The winner of the $200 Red Balloon voucher is Katie with her comment left for the competition, ‘What did you want to be when you were growing up?’:
“I have a Bachelors Degree in Fashion and Textile Design which since moving from Perth to Melbourne I have been told is ‘from the stone age’. With little prospects in Perth during the prelude to and then subsequent recession imposed by the GFC I fell into admin work in financial services. I love supporting people and take pride in the fact that I have the smarts to understand this industry, its systems and processes – but every fibre of my being screams that I am wasting my potential in staying here when I could be hit by a bus tomorrow and have nothing to show for being incredibly talented besides a certificate and blog lacking followers. Returning to study would change my life because it would allow me to broaden my skillset to obtain work in the industry, or become a role model for young creatives as a teacher and mentor. What’s stopping me? I might detest the job but I have grown accustomed to the security and lifestyle it provides. Also after pouring blood, sweat and tears into a redundant qualification in the past, I am afraid of being in the same position again – or worse, not being satisfied by the work that brings, and having to go through it all over again.”
The winner of the ‘In Her Shoes’ competition is Seyma!
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One day I will wine one of your superb competitions, I’m sure of it! They’re so good. And I am loving that ring
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