Sorry I've been away for so long... my PC has been in for repairs for over a month and I can't access the site from work unfortunately... in the meantime, several clutches of 'fids have hatched grown and been sold, and my latest Musical Theatre performance "The King & I" has been and gone...all over 'til next yr! ;OP However, I'm still in time to show you my latest feathered kids, 5 of which are of age to go to loving new homes! ;OD For those that are looking...details follow... For pics, refer "Photos" section... I'll add the best dozen or so for your interest :) I am getting enquiries on a daily basis, so get in early to put one of these gorgeous birds aside for your very own! ;OD (Those who pay a deposit get first pick) Some are friendlier than others, as they all have their own unique 'personality', just like children, but they all prefer to sit on a human shoulder than in a bird cage!! lol so if u haveroom in home? and heart?for 1 or more of my cuddly 'fids' (feathered kids) please let me know ;OP Freighting is no problem, within Australia only, of course. Also, happy2consider all 'non-cash' transactions, i.e. trades for goods or services welcome. All DNA sexed males are spoken for, but there are 2 remaining which I'm pretty confident are also male (these are Cinnamon & Turquoiseblue) or, if you want something a little different to the mainstream, there are females(which I personally find most affectionate of the species) presently available in Lacewing, Pastel Skyblue fallow and what I suspect is a Cinnamon ino. All of my girls are exceptionally tame and friendly :) Prices presently range from $300 to $600 and include DNA certificate and food sample (all of the 'cheaper' ones were snapped up long ago), as well as 'spec sheet' for the newbies, and endless backup. Always happy to help!! ;OD

Hi all, this is something I'm involved in (through StarNow)...if you're local to Brisbane, Qld, Australia... please read on ;OD

We need extras, LOTS of you, for our brand new music video from the forthcoming debut LP, The Revolution Is Never Coming. The band will be shooting the music video on Saturday September 13th in Brisbane, Australia. Time 10am.

We need about 100 people + to fill the stage with us. This is going to be a Morning/Arvo shoot, and it's shaping up to be one of the most unique and organic videos we have ever created...something you don't want to miss that we want all of your lovely faces to be in. All extras need to arrive by 10am for the full rundown on shots and what exactly we're going to need for you to do -- then shooting will run for approximately 2-6 hours...

it could go very fast, but we like to account for possible reshoots, mistakes, and of course random unexpected craziness...ugly little things tend to rear their head when you least expect it, so best to play it safe and book a longer time frame just in case.

Location of Shoot
Griffith Film School Studios
Corner of Vulture St & Dock St.
South Bank, 2ND Floor.
Take first left once in dock. There will be a young lady who will meet all those involved at front entrance across from the Maritime Museum.

Also, please let us know if you can bring any friends and perhaps repost this for us on your pages?...we'd love to have your help gatheting 'em. To confirm your involvement or for any additional information, please e-mail jdsmarshall@gmail.co m and CC management with the subject 'The Red Paintings September Video Extra' (or call 0416119661). Requirements and details are as follows: There will be two scenes that need to be shot on the day.

Scene One
* 100 extras
* Dress Code -- If possible, please dress entirely in white, preferably with no logos or images (it's okay if you can't but those who are fully white, we can feature in close-ups) Scene Two
* 25 Bodies to paint white like a human canvas. We will supply white wigs and crazy hat piece.
* 5 Bodies to be painted black.
- We will need to drop the black bodies from ceiling height of around 6-8 feet.
All you'll need to do is wear white underwear if you plan to be a white canvas, and black if...you got it, if you want to be a black canvas. There are showers you can use also, so please feel free to bring a towel to clean up and dry off. Don't worry about the paint -- it's special and comes right off/won't damage your skin...it's a little cold, but quite fun. We promise. Many of you crazy kids have done it before so feel free to ask your fellow fans what it's like. There is no payment involved, BUT we will supply food and drink. Plus of course you get the satisfaction and experience of something quite unique...a part of Red Paintings history. Again, feel free to bring as many people as you like, but please try and drop us a line that you can do it. If you bring more than expected, awesome, just let them know dress code. We are also on the lookout for 20 extras (only 20) on the Sunday (the day after/14th) to form an Orchestral scene. Let us know if you may be interested in shooting on both days. See you soon!!

so....See you there? :O}

Finally!! singing in public again!! $6 cover charge cnr Petrie & Caxton

singing "La Vie En Rose" in French & English, "Tenessee Waltz" and "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy"

gotta go now...bye!!