In this episode of the Passion and Perspective Podcast, we hear from local artist and conservationist Zorana McDavitt.

Raised in Penrith and now living in the Blue Mountains, Zorana has a lifelong love for art and creativity. With a deep curiosity and desire to learn Zorana is now channelling her passion to educate the community about conservation of our local environment, with a specific focus on birdlife.Zorana shares her honest reflections from life, juggling parenthood, career aspirations and passion projects.

Music: "Friendship" - Annie Burbank

Today we hear from local musician Gavin Bowles. Raised in the lower Blue Mountains and now living in the Penrith area, music has been a lifelong passion for Gavin.

Throughout this conversation, Gavin shares his perspective as a full time musician - providing an honest reflection of his pursuit. Speaking with Gavin, it reinforced to me that for any creative the path is not linear, nor is it easy. 

Through the release of his latest album, with his band Gavin Bowles and the Distractions, the music Gavin shares features powerful messages, delivered through upbeat and catchy tunes.

Belle Butler is today's guest on the Passion and Perspective Podcast.

Belle shares her honest reflections from the world of creative arts in our conversation. Balancing her time between music, photography, writing and even stop motion art, Belle's journey is one of persistence. Across her life, Belle has navigated self doubt yet she has continued to pursue and refine her craft. It really resonated with me that Belle's determination and hard work has inspired her work and it shines through in her creative pieces.

Music: "Friendship" - Annie Burbank