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A collection of 22 posts

Photography

The Narrative of Art Process with Kate Stewart

There is much more to an art work than a pretty picture. Melbourne Artist Kate Stewart shares the processes involved in producing one of her pieces and challenges the conventional definition of "what constitutes a painting".

Photography

Artistic Elements through the Eyes of Chris O'Brien: Illusion

In our last post in this current series on Chris O'Brien images from New York we are going to see some "illusions" as created intentionally or otherwise through the lens of a camera. Plus, of course, we get to appreciate the intrigue of New York City thanks to Chris.

Buildings and Structures

Past Posts No 20 October 2018: Windows

Windows are such an essential part of our daily lives that we seldom stop to think about them and how they affect our perception of houses and the world around us. The Past Posts bring "windows" into focus in a variety of ways. Image: A section from "The Studdio" by Anne Newman

Senses

Heightened Senses

Much of our world has changed irreversibly but our senses remain to be honed to perfection. Today we begin to learn how to better see, hear, touch, smell and taste the immediate world around us. Photos by Caroline.

Sense of Place

A Sense of Place: Part Two - Through the Eyes and Mind of Marc Chagall

Sharing my thoughts on "a sense of place" and how this arose in Marc Chagall and influenced his works throughout his life.

Sense of Place

A Sense of Place: Part One

To understand an artist & their works you need to understand their "sense of place". The first post on this topic contains information about Anne Newman. Included information about Marc Chagall & his sense of place.

Exhibition

Viewing the Viewers

Viewers at the Lee Krasner Exhibition Barbican Art gallery London make for their own exhibition.

Colour

Colour in Our Lives & in Art

One of the most distinguishing features of modern life is Colour. Never before has colour so dominated our lives. Never before have we had so many hues, tints, tones and shades to choose from. Works by Marcin Wilk, Mithu Biswas, Edgar Degas.

Photography

Indulging in My Own Illusions

some of my illusions- some created deliberately - some not quite so intentional. The one above was taken by a dear friend who wanted to recognise my regal bearing or perhaps just didn’t see the pot plant behind my head

Multimedia

Peter Kogler: Spatial Illusionist

end our week of illusion (thanks to Escher and Nendo) by taking a look at some of the works of Austrian artist Peter Kogler. And taking a dip in his pool as a starter! The one below titled Dream was on exhibit at the Chiostro Del Bramante, Rome in 2018.

Pre-Raphaelites

The Pre-Raphaelites changed the Perception of Women

Theme: Masculinity versus Femininity

Perception

Messaging with Hands

Messaging with Hands

Reflection

Hands: Maps of Our Souls

these remarkable hands were painted but again I haven't been able to locate the artist. If you are a student of art study the shapes, the lines and subtle changes in tone. You could try copying one of these images which will help seal your new learning

Figurative Art

Hands: Gabe Leonard

Gabe Leonard His work captures rich moods by combining the free brushwork of an expressive artist combined with the lighting and framing of a seasoned Hollywood cinematographer.

Perception

Hands in Art

THEME: THE BODY AND ITS FEATURES We all take notice of each other in different ways. Most of us first notice the other person’s eyes and what they might reveal about the personality within: caring, thoughtful, intelligent, mischievous. Some people look at your clothes, others your hair style.

Perception

Masculinity versus Femininity

Masculinity versus Femininity But how were the women perceived during these times especially from the outbreak of World War when Masculinity was the dominant force being portrayed?

Perception

Bread and Cheese Clubs: Male Kindred Spirits

Bread and Cheese Clubs - one established here in Melbourne in 1938 and was in existence for 50 years, the other establish a hundred years earlier in 1824 in New York City and lasted only 3 years. the purpose in forming the clubs was to invite Male Kindred Spirits to gather together

Mailbag

More Window Art

window art

Windows

Appreciating the Soul of Houses: Windows

Windows in houses can tell much about the occupants. We enjoy looking at paintings of windows by Andrew Wyeth, Henri Matisse, Marc Chagall, Adolph von Menzel. The hero image is of the front windows in one of my family homes in Bendigo.

Perspective

More on Multiple Perspectives

Today a selection of paintings to help you expand your perspective when viewing a work of art. Learn a little more from Vermeer, Deigo Rivera, Frida Kahlo and Jeffrey Smart. Image: Portrait of Clive James by Jeffrey Smart (artgallery.nsw.gov.au)

Perception

Canaletto: Capriccio or Fact?

Learn a little more about how Canaletto created capriccio paintings which are a mixture of the imaginary and factual. Canaletto was an expert in moving buildings & inventing builings: what you see in his paintings of Venice might not necessarily be factual. Image: canalettogallery.org

Disability

Loss of Vision in Artists and How they Cope

Loss of Vision in Artists and How they Cope