity of the outback
Mellow Yellow
Opal mine Mintabie Australia The alien landscape of this small opal mining settlement in the middle of Australia is gouged with man made caves. Even though you are deep within the earth the whiteness of the limestone evokes an ethereal vision. Limite...
Cave
Opals, Opals and More Opals!
During my residency at the Eulo Queen, I will be exploring every aspect of the history of this district.
Opals are a main feature of the outback
0.7ct Lightning Ridge Opal Pendant Necklace ~ 'The Margaret River Halo' | 925 Sterling Silver | Solid Australian Opal
Simple statement with a big message
OPAL ALTAR BIG SUR
You would be surprised how awesome they really are
Holly | Australian Yowah Nut Boulder Opal Necklace
Yes! The opals in Lightning Ridge are black.
Southern Flame - 100% Natural Solid Lightning Ridge Black Opal Pendant in 10k Yellow Gold
Must Haves to Ensure Safety and Comfort in the Outback
Prevention is a necessity in the outback. It is not as though you can just pick up the phone. Even if you could, sometimes there can be more than one accident. Don't for get plenty of water.
I was bogged down at the local dump recently. Wish I had taken photos of how deep the ute really sank!
