Sophie Mill Artist and creative person

What a wonderful experience to have time to write, walk, ponder, and draw. I've thoroughly enjoyed my well-earned break over the last year, I've successfully returned to work, not expecting anything immediately but suspecting something will unfold in the correct time frame. What unravelled was perfect.......

I'm I am Dog Minding and I've gone back to painting for myself.  Growing up as a country girl

I have dedicated 25 years to the arts, teaching, and exhibiting my paintings while balancing the responsibilities of raising a family; but a painting, drawing, or a mentoring word always finds a place.

Throughout my career as a visual art educator, I have made significant contributions. I began my journey as an art tutor under the Gonski funding scheme, a pioneering initiative to re-engage disengaged students through the visual arts. As the first artist employed under this program, I held the position of one of the longest-serving art tutors at Pymble Ladies College. Additionally, I had the privilege of serving as the Artist-in-Residence at Newcastle Grammar School for over 8 years and establishing the highly successful Sophie Mill School of Art.

Now, at a point in my life where I have surpassed mid-life, I am contemplating a career transition or a slower pace of life. With my rural upbringing serving as a driving force, I have an ardent desire to engage in meaningful endeavors involving gorgeous animals, exploring, walking, hiking, and traveling around the country.

I firmly believe in embracing change to foster continual personal growth. By embodying qualities such as optimism, sustainability, contentment, and serenity, I aspire to exude a sense of calm not only for myself but also for those around me. I wholeheartedly believe that animals can perceive the whisper of kindness, security, and the feeling of being at ease.

As someone who is transitioning into semi-retirement and possesses a valid working with children check, police checks, and a strong sense of fairness, I can assure you that your beloved pets will be in good hands as you embark on your own journey to find tranquility.

Here's what I have in place for you: - Valid working with children check - Police check - A wealth of experience working in schools and business, demonstrating professionalism, logic, sensibility, honesty, and the ability to adapt - Proficiency in working with cattle, sheep, horses, dogs, chickens, and cats due to my rural upbringing - Plentiful references from previous endeavors.

Please feel free to contact me if you would like your animal to be minded by a creative person.