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Mixed Media

Maisie Matilda: Fore-edge book painting

Today we learn about a young artist in Oxfordshire, UK, who is one of just a few people in the world doing "fore edge" painting on books.

Mixed Media

Paul Smith – typewriter artist and inspirational human being

Today we read about the inspirational life of a typewriter artist born in 1921 who overcame significant disabilities to live a long and fulfilling life.

Mixed Media

James Cook – Typewriter Artist!

Today we meet a young artist in the UK who creates detailed drawings using an old fashioned typewriter!

Exhibition

Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Eleven: Colin Parker, Stuart McKenzie Cullen, Christine Graieg & Ric Elliot

There is something appealing about old buildings and artists have delighted for centuries painting these iconic and alluring structures. The "Simple Wonders" exhibition contains several paintings from the collection of Andrew Johns which focus on this subject matter with an Australian scene.

Exhibition

Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Nine: Patrick Carroll and Jamie Boyd

Both Patrick Carroll (1949-2019) and Jamie Boyd (1948-) are masters at capturing the colour and "simple wonder* of the Australian landscape and bush. Join us today as we continue to reivew the paintings in the "Simple Wonders" exhibition on display at the "Singleton Arts and Cultural Centre".

Exhibition

Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Eight: Daniel Pata, Desmond Tjupurrula, Mary Morton Kemarre

Today we look at three very different visual interpretations of the Australian landscape - all of which are featured in the "Simple Wonders" exhibition: Daniel Pata, Desmond Tjupurrula & Mary Morton Kemarre.

Landscapes

Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Five: Johanna Hildebrandt

The Australian natural world exudes a simple yet exquisite beauty that captivates the soul with its diverse landscapes, unique flora, and distinctive fauna. Today, as part of the Simple Wonders exhibition we showcase the remarkable works of Johanna Hildebrandt.

Landscapes

William Turner of Oxford: the other William Turner

William Turner of Oxford was overshadowed by JMW Turner. His paintings are display at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. Some of his paintings are also to be found in the Tate Gallery (London, UK), the Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York City, US) and the Dunedin Public Art Gallery (New Zealand).

Outback

"Head frames in Outback Shadows" by John 'Rowdy" Wylie

Nestled in the serene embrace of Port Elliot, on the windswept shores of the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia, lies a sanctuary of creativity known simply as "The Shed". Here, amidst the salty tang of the sea and the whispering winds, resides the fabulous naive artist known as Rowdy Wylie.

Exhibition

“Taking Art to the People” on the Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia

The artists from the Victor Harbor Regional Gallery have been at it again when they decided a few weeks ago to give the locals Close Encounters of an Artistic Kind ...

Landscapes

Robert Barker: Inventor of the "Panorama" Image

The itinerant portrait painter Robert Barker coined the word "panorama", from Greek pan ("all") horama ("view"), in 1792 to describe his paintings of Edinburgh, Scotland, shown on a cylindrical surface, which he soon was exhibiting in London, as "The Panorama".

Australian Artist

Johanna Hildebrandt Series: The Changing Landscape

Johanna Hildebrandt's visual interpretation of the Australian landscape and the creatures who inhabit it has changed over the years.

Nature

Johanna Hildebrandt Series: The Vivid Landscape

Andrew and I have been showcasing the creative works of Sydney artist Johanna Hildebrandt whose vibrant and enchanting paintings of the Australian landscape and native life grace the walls of many galleries throughout the world.

Exhibition

The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2024

Today we look at some photos of the variety of landscapes,sculptures and floristry displays at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2024.

Outback

Opal Country with Rowdy Wylie

Do you enjoy the paintings by Rowdy Wylie? With his heart deep in the Outback Landscape of Australia, Rowdy has been busy with some more of his wonderfully vivid reimaginings of the beautiful scape of the "Opal Country".

Australian Artist

Simon White – A versatile artist

Today we meet a versatile Australian artist who can make the transition from large scale public murals to beautiful landscape paintings and portraits in charcoal......

Impressionism

Joaquin Sorolla - Master of Light

Today we learn about a Spanish Impressionist painter who achieved fame during in his lifetime, before other well known names such as Picasso, Dali and Miro took over.

Outback

Colours of the Outback Opal Fields with Rowdy Wylie

Rowdy Wylie is creating a series of paintings on Colours of the Outback. Today we bring you the "Colours of the Outback Opal Fields". These paintings entice you in to run your fingers through the rich red earth and touch the kaleidoscopic sky.

Outback

Colours of the Australian Outback with Rowdy Wylie

Today we are visitng "The Shed" where Rowdy Wylie has been creating compositions to show off the dusty...dry...amazing..."red earth" desert of the Australian Outback.

Landscapes

Jordan - Wadi Rum

Wadi Rum, located in the south of Jordan covers an area of 74,200, is the largest and most magnificent of Jordan's desert landscapes.

Landscapes

Reflection on the beauty that is England

Following on from the coronation of King Charles III, today we reflect on the beauty that is found in the landscape that is England and in the patterns that are nature.

Buildings and Structures

The promenade deck of the Royal Exhibition building in Melbourne - Part 2

Today we see that the Royal Exhibition building has not changed much in almost 150 years, but the views from the promenade deck certainly have! Image: Karora, Wikimedia Commons.

Landscapes

Clarice Beckett - "Atmosphere"

Today we look at the artistic style of tonal artist Clarice Beckett, who loved to capture the effects of light and shade in the changing patterns of weather and atmosphere created by Mother Nature. Image: Public Domain via Wikipedia.

Seascapes

Coast to Summit with Richard Claremont

In line with the nautical theme which runs strongly through the blog today we can enjoy the latest from the easel of Australian artist Richard Claremont who is showcasing his "Coast to Summit" works at "The Imaginarium" in Shellharbour, New South Wales until 19 March.

Landscapes

Catching up with Rowdy Wylie in his Shed and Beyond

Team member & friend Rowdy Wylie is very involved in promoting art in & around his home town of Port Elliot, S. A. & also helps run the Victor Harbor Regional Gallery. The artists take turn to display their works & it is Rowdy's turn so we are able to enjoy the "fruits of his labour" from his shed.