Award for work with digital media

Umina Beach resident Ms Jordan Dryland has received the Pride of Workmanship Award from the Hornsby District of Rotary.

Ms Dryland was given the award for her role in developing and supporting digital media facilities for Studio Artes, a non-profit organisation that focuses on developing life and artistic skills in adults with disabilities.

Ms Dryland said a particular event video on the organisation's website was what prompted her to get involved.

"The website really interested me a lot; seeing all of the fun and creative things that the organisation was doing really drew me in," Ms Dryland said.

"I've been around people living with disability since a young age and I felt the role was perfect for me at the time."

She said that, even after working at Studio Artes for 20 months, a day at the office is always fun.

"Painting, dancing, singing, music, cooking, gardening and skills development are just some of the many things happening around the studio on a daily basis," she said.

Ms Dryland is studying at university alongside working with the organisation, and said both activities help the other.

Ms Dryland said she valued the award because it meant her work is being valued.

"I'm grateful for this recognition and I want to continue doing my best to live up to the theme of the award, 'do it once, do it well'," she said.

Source:

Media release, 29 Jun 2017

Peter Landow, Able Ant

Media statement, 6 July 2017

Jordan Dryland, Umina