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Circus tents sink, performers scramble, and mayhem erupts, yet she remains perfectly unbothered. Painted in bright, vibrant colours and packed with intricate detail, the work invites viewers to look closely and discover the many humorous narratives hidden within the scene. Inspired by the visual delight of a \"Where's Wally?\" illustration, the vase rewards repeated viewing, revealing new characters and moments of chaos with each glance.  Through humour and playful storytelling, Martinis and Mayhem reflects on the art of detachment, reminding us that not every problem is ours to solve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artist.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNicola Brockett is a ceramic artist creating handmade functional and decorative pottery inspired by colour, nature, and everyday beauty. Known for her vibrant palettes and distinctive hand-painted designs, her work often features whimsical florals and organic motifs that bring personality and joy to everyday objects. Working primarily in clay, Nicola creates unique mugs, vases, planters, and decorative pieces that balance functionality with artistic expression. Each piece is individually crafted and finished by hand, reflecting her passion for craftsmanship, colour, and creativity.  Through her pottery, Nicola aims to create work that is both beautiful and useful, encouraging people to surround themselves with objects that bring warmth, happiness, and a sense of connection to the handmade. Her practice celebrates individuality, creativity, and the simple pleasure of everyday rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection or delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis item is part of the Not My Monkey Art Exhibition, on display at Plant Empire from 25 July - 16 August 2026. 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Exhibition pieces will be available for collection in-store or delivered from 16 August: to collect your item in person, please select the 'in-store pickup' option at checkout; or to have it delivered, please select either the Australia Post or courier option (Brisbane only) at checkout and your delivery fee will be calculated automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mandy-Lou Ceramics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45898498703551,"sku":"NMME-02","price":350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/6197\/5094\/files\/IMG-9032.jpg?v=1784877658"},{"product_id":"remains-of-the-day","title":"Remains of the Day","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRemains of the Day\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy artist: Mandy Brooks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFound objects, prints of the artist’s original paintings, clay, resin, pen, paint, fabric, jewels and memories. 45 x 70 x 5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis artwork is a torso of circus memories in honour of the lingering magic of early 20th century circus performers. 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A solitary figure sits beneath a storm-darkened sky, dressed in a vintage ringmaster-style jacket that suggests expectation rather than authority. Though surrounded by no visible circus, she appears weary from managing the unseen chaos of modern life. In her hand hangs a chain of brightly coloured barrel monkeys—a familiar childhood toy transformed into a symbol of interconnected worries, obligations, and emotional labour. Each monkey represents a problem passed from one person to another, linked together until the line between personal responsibility and inherited burden becomes difficult to distinguish. While the phrase encourages us to detach from problems that do not belong to us, many people find themselves carrying concerns for family, friends, communities, and a troubled world despite knowing they cannot solve everything. The work reflects on empathy, resilience, and the quiet exhaustion that can accompany this. 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