INSPIRE NEWSCAST

Art speaks to people in many different ways, and our purpose as artists varies from person to person. Abigail Parker took up painting later in life, but she is driven by purpose. Abigail, better known in Albany as Abigail’s EcoArt, has a passion to paint to protect.

When Abigail began painting, she investigated local wildlife and birds and realised that they were slowly disappearing. Now her passion leads her to paint a message about the importance of protecting our wildlife.

She has developed an ecosystem around her home, which means she is surrounded by birds, possums and other wildlife, which helps to keep her grounded. But inside her studio, Abigail’s paintings tell a story of nature’s beauty as well as its vulnerability.

This video captures Abigail’s gentle nature as she shares her story and her passion to protect.

Homelessness is a growing problem in Australia and it is always good to recognise those groups that are seeking to address the issue.

My video this week provides a voice to a man who has found hope in Shalom House in Albany. Shalom Inc is a locally-based Chrstian not-for-profit organisation that offers accommodation for men who are at risk of homelessness.

Brian Pearce takes us for a walk around Shalom House and proudly talks about the way the house has been a lifesaver for him, and many other men who find themselves without a roof over their head.