Francesca Owen

Introducing former synchronised swimmer and current artistic photographer, Francesca Owen. Just one glance at her breathtaking pieces and you’ll know exactly why her work has been showcased across the globe. Known for her large-scale pieces and surreal stylistic choices, Owen’s art is certainly a force to be reckoned with!

The first thing you did this morning

Walked to the coffee shop, it was hot and muggy, but worth the caffeine hit!

Drink of choice

I’m loving spicy margaritas right now! But not too spicy. And if we’re talking nonalcoholic, then it has to be an oat cappuccino.

Song on high rotation

Elton John – Tiny Dancer.

Signature scent

I love going into Libertine on James Street; it’s such a special experience choosing your own perfume. ‘Upper Ten for Her’ by Lubin is my most recent go-to.

Next bucket list holiday

I’m always dreaming of where to go next; I would love to head to the Bahamas for a shoot and to relax as well, of course!

On Sunday, you’ll find me

At the moment I spend Sundays working on my kitchen renovation – tile hunting, sink searching and all things renovation!

Can’t put down read

Right now, I’m reading How to Be Illuminous by Harriet Reuter Hapgood; it’s a lovely story about three daughters, whose mother is an artist. It’s a book about creativity, loss, and life.

What song best depicts your life

This is a hard one, but the first song that comes to mind is Both Sides Now by Joni Mitchell. It’s a melancholy song, but I’ve always felt connected to it.

Who or what is your biggest influence?

I feel my drive to keep being creative and exploring the underwater realm is a big influence for me. I’m also inspired by whom I surround myself with on a personal level and creatives, who’s work I follow.

Best career advice you’ve ever received

I guess this isn’t just career advice, but also life advice from one of the greats, Steve Waugh: “Not everything will turn out the way you want it to, however it’s how you handle yourself in such situations that you’ll be remembered by.”

Get money smart! Tips to improve your financial wellbeing

1 . Take stock of where you are today – write out your monthly income, your expenses, as well as a list of all your assets and liabilities

2 . Set financial goals – ask yourself what your goals are (these are going to be 100 per cent personal to you), and then divide your goals into short and long term

3 . Act – taking stock of where you are and where you want to be is great, but the most important step is actually acting and working towards your financial goals