Di Skelly Heron Art Studio

www.diskellyheron.com

1. Tell us about your business

Hi I’m Di Skelly Heron My other great passion in life is Art. I have earned my living since leaving school as an artist. First as a commercial artist and then as a artist and art teacher. The similarities in creating great food and great art are very similar. It’s all about passion, getting our or our own way and letting the creative juices flow ‘Art from the Heart ‘is a term I use to describe the way I teach. My primary aim is to show my students how to connect to their intuition and paint from their feelings, rather than their intellect. I believe everybody can paint, it’s like everything in life the more you do it the better your skills become. Working from photos or images will help you achieve this, but painting from your own ideas can be another matter altogether. The real challenge is being able to interpret your feelings and dreams into a work of art. I guide my students through the layers of learned responses (mental blocks) that stop them from allowing their free flowing ideas through, without all their fears and doubt clouding the picture. Over 25 years of teaching art has helped me to design highly effective ways to help you unblock your feelings and allow you to create stunning art. Join me in my studio and discover your true creative power . DI Skelly Heron

2. When and why did you start your business?

I started the business in Darwin in 1989.

3. On a personal level, what have you achieved with your business?

I have achieved so much from my business on a personal level as per my bio on www.diskellyheron.com. The big discovery personally has been how much I love teaching art.

4. What are some of the challenges you’ve faced in growing your business?

Marketing is the big challenge.

5. What activities have been successful in promoting your business?

Word of mouth - Local Newspaper - Website.

6. What activities were less successful for marketing your business?

Probably Newspaper.

7. Name your favourite thing about your business

I get to met great people doing something that I love.

8. Who or what other businesses or business people inspire you?

Successful individuals.

9. What are your plans for the future of your business?

Expansion online.