Australian Spiders
Yes, spiders! I’ve been a spider photographer for many years. I’m currently undertaking a 12-month photographic survey of all observable spider species in a local Thurgoona wetland.
- Flickr Spider Photo Collection
- Spiders of the David Mitchell Wetlands Book (coming 2026)
LEGO Mosaics
Every few years I make a new large mosaic made entirely from LEGO. These then get displayed at various LEGO shows around Australia.
Rotary Phones
In 2023 I began sourcing every colour variety of rotary phone that was released in Australia. 24 phones were then converted to microphones and used to record my 2024 album ‘In Between The Words’ alongside standard studio mics. These phone mics provide a unique lo-fi sound that was great for the more rock-aligned vibe of the album. Leftover parts were then used to create pieces of pop art and custom merch for my 2024 national tour.
Woollen Pop Pom
In Year 6 primary school I attempted to gain a Guinness World Record by making the world's largest woollen pom pom. I worked on it on and off from 2003 until the week before I started university in 2010. It weighs 8.85kgs and would have broken the record had it been finished sooner...