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Sheep, Shearers and Sheds: Part One

The first of two posts on shearing which is introduced through the iconic painting "Shearing the Rams" by Australian artist Tom Roberts (1856-1931). We also look at a couple of "Sheep" art works by early C19th English artist Thomas Morris. Image credit: ngv.vic.gov.au

Underwater

Monday's Feature Art Work: Puffer Fish Artist

Our work of art today comes from the amazing world created by Mother Nature - certainly the best artist on Earth. And it's a fish that creates a work of art. Image: blognationalgeorgraphic.org

Animals

‘Little Penguins’ – The hottest gig in town!

A popular tourist attraction in Victoria is to watch "Little Penguins" come ashore & waddle with full bellies to their nests where (at this time of the year) their young are waiting to be fed. Watch from the comfort of your home with the Phillip Island Nature Parks link. australianmuseum.net.au

Cats

Past Post: No 16 August 2018: Pussy Cats in Our Lives and in Art

It's the turn of the pussy cats to be showcased. This is their day. Through past posts you will meet famous artists and their cats and paintings of cats. Plus some amazing photos that only cats can provide. Image: Tran Mau Tri Tam/Unsplash

Dogs

Past Post: No 15 August 2018: Dogs in Our Lives and in Art

The past posts this week are dedicated to all those subscribers who love dogs and who have agreed to let a dog or even several dogs rule their life. Image: "Highland Dogs" by Sir Edwin Landseer (tate.org.uk)

Photography

Reflection: Thank you Johann Zahn through the lens of John Pickup

From the camera of John Pickup OAM we bring you some amazing images of birds. Image: Photograph by John Pickup

Birds

Reflection: Feathered Flight

Let us take a moment or two to reflect on the marvels of flight as displayed by our feathered friends. Enjoy a video "Birds in Flight" by Wildlife World, 2010.

Nature

Robert Bissell's Animal Narrative

Zoomorphic paintings of Robert Bissell invite us to explore our thinking & actions associated with our place in the natural world. Enjoy a child's picturebook view where the messages are far more complicated & profound. Image: The Prayer (robertbissell.com)

Drawings

A powerful message from a powerful artist........

Today we examine the detailed work of Lucienne Rickard in Tasmania. She is making a powerful statement about the plight of endangered and extinct flora and fauna by erasing her work as soon as it's finished! Image: Sydney Arts Guide.

Dynasty

Jamie Wyeth Master of Portraits, Place & Pets and other creatures: Part Three

Concluding our look at Jamie Wyeth by indulging our love of paintings of animals and birds. Be warned: some images are delightful; others a little confronting. Image: Jenny Whibley Sings by Jamie Wyeth (jamiewyeth.com)

Dynasty

Jamie Wyeth Master of Portraits, Place & Pets: Part One

We complete our review of the Wyeth Dynasty of artists with Jamie Wyeth whose paintings often provoke intrigue. His versatility is far reaching; his technique is stunning. JFK by Jamie Wyeth (artspace.com)

Dogs

Reflection: Dogs in Our Lives

Our reflection today is to take a few moments to appreciate the significant role dogs play in our lives: as protectors, workers and companions. Image: the gorgeous Foxy

Animals

The "Bare" Facts About Koalas

Visitors to Australia want to see The Great Barrier Reef, Uluru, the Opera House and many also would like to see our amazing fauna like a kangaroo or a koala so different to animals elsewhere. Image: Unsplash/Gary Runn

Tribute

A good news story about Koalas

Anwen who was one of the first female koalas brought into the Koala Hospital as a result of the devastating bushfires which ravaged the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and many other parts of Australia.

Animals

The Owl and the Pussycat II

The Owl and the Pussycat was written by Edward Lear (1812–1888) an illustrator, natural history artist, and writer, best known for his nonsense poems. A Book of Nonsense, was published in 1846 and helped to popularize the limerick, a humorous form of verse. Photo credit: sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Nature

The anomalies of moths and butterflies

Butterflies & moths are so much part of our lives we don't realise how amazing they are, the ways in which they differ. Learn about the largest & the smallest butterflies, the life cycle, camouflage techniques, the incredible journey taken by the Monarch Butterfly. Image: Unsplash/Kevin Grieve

Birds

The Owl and the Pussycat

Bovey Castle – for most of us that meant joining the crowd at 10am for falconry display. George filled in for Simon and although having the same opinion about owls - to our delight brought out Merlin - an eagle owl. Image: TheQuirkyTraveller

Animals

Sheep

Sheep are an essential part of our lives and we forget how important they are. Here I use the works of Friedrich Otto Gebler and his wonderful paintings of sheep to give them some publicity.

Dogs

Canine Besties for All Creatures: Great and Small

Bringing you some delightful images of the place dogs have been given in portrait paintings. Using "Dogs in Art" by Susie Green as my reference. Includes images by Alex Colville, Edwin Landseer, Janet Luxton, Eva Lechner.

How to Draw and Paint

Minding the Flock

Examining a little about tending to sheep. Showing shepherds from France in the early 1800s,

Animals

Friday's Feature: Remembering the Animals

Paintings by Edwin Landseer to help us remember how important animals are in our lives. Showcasing the famous painting "A Distinguished Member of the Humane Society".

Animals

Lucie Bilodeau

Showcasing the animal paintings Lucie Bilodeau- Canadian artist living in America.

Cats

Big Cats & Their Endangered Lives

Reflecting on the endangered status of the big cats in the world. Showcasing Iain Prendergast's Clockwork Lion sculpture . Works by Henri Rousseau; William Huggins; Matthew Gibson; Lucie Bilodeau.

Cats

Reflecting on Pussy Cats

Enjoying some delightful images of cats. Sponsored by UnSplash. Image: Raul Varzar/Unsplash

Dogs

Kennel of Fame

The photos last weekend of El in London - -the glorious German Shepherd- has certainly got the dog lovers activated. Our "Jane" forwarded her favourite "Snoopy" cartoon to get the show on the road!

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