Radford Art Show 2013

The Art Show has commenced this evening and will continue over the weekend. I have a total of 4 paintings entered in the Art Show and look forward to viewing the work supplied from the talented Artists in Canberra and the surrounding region.

1053 2CA announce the Radford Art Show

Title: One Wish - 2nd edition, Two wishes and Three Wishes

Title: One Wish - 3rd edition

Cranleigh Capital Chemist Art Show

Here is a sneak preview of the artwork I am submitting for exhibition in the Cranleigh Capital Chemist Art Show:

Title: One Wish
Inspiration: To take the challenge, it's harder than you think!

Exhibiting Prada Batik

Exhibition details:
'SQUARES' Peoples Choice Exhibition - Strathnairn Arts Association
Commences: Friday 21st of September - Sunday 14th October 2012


Traditional methods:
In the traditional methods for producing Batik paintings, hot wax was applied to cloth and the cloth was then dipped into the dye covering the cloth where the wax was not applied, as the wax did not absorb the dye. For each colour applied to the cloth, the same process is repeated and as you can image, many hours are spent creating the beautiful fabled cloth from Java.

My method:
Whist my method does not entail the traditional process, I have taken careful consideration to the layering process and therefore, have applied a similar method to my painting. This tropical scene is a flow of inspiration from the works I have seen and careful consideration has been applied to reflect the beauty of their traditions.

The meaning of Prada?
Why Prada Batik? My resources record the most exquisite work produced in Java commenced in the 1850s and where gold was applied, it is considered to be only affordable to the wealthy. Gold leaf as used in the original Batik form was a symbol, or association to wealth and ceremony.

I have spent many hours preparing this piece for exhibition and hope you have some time to view the exhibition. For more information please visit: SQUARES exhibtition

October Art Show, raising funds for a cause

Cranleigh Capital Chemist Art Show

The 2011 Art Show was opened by the Governor General Ms Quentin Bryce and was a great success after raising $25,000 to assist children with disabilities. For more information and to view the web promotion from 2011, please visit: Cranleigh Capital Chemist Art Show

This year they aim to raise money for Specialist Fixed Gymnasium and Sensory Playground Equipment. If you want to help them achieve their goal, be sure to visit the Art Show this October and don't forget your wallet! 

Colour My World!

Are you looking for inspiration for your next masterpiece? I recently stumbled across a photo from B.young and found the colours in the textiles gave me the inspiration I needed during the cold winter months. 

Image found at the B.young facebook page
http://www.byoung.com/ 



As an artist you are forever seeking new ideas by experimenting with mediums, colours, techniques and absorbing all that we feel and see. What does inspire you to paint, how do you find your inspiration? If you can answer this question then start to look beyond this and explore new ideas, jump out of your comfort zone and you will soon find a new idea for your next masterpiece. 

Have you ever tried turning your canvas on the side, or upside down? I will let you in on a secret... did you know I paint with my canvas upside down? I no longer know how to paint with the picture the right way up.  

Another interesting article worth taking a look at: How is the Right Brain / Left Brain Concept Relevant to Artists?

Harrison Art Show - Update

I am pleased to say my painting was sold on the opening night of the Harrison Art Show.

Congratulations to all involved, it's so lovely to see the arts being acknowledged in Canberra, this truly is a place of hidden talent and nice to see how we are finally coming alive with an increase in local exhibitions.

Well done to all involved and enjoy the weekend! :) 

English Breeze - Harrison Art Show

Here is a photo of my entry for the Harrison Art Show to be held this weekend.
Painting Title: English Breeze

If you can spare some time on Friday night, or Saturday, take a visit and see some beautiful artwork. I had a sneak preview today when dropping off my painting...brilliant artwork from photographers and artists abroad.

For more information please visit: Harrison Art Show