CREATE with ANITA ROE

RACHELLE ROE STUDIO by Anita Roe

BE ALWAYS BLOOMING

Welcome to the Spring edition of eYs Magazine. I am sure you will all agree that life has been “interesting” since the last edition was published. The world pandemic certainly puts a different perspective on life as we know it as we embark on what they are calling the “new normal”.

Living in Queensland, Australia, has been a blessing, as we just might have the upper hand on the current climate and many restrictions have been lifted to allow us some freedom. I absolutely love Spring in my hometown of Toowoomba, “The Garden City” and it inspires me to work with colour and floral media.

In the last few months, I have settled into my beautiful new studio, which overlooks the mountains and the city of Toowoomba. It truly is the best of both worlds. Some days it feels like I could reach out and literally touch the clouds. I have taken the time to create my studio space and incorporate my soul and personality into my surroundings with the chosen palette predominantly pink, white and champagne. The most beautiful dreamer, which was personally designed by a like-minded creative and friend Bronnie, of BB’s Butterfly Blooms, takes pride of place in my workspace. Centred around Audrey Hepburn, whom I absolutely admire, the design represents pink champagne and the beauty of being who you truly are.

Another memorable and educational event was participating in the Samantha Wills Workshop for Entrepreneurs and Creatives. Samantha is an Australian jewellery designer, writer and speaker who began designing bohemian style jewellery from her dining table and selling her creations at a small market

stall in Byron Bay. Her life experience is not unlike my own and I sincerely admire her passion for life and desire to nurture and support other’s.

I learn't a lot of myself during the workshop which came at the perfect time. As I redesigned my studio and began delving into my inner soul and questioning my personal direction, my mindset changed for the better. Sometimes you need to step outside, take a deep breath and remind yourself of who you are and who you want to be. Moving to a new home, creating a fresh studio, pursuing education, direction and addressing my mindset has been just what I needed. I plan to revisit my signature Meraki Earth Collection and focus on all the designs that have touched my heart and made my soul sing over the years.

I believe that a positive mindset truly attracts abundance and you get back what you give out. The very first week of participating in the workshop and changing my thought pattern brought about an abundance of custom requests, leads in the retail sector, and a very special request to design for a beautiful bride. Sometimes we just need a little nudge in the right direction and to remind ourselves of what makes us happy. My decision to proceed and pursue my dreams in these uncertain times is the healing I need for my negative thoughts and make me believe in myself and my creative mind all over again. I guess you could say that I am retaking my personal vows, to honour and take care of myself personally.

I hope that you too have been able to find some light during these uncertain times. Perhaps it was taking a new hobby, picking up a book to read or reaching into the unknown to learn something new without second-guessing yourself or the reason why for that matter. I have seen businesses both fail and blossom during the last few months, and I have definitely seen a local community who has stepped up and supported those in need. To be honest, our regional city has truly blossomed, all due to the kindness and support of everyone in the community, which makes me feel proud.

Thank you for taking the time to be a part of my journey. All going to plan, I will have some beautiful new designs and photographs to share with you from a planned collaboration soon. May you and your families remain well and abundant with love and support. I wish nothing but peace and love to each and every one of you.