A nature inspired mural at Geelong Lutheran College brings colour and unity to a new garden bed. Painted ahead of planting, the artwork is designed to grow alongside the garden, creating a welcoming focal point as families and students enter the campus.
A vibrant mural painted in 2025 for Lara Lake Primary School, transforming a curved brick wall into a joyful and welcoming feature for the prep area.
Mandama Primary School just got a colourful update! In Term 4 of 2025, Leah painted a gum nut inspired design on the exterior of the art room, and the students’ reactions were priceless. Bright, fun, and full of creativity, this mural has brought a little extra magic to their school grounds.
Leah visits an Adelaide school and transforms their courtyard in just four days of painting.
During a week-long visit to Indulkana Anangu School, I had the privilege of working with students and teachers on a mural project that became so much more than just art. What began with no sketch or plan grew into three vibrant murals, two workshops, and a powerful connection to culture, creativity, and community. This experience opened my heart and deepened my understanding of the challenges and incredible strengths of remote Indigenous education.
Artist in Residence programs in schools offer students hands on creative experiences while strengthening connections between artists, teachers and the wider school community. In this post, I speak with experienced educator Brooke Porter, who shares her insights into how school residency programs can transform the classroom. From fostering student engagement to enriching school culture, Brooke highlights the true impact of bringing arts education and creative learning directly into schools.
Artist in Residence at Wilderness School in Adelaide was an incredible experience! I worked with every class from prep to Year 12 during the year. I ran workshops, gave artist talks, and even joined the Year 9 camp to create murals together. From the art centre’s inspiring atmosphere to the students’ enthusiasm and talent, the residency was a truly rewarding experience that highlighted the power of creativity in education.
During a week-long visit to Indulkana Anangu School, I had the privilege of working with students and teachers on a mural project that became so much more than just art. What began with no sketch or plan grew into three vibrant murals, two workshops, and a powerful connection to culture, creativity, and community. This experience opened my heart and deepened my understanding of the challenges and incredible strengths of remote Indigenous education.
How can we bring more colour, collaboration, and creativity into schools? In this blog, Leah Grant shares three key strategies; looking for, recognising, and celebrating creativity. She explores how mediums like clay and aerosol can transform student learning and staff wellbeing. Includes practical tips and ideas teachers and schools can implement straight away.
I’m an absolute market lover. I adore meeting the makers, seeing their creativity on display, exploring unique stall layouts, and soaking up the inspiration. Now, for the first time, I’m stepping behind the table, I'll be running my own stall! I have no idea where to begin, so I’ve turned to the experts. I interviewed Libby, Jess, and Jen to gather their best tips and tricks from years of market experience.
My recent visit to Indulkana, a remote Aboriginal community on the APY Lands, reshaped my understanding of education. In this interview, I speak with Zoe Ingoldby-Craig, Art Teacher and Wellbeing Co-ordinator at Indulkana Anangu School. Zoe shares her experiences of teaching on Country, the role of art in student wellbeing, and what meaningful community engagement truly looks like in a remote context.
More collaboration is exactly what public art needs. It pushes artists to think differently, step outside their comfort zones, and ultimately leads to more diverse outcomes. Our hope is that this mural continues to surprise and delight those who pass by. Whether it’s the bold colours, the subtle Queen references hidden in the design, or the way the artwork connects with its surroundings, we want it to feel like a little burst of joy in this residential corner of Croydon.
Let me tell you about three ceramic studios that I am totally inspired by and guarantee you will be too. Elizabeth Bell Ceramics is located at the Fyansford Paper Mills in Victoria. Home Thrown by Jenni Evans is a hidden gem and the most magical space in Adelaide. Take a class at Ceramics by Viv or visit when she has an open studio, you will be so glad you did.
Leah shares the work behind her first public art mural in Geelong, Victoria. This mural marks a major milestone in 2025, commissioned by the City of Greater Geelong, and serves as a creative landmark for the local community. Learn about the challenges of working with unique architectural features, the collaboration with local council, and the importance of this space for youth to connect, thrive, and access essential services.
Every school deserves a vibrant space like this! I had the pleasure of transforming the outdoor kitchen at Eudunda Area School with a bright, colourful mural designed to create a welcoming atmosphere for students. The goal was to turn a dull, beige area into a lively and inspiring environment that promotes positive wellbeing for both students and the wider school community. This project was an absolute joy to work on!
I’ve just completed a mural for the Nutrition Department at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Adelaide. I focused on pastel colours and organic shapes. Many of their patience would find strong, bright colours a sensory overload and it was important to create a welcoming space while patience wait for their appointments.
