In this edition of #OtomysRecommends, we’re delighted to share a journal style entry from artist Emma Itzstein, who recently returned to her home state of Western Australia after a decade in Victoria.
Emma reflects on the gentle rhythm of home life; beach walks, bush trails, nurturing her native garden, and settling into a light-filled studio by the sea.
Through intimate observations of her surroundings, Emma offers a glimpse into the seasonal shifts, community resilience after devastating bushfires, and her evolving creative practice shaped by nature, motherhood, and a renewed connection to place.
Her reflections are tender, grounded, and filled with quiet inspiration - paired with current reads, studio glimpses, and recent gallery visits that are shaping her next body of work.
June 18, 2025