HI! I'm Vanessa Preston, a self-taught Artist living in Newcastle, Australia. I create whimsical mixed-media art and expressive, colourful abstract paintings that symbolise hope, inspiration and infinite possibilities.

I love getting lost in the flow of creative projects, deep conversations and introspective journaling. I also enjoy adventuring in the mountains and walking amongst trees, rivers and rockpools.

My passion is to encourage people to see themselves through a softer lens so they can flourish and fly ... I write and share uplifting and thoughtful content on Instagram, my "Letters from Butterflies" blog and on Substack at "Postcards from the Heart".