Janette Doyle I have been painting and drawing since I was a child but have only publicly exhibited my artwork in the last 8 years. After leaving high school and following a career path in Nursing, Art took a back seat however I regard Art as one of my fondest hobbies and I have undertaken formal training, continuing with an Advanced Diploma in Visual Arts. I pursue many forms of art including painting, folk art, cake decorating, bridal floristry and woodwork. Choosing to devote more of my time to fine art – painting, I am attempting to develop a collection to do a featured exhibition although demand frequently exceeds supply. As a working mother to three children, a committed leader to a local youth group and a devoted wife to a workaholic husband, “art time” is a rarity, however my ambition as time allows, is to dedicate more time each week to pursue art more frequently.  My artwork has been absorbed by many private collectors, charities, schools, family, friends and private commissions. I am a current member of Wildlife Art Society of Australasia (WASA) My achievements… ·        winner “Best Show Theme” Lilydale Agricultural Society Show -  2007 ·        Finalist WASA Wild Awards - 2008 ·        winner of the bronze award Lilydale Agricultural Society Show - 2008 ·        regular exhibiter in the Camberwell Rotary Art Show since 2006 ·        Highly Commended Bayside Rotary Art Show - 2008 ·        Highly Commended Box Hill Rotary Art Show - 2008 ·        Runner up Presidents award WASA/BOCA “All about birds” Art Show - 2009 ·        Third - Presidents Most Popular Artworks award WASA/BOCA “All about birds” Art Show - 2009