Whimsical

The concept of ‘connection’ that unifies us as human beings has been subsumed by our frenetic and frantic media-driven life style. Digital platforms and fabricated intelligence are overpoweringly devoid of emotions and feelings and diminish the human element. Kathleen’s beautiful sketches ensure we connect with each other through her unique talent and imagination. Each needs no encouragement to inspire a tale.

It would be hard to find something so unlike Kathleen Moir Morris as these gorgeous little creatures cavorting and in dire situations. These little souls would enchant and inspire children everywhere.

The inspiration for these sweet chipmunks would have come from summers at Marshall’s Bay. The place was teeming with chipmunks dashing everywhere.

As well as squirrels, Marshalls Bay would have had plenty of mice. Perhaps this is where Kathleen took her cue for these adorable drawings and beautiful colourings. This one is in charcoal but the little waistcoats, tweedy trousers and facial expression (not to mention sitting on a chair) are delightful. Maybe preparing for a barbeque with his skewer?

Mice mean one thing. Kathleen is experimenting with scary cats…

…and this ghost-like moggie has no hesitation in sending the little mouse with her broom tumbling helter-skelter down the stairs.

Things are not going well for this little posse of mice as they rescue their colleague from the burning house.

Sun, sand and the beach were never one of Kathleen’s themes; so it is lovely to see these little mice donning their swimming costumes, clearly enjoying the sea and their bucket and spade moment.

H E L P. Call the Lifeguard. Kathleen would be feeling immense compassion for these poor drenched mice frantically awaiting help.

Oh, oh, another catastrophe! Nurse and doctor are in attendance to administer medicine to their sick chum.