Tingalpa

It was epic to recently take on a large commission in Tingalpa, Brisbane. I cut my teeth on walls in the area so it was fitting the client wanted a graffiti inspired modern design. There was also added nostalgia talking motorcycles as my first piece was my motorcross racing number and as a youngster I’d completed my motor mechanics apprenticeship literally next door

The 125 SQM mural is a backdrop for the family business office and workshop celebrating their love for art and cherished motor sports collection.

Mural by Sauce in Brisbane, Australia

Chinchilla

No AI, projectors or doodle grids. Just like the craft beer @Charleys Creek Brewery there’s an authenticity to the sign painting. From concept to completion the best things are created by human hands and small family business.

Barcaldine

It was a pleasure to work with Barcaldine Regional Council and Barcaldine State School again. Escaping consistent precipitation on the coast, the weather was fantastic for painting in Outback Queensland. I enjoyed catching up with a bunch of great folk whilst in town and keeping productive on the brushes. The Sand Goanna was definitely a winner being the local champion Rugby League team.

Underwood

I was contacted by the owner of Contrology Pilates to apply some artwork at their new premises in Underwood. The client had a design in mind and was ready to roll so we turned the job around at short notice during the fit out before any equipment was installed.

Oxenford

Earlier this year I applied another mural at Oxenford State School. This artwork continues the theme from the adjacent oval and celebrates regrowth amongst the school grounds seeing the flora & fauna return. Thanks to school staff and the fabulous P&C for being a pleasure to work alongside.

Amby

The fabulous team at the Amby QCWA Branch wanted to give the Boringa Shire Hall a facelift. The hall is home to the Spein-a-yarn display of spinning wheels and items handmade from locally sourced animal yarn.

I channelled the enthusiasm of group members into the artwork and very much appreciate their hospitality and generosity throughout the process. Painters were busy, the gardens were tended and the area is looking great for upcoming Anzac Day services.

The project was made possible with the support of Maranoa Regional Council and local sponsors Tyrepower Mitchell, Samios Trading, Lawsons Butchery, Springhill Retreat, Mucka Pub, Western Qld Spirit, Morelands Nursery, Mt Abundance Homestead and Surat Hotel.

Oxenford

This was a fun commission I completed last year at Oxenford State School. Painting floors is the best way to remind me of my dinosaur bones however aches and pains aside it is totally satisfying to create large scale interactive art. Another good example of transforming a space with some imagination and a splash of paint.

Kingston

I was recently contacted by staff at Kingston State College and took on a small project at short notice. The school is planning an event to celebrate Harmony day and the mural will create a backdrop for the site of night markets. It’s always a pleasure to work with a new school and the positive feedback from staff and students during the painting process. We were lucky to squeeze this one in with recent weather not being favourable but i’m glad we could make it happen and share a the message Together We Belong.

Chinchilla

Over some seriously hot days this summer I visited Charleys Creek Brewery to complete some more art. I worked some magic on the tap trailer, finished two of the ammenities blocks and also took on a stage backdrop. I thoroughly enjoyed getting back on the brushes and what better location than a shady spot by the creek in Chinchilla.

The stage mural was set to a reasonable undertaking especially to paint on the fly. I prefer to have a plan or concept to work from so after discussing a couple of approaches with the owners I sat down and sketched a rough draft on the spot…literally as the final wall panels were being installed! It’s a special thing to maintain balance between the challenge of commercial work (the ability to suit a brief) whilst playing to my strengths as a painter. Its also great to work with businesses who make things happen, no mucking around and meetings to decide the next meeting.

2025 Wrap Up

I had a slow start to the year spending several months suffering from chronic pain only completing a small number of commissions during the first half of 2025. As I recovered I was able to get through a backlog of jobs and returned to full time with a fully booked schedule several months in advance.

Completing almost 20 murals and more than a dozen signs from Murwillumbah to Outback Queensland and FNQ. These commissions saw me working with 8 schools (a bunch of fabulous P&C’s and Education Queensland) Queensland Health and Queensland Transport and Main Roads.

As another year comes to a close I wish to thank my family and friends. Also a big thanks for the support goes out to: Alexandra Hills State School, Aramac Ambulance thrift shop, Barcaldine State School, Capalaba Amateur Swim Club at Capalaba State College, Cairns & Hinterland Health Service, Charleys Creek Brewing Co Chinchilla, Animal Welfare League Coombabah, Leichhardt State School, Longreach State High School, Maleny, Coyotes Cantina Murwillumbah, Muttaburra Museum, Oxenford State School, Regents Park State School, Searles Outback Store Winton, Winton Outback Festival, Tattersalls Hotel Winton and Wondall Heights State School.

Meanwhile despite attempts to be involved, a $316,666 NSW funded, Tweed Shire supported project saw numerous artists from outside the area offered paid commissions on prime CBD walls whilst no such opportunity for The Sauce Studio to apply. Historical, cultural and community connections were disregarded while communication was shut down to ensure my exclusion. Unfortunately this is what collaborative placemaking and community engagement looks like in Tweed despite my experience in community and public arts being second to none and my efforts to see this type of project come to fruition suppressed and remain unsupported in the past. I will continue to tell my story and support the communities that support me, remaining independent of authorities that favour bullies, latte sipping trendy crafters lacking substance and frivolous notions of “local”…oh and what a shame the new welcome to Murwillumbah tourism sign does not contain any local artists work.

The first half of next year is almost fully booked so keep your eyes peeled for some exciting artworks. Share my work, support handmade, keep it real and I will catch you in the new year.