Life is overwhelming. To me, in this moment, at least. There is simply no other way to put it.
Author: sielvakman
Back to the Drawing Board, Literally!
Getting back to drawing business! Watch me get back into the creative flow!
How We Try to be Eco-Friendly Baby Parents
Parenthood has been exhausting and exciting and fulfilling and terrifying, I never thought I could be so busy. In all that chaos it's hard to live a completely environmentally friendly life - heck it's hard to do even when you're childless with a good income! Sometimes I find myself feeling guilty about having to opt for convenience over conservation, but we do the best we can - and that's okay because every bit helps. I no longer aim to be perfect, I just try my best. Here are some of the things we have implemented in our lives to be kinder on the planet as a family with a baby:
Life… Uh… Finds a Way.
Hello, all! It has been a wee while since my last post. I had mentioned some big plans for the future and and then disappeared for ages... Well, I thought it time for a little catch up to tell the world how that is going.
A New Adventure!
It's been awhile since I last did a write up for my blog. That time was spent productively (mostly) behind-the-scenes, let me give you a rundown of what's been going on.
[Video] Story 006: A Gentle Reminder About Time
It's something you hear (and say) often; 'I just want today to be over', 'This week needs to end', 'I can't wait for the new year'. How much time to we waste feeling unfulfilled, unsatisfied, or unhappy and wishing time away because we think that tomorrow or next week will be better?
Art Archive: Drawing ‘Wolfkinders’ and the Music of Heike Langhans
Sharing an old drawing process I'd filmed for 'Wolfkinders', inspired by the music of Heike Langhans.
5 Super Basic and Easy Eco-Habits to Begin Your Climate Journey
With so much happening in the world at the moment, it can be easy to forget the importance of living gently on our planet. In the face of political upheaval, violence, and medical crises - things that directly and immediately affects each of us individually on a daily basis - thinking about our footprint on… Continue reading 5 Super Basic and Easy Eco-Habits to Begin Your Climate Journey
Surviving Self-Isolation: A Depressed Introvert’s Guide to Enjoying Quarantine
Please note that if you suffer from mental illness, be absolutely sure to contact your doctor, counselor, or a help line ( call 0800 111 757 or text 4202 in New Zealand) if you are in distress! This list has been collated based on my personal experiences, musings, and experiments coping with mental illness and… Continue reading Surviving Self-Isolation: A Depressed Introvert’s Guide to Enjoying Quarantine
All These Things I Want
Kia Ora! Yesterday was a beautiful day here in Wellington, and to escape the confines of suburbia we went for a lunch break in Worser Bay, where we enjoyed a gorgeous and dramatic view over the bay. It was so quiet and blissful, my heart felt a little more at peace. So many great things… Continue reading All These Things I Want
MUDLANE WORKSHOP 