Donné

ANATOMY OF HEART

Rolling out 2026

“You seldom hear words married so perfectly to music. Great Circle spins on its enthralling narrative arc and its spartan-to-sumptuous music simultaneously.” — John Shand

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What Anatomy of Heart Is

Music pressed to vinyl, sold with an LP-sized photo book (photography: Syl Marie, text: Donné Restom).
Live performances in galleries and niche venues, alongside a photo exhibition and video work.
Symbolic illustrations (one per track) by tattoo artist Ashley Cairns, with tattoo process documented and temporary tattoo versions offered as merch.
8-part YouTube series documenting the creative process, making visible the value and labour behind art.
7 music videos and 160 short-form pieces for social media.

artistic collaborators

This project brings together some of Australia’s most respected musicians and artists. Their contribution elevates Anatomy of Heart into a multidisciplinary work, built for performance, exhibition, and legacy.

aaron ‘baz’ flower

Winner of the National Jazz Award for guitar, and known as “One of Sydney’s most versatile musicians.” John Shand, SMH

Co-writer | Producer | Arranger | Guitarist

evan mannell

One of Australia’s most in demand session drummers, he tours with Tim Minchin, London Philharmonic, Teskey Brothers and countless others.

Drummer

Cellist

oliver miller

Oliver Miller is a filmmaker, composer, and co-founder of The NOISE, Amphibious, and Bungarribee. He collaborated with Georges Lentz on the Cobar Sound Chapel, a permanent outback installation.

Worked with Goldfrapp, Depece Mode, Gwen Stephani, Marilyn Manson, Craig David, and Britney Spears among others. His film compositions credits include The Penitent, Martin Scorcese + more.

Mixing Engineer

lee groves

Syl is Australian, trained in Los Angeles at The American Academy of Arts. Her work focuses on people and spaces that are unique, inspired, inclusive, and create conversation.
Syl is drawn to isolated spaces such as Mojave Desert in California and Broken Hill, NSW - the empty space of desert, desolate towns, rustic pieces, that hint at something quiet, unique and strangely beautiful.

Photographer | Videographer

sylvia marie

amelia foxton

Amelia is a multi-award winning actress and content producer. She has performed the roles of screenwriter, producer, director, editor and sound designer for a number of film and television projects, including her own films which have received multiple awards around the globe. A highly trained and versatile actor, Amelia was awarded the Best Actress award at both the 2023 Vancouver International Movies Awards and the 2023 Detroit Independent Film Festival.

Director | Producer | Editor

A multi-award winning filmmaker, Glenn's films have been recognised at the Sundance, Edinburgh and Sydney Film Festivals, among others. He has written and directed film, animation, television and documentaries, created well-reviewed theatre pieces both in Sydney and in London, and filmed extensively around Australia, the Middle East, Asia, the Americas and the UK.

Director | Producer

glenn fraser

Ashley cairns

Ashley ‘Smash’ Cairns is a seasoned tattoo artist and illustrator, co-owner of Ocean Beach Tattoo. Since 2013, she’s honed a distinctive style blending traditional and neotrad influences, specialising in fine line, flora, and ornamental design.

Tattoo Artist | Illustrator

Art is more than entertainment. It creates connection, supports wellbeing, and preserves cultural memory.

With Anatomy of Heart, we will:

Present live performances in galleries and art spaces
Tour photo exhibitions and video installations
Host workshops, artist talks, and public discussions
Create lasting records through vinyl, publications, and digital media

Community & Cultural Impact

Live Experience

Tier 1 – Core Experience

Donné performing solo with a curated digital exhibition projected around the stage.
Cost-effective option for intimate venues or corporate settings.
Tier 2 – Musicians Included

Donné plus selected collaborating musicians.
Full live set with rich arrangements.
Works in medium-sized venues or for larger corporate events.
Tier 3 – Full Experience

Donné + full ensemble of musicians.
Complete live performance with gallery-style exhibition.
Ideal for corporate launches, gala events, or cultural institutions.

Gallery or corporate space installation: 10–15 large-format photographic prints.
Option for video & sound installation
Photographic prints available for purchase at the event.
Features LP-sized photography book showcasing work created for Anatomy of Heart.
Option to purchase vinyl and books alongside the exhibition.

Exhibition

Talks / Speaking Packages

Package 1: Storytelling & Songwriting

Your narrative is your backbone:
The importance of storylines in the creative process
Must play well with others:
Exploring the role of creative collaboration in songwriting development
Package 2: Art in the Digital Age

Stop the robots from killing us all:
Insights into the challenges and opportunities of being an artist in a world that increasingly devalues creative work.
10 reels a day cannot be the way:
Strategies for marketing, audience engagement, and sustaining creative projects.
Package 3: Behind the Scenes: Anatomy of Heart

It wasn’t enough to be a musician; I had to become an entrepreneur:
Walkthrough of the album’s creation, visual artwork, and performance integration.
Includes discussion of community impact and interdisciplinary collaboration.