Short Stories About the Artworks

Did you know that every single Remember When Art creation was inspired by a secret story? What do butterflies mean in a painting? Why were circles used in the background? Read the secret stories behind your favourite artworks below to discover the meaning, symbolism and narrative behind the piece as painted by artist Kirstie Page.

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Secret Story: Like A Wildflower

This Art Nouveau inspired mixed media artwork was painted by Australian artist Kirstie Page. The artwork was inspired by the following quote: “Like a wildflower; she spent her days, allowing herself to grow, not many knew of her struggle, but eventually all, knew of her light” – Nikki Rowe

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Secret Story: Life of the Party

Everyone knows a party bird! Read the story to discover the secrets behind this painting of a cockatoo by Australian artist Kirstie Page.

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Secret Story: Someone to Watch Over Me

This painting of a tawny frogmouth by Australian artist Kirstie Page contains symbolism. This makes it a special piece to not only delight the eyes but uplift your heart and home.

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Secret Story: Waiting for You

This mixed media painting of an Australian kookaburra by Brisbane artist Kirstie Page is titled “Waiting for You”. Inspired by Art Nouveau and intricately detailed, the artwork also features a secret story which explores the meaning and symbolism incorporated throughout the piece.

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Secret Story: The Messenger

This ANZAC Day mixed media artwork was created by Brisbane artist Kirstie Page. This symbolic artwork honours the contribution and sacrifice of family members who served Australia during various wars and conflicts.

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Secret Story: Look Up

“When others try to drag you down, look up, look out, and look beyond.” This original Art Nouveau inspired artwork by Australian artist Kirstie Page. Read the comforting secret story that inspired the creation of this beautiful artwork.

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Secret Story: The Waiting Game

Goodness it was such a wonderful feeling to immerse myself in creating this artwork. This piece was inspired by what feels like is a waiting game that so many of us have been playing lately, whether we like it or not.

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Secret Story: You Are

This beautiful, Art Nouveau inspired femme was inspired by the beautiful quote by Rumi: “You are not a drop in the ocean, you are the ocean in a drop.” Sometimes it’s so easy to feel like we are lacking. Read the secret story to be reminded why you are enough.⠀

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Secret Story: The Lookout

I have such a soft spot for fairy wrens. Not only are they beautiful, they remind me of my mum who adored them. It seemed appropriate to paint one. Prior to painting, I completed some research. I made an amusing discovery…

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Secret Story: Into the Light

I awoke this morning to the sounds of birds and sunlight streaming through my window. It made me feel so utterly content and was such a beautiful way way to start my day that I decided wanted to capture the feeling in an artwork.

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Secret Story: Her Beauty Within

This femme was inspired by the following quote: "A flower blooming in the desert proves to the world that adversity, no matter how great, can be overcome." ~Matshona Dhiwayo Read on to discover the secrets behind this enchanting artwork…

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Secret Story: In Anticipation

Brisbane based mixed media artist Kirstie Page painted this Australian magpie artwork titled “In Anticipation”.

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