Nathan Tessman likes to be known as McWheels. He is 17 years old, a fantastic hip hop artist, and a passionate dreamer. But Nathan also has Giant Axonal Neuropathy, a rare nerve disease which limits his ability to function normally. Nathan explains that there is no cure, and his future is uncertain, undiagnosed and unpredictable. However,...

Liquid Interactive is the creative digital agency behind the YAQ and JUMP websites. They are a really great group of creative people who have put together a team for Movember. The Liquid Mo'team is growing moustache's to raise money for men's health issues including prostate cancer and men's depression. To show YAQ's support of Liquid's commitment...

Jess Walker, Starburst mentee from this year, has had a fantastic time showcasing her photography at a mini exhibition in Shockwave Festival. I asked Jess to give us a run-down on what the experience was like for her and what she hopes to gain from it. My name is Jessica Walker and I’m a school student...

Starburst mentee Dale Collier details the meaning of home within his world of photography. He dives into an expansion of soul and mind; preparing for his upcoming photo-object exhibit. Dale was asked to write what he felt - and this is what has come of it. As I sit in front of the screen, finger tips...

Michelle Miall’s NYC adventure Another JUMP artist is abroad in America! Following our blog with Elizabeth Willing, Carley caught up with theatre director, Michelle Miall to hear all about her experience in the Big Apple. How did you end up overseas? What are you working on? I’m here in NYC to train with SITI Company, a theatre ensemble founded...

Starburst mentee and new Navigation trainer, Jess Jones, has developed a project that combines dance and theatre in a creative mix; a mix which explores identity and gender on the Atherton Tablelands. I asked Jess to describe the project and why she set out to achieve it. I am creating contemporary dance and dance-theatre performance in...