FOND memories of Japan, a passion for Tasmanian landmarks, some artistic flair and obsessive dedication are seeing Hobart artist Kaye Green’s name branded across the state.
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In a moment of morning ingenuity, Green said she finally knew how she could merge her passion for sharing and creation.
It was stamps.
‘‘I lived in Japan when I was about 17 and there are stamps everywhere,’’ she said.
‘‘You have a little book that you can print each one in – I really enjoyed collecting them.
‘‘I woke up a couple of years ago one morning and thought stamps would work really, really well for Tasmania.’’
The Spirit of Tasmania, Pennicott Wilderness Journeys and the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery are just some of the parties to request their own Green-made stamp for visitors.
A special booklet and a guide to stamp locations are part of Green’s master plan.
‘‘Today I’ve driven up the East Coast and then to Launceston,’’ she said.
‘‘I’ve seen quite a few places along the way and thought ‘oh, they might like a stamp’.
‘‘Tourists can go around with their booklet and find where the stamps are. It’s a nice little guidance for them to find places to go.’’
She said a sum of $60 for a stamp, ink pad and her own time was asked for those who wished to join her push.
With 200 drawings and 70 stamps ready to go, Green said anyone interested in having one made could call her on 0412 440 364.