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Realism

The history behind the magical realism of Rob Gonsalves

Today we look at the Magic Realsim of Canadian Rob Gonsalves. His works challenge our view of perspective, and encourage in us a child like wonder of the world by combining reality and magical fantasy together. Image: robgonsalves.live

Mixed Media

The gentle art of paper quilling - re-imagined by Yulia Brodskaya

Today we look at the paper art of Quilling, from the simple decorative designs through to the compelling, powerful portraits of Russian artist Yulia Brodskaya. Image: Yulia Brodskaya.

Mixed Media

The Japanese art of ‘kirie’ by Masayo Fukuda

Today we marvel at the intricate and delicate paper cut outs of Japanese artist Masayo Fukuda. Image: MyModernMet

Heidelberg School

The Heidelberg School - Australian Impressionists

Today we feature videos of a recent exhibition of Australian Impressionism, showing some of the most widely recognisable and celebrated works of artists such as Tom Roberts, Frederick McCubbin, Clara Southern, Arthur Streeton, Charles Condor, John Russell and Jane Sutherland. Image: NGV Facebook.

Metalwork

Dynamic Darius Hulea Sculptures

Today we discover the powerful metal sculptures of Romanian artist, Darius Hulea, who uses wire to "draw" three dimensional portraits, in the classical style of Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. Image: Darius Hulea Sculptures, Facebook.

Ceramics

Marie Prett's Circus Ceramics!

Today we bring you the hand made ceramics of contemporary artist Marie Prett. She makes quirky animals and people, often with a theatrical, or circus theme. Image: Marie Prett Ceramics, Facebook.

Indigenous Art

The vibrant art of Melanie Hava

Today we take a look at the colourful, vibrant art of North Queensland artist, Melanie Hava. Melanie showcases unique Australian flora and fauna in a traditional Aboriginal folk art style. Image: aus2u.com.au

Mixed Media

Origami and bonsai meet in sculptures by Naoki Onogawa

Today we learn about the motivation for the beautiful work of Naoki Onogawa, a Japanese artist who creates beautiful bonsai. The foliage is made up of hundreds of tiny origami cranes. Image: Naoki Onogawa Museum

Thread and Needle

Yumi Okita - celebrating the intricate detail of Mother Nature!

Today we look at the beautifully intricate moths and butterflies that are hand made by North Carolina artist, Yumi Okita. Image: yumi.okita.fiber.art, on Instagram.

BlogSite Features

Introducing a new feature...... the TagCloud!

Today we take a look at a new search feature that has been added to the blog - the TagCloud! We hope you enjoy revisiting our past posts by clicking on categories that interest you! Image: Anne Newman: web site screen shot

Ceramics

More magnificent Moorcroft - Part 2!

Today we return to look at some more of Moorcroft's iconic designs, inspired by nature from the earliest days, right up to the current time. Image: dailymail.co.uk

Thread and Needle

Mariko Kusumoto: A versatile artist inspired by nature

Today we look at the intricate and delicate work of Mariko Kusumoto, who has mastered many different art forms, but her most recent coral formations made of translucent fabric are truly beautiful. Image: Mariko Kusumoto, Facebook.

Inspiration

Covid Creative Charm

ABC Radio Sydney conducted a Household Lockdown Portrait Competition in which participants were asked to recreate a famous artwork, or submit an original one, using people and objects in their home. More than 250 people took up the creative challenge and entered the competition on social media.

Ceramics

Magnificent Moorcroft - Part 1 !

Today we look at the beautiful art pottery of Moorcroft, which has been produced continuously in the same premises since 1913, and is still highly valued and collectable. Image: potteriesauctions.com

Photography

Jane Long: Fantasy photography

Today we look at the fascinating work of Jane Long, an Australian artist who uses photography and photomanipulation to create thought provoking images which combine personality and fantasy with reality. Image: janelongphotography.com.au

Drawings

Shadow doodles do make smiles!

Today we will look at the work of Belgian film maker and artist, Vincent Bal, who loves to create doodles from shadows cast by everyday objects! Image: Vincent Bal, Shadowology, Facebook.

Street Art

David Zinn .... charming chalk art

Today we return to look at the latest clever chalk drawings by American street artist, David Zinn. Image: livingstonedaily.com

Installation Art

A tribute to humanity's quest for flight

Dutch design firm Studio Drift pays tribute to humanity's quest to master flight with a mesmerising kinetic installation made of thin glass bars that move like wings. Image: Studio Drift.com

Ancient

Capturing captivating caves

Today we marvel at the majestic beauty of caves, in iconic images captured by wonderful photographers who unselfishly make their work available to us all, through Unsplash. Image: xx liu. Unsplash.

Printmaking

The Great Wave off Kanagawa explained

Today we are going to look at a wonderful video which explains the meaning of the iconic wood block print The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai, which may give you a new appreciation of Japanese art. Image: Wikipedia

Installation Art

L'Atelier Lumieres: Revisited

Showcasing videos of the Van Gogh ("Starry Night") Exhibition at L'Atelier Lumieres (Workshop of Light) Paris 2019.

Installation Art

L’Atelier Lumieres: Paris

Bringing you stunning photos from L'Atelier Lumieres, Paris and an account of a personal visit during the summer of 2019 featuring paintings of Vincent van Gogh.

Ceramics

Classic, quirky Carlton Ware

Today we look at some of the many designs of Carlton ware, many of which are still available and are popular today for lovers of retro and quirky kitchen and dining items. Image: carltonwareworld.com

Sculpture

Mesmerising, moving wood sculptures!

Today we look at the fascinating hand carved wooden sculptures of David Roy, which move without battery, motor or power - just through winding a spring! Image: woodthatworks.com

Astronomy

Stunning solar eclipse on 10th of June 2021

We recently saw a 'Super Blood Moon' event, and on the 10th of June 2021, some parts of the world will witness another astrological event. Image: Britannica.com