Abstract Lee Krasner: Part Three Viewing some of the abstract paintings by Lee Krasner who said: "I am not to be trusted around my old work for any length of time". Join me in looking at these amazing works from an inspirational artist.
Abstract Lee Krasner: Part Two Abstract artist Lee Krasner's involvement In the The New Deal program was instituted by the US government under President Franklin Roosevelt "to revitalize the American economy in the midst of the Great Depression."
Abstract Lee Krasner: Part One Lee Krasner (1908-1984) who was a pioneer of Abstract Expression and played a significant role in making New York a thriving centre for modern art in the postwar period.
Floristry The remarkable life of Constance Spry in floristry – Part 2 Today we continue the story of Englishwoman Constance Spry, who combined her passion for flowers with a head for business in her third career. She rose to become a sought-after florist in the highest echelons of British society - yes, including royalty! Image: telegraph.co.uk
Floristry The remarkable life of Constance Spry – Part 1 Over two posts we will discover the fascinating life of Englishwoman Constance Spry who, starting from humble beginnings, combined her passion for flowers and gardening with a head for business to become a sought- after florist in the highest echelons of British society. Image: telegraph.co.uk
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
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
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
Figurative Art Freda Robertshaw - A Trailblazer Unable to afford a model, Australian artist Freda Robertshaw (1916-1997) painted herself nude, the first Australian Woman to do so, in what must have been a provocative, even confronting, act.
Art Mentors Sheila Cruthers leaves a legacy that “will paint Australian women artists back into our history” Introducing Sheila Cruthers, an art collector and a philanthropist of note. What makes Sheila different to other who championed Australian women artists.
Women Artists Artemisia Gentileschi Artemisia Lomi or Artemisia Gentileschi (1593–c1656) was an Italian Baroque painter. In an era when female painters were not easily accepted by the artistic community or patrons, she was the first woman to become a member of the Accademia di Arte del Disegno in Florence.
Restoration Plautilla Nelli The Renaissance convent-painter Plautilla Nelli (1524-1588) was the first known female artist of Florence. She ran a working studio within her convent and produced large scale devotional paintings.
Restoration The Fortune of a Philanthropist Jane Fortune was an author, editor and philanthropist who spent a lifetime supporting the arts, in particular increasing art accessibility for the disabled. She funded the restoration of Plautilla nelli's Lamentation with Saints.
Women Artists Alexandra Dillon, a painter of old paintbrushes and other discarded items Alexandra Dillon is a Los Angeles-based surrealistic painter creating art on found objects. A love of Old Masters led her to study classical realism in Florence, Italy. Dillon paints imagined portraits on worn out paint brushes & other common discarded objects. Credit: alexandradillon.com
Metalwork I love this artist Cal Lane, in spades Bridging industry and fine art Cal Lane eliminates the tough and imposing characteristics of steel and iron to create alluring delicate and intricate sculptural forms using wheelbarrows shovels and fuel tanks as her canvas. Credit:Photos Cal Lane Facebook
Naive and Folk Art Naïve UK artist Mani Parkes loves the simple things, and dogs! Mani Parkes has always wanted to be an artist. Today she is a successful professional artist. The quick drying nature of acrylic paints are ideal for Mani as she can add all the tiny details to her pictures without delay. Image credit: "Make a Wish" by Mani Parkes redraggallery.co.uk
Thread and Needle Woman of the West Tapestry The Woman of the West Tapestry is located in the Bland Shire council building in West Wyalong. The tapestry is tribute to the pioneer women of the Shire. It was a project of the Bland Spinners and Weavers Group for Australia’s bicentennial celebration in 1988. Image credit: Neil Crook
Photography Seeing History through Colour with Pam Morris Following Julie's posts on "pottery & china ware" today you will see some amazing images taken by photographer Pam Morris to illustrate how the "different decades of the 20th Century are uniquely characterized by their distinctive colour palettes and decorative styles". Image credit: Pam Morris
The Netherlands Dutch artist Charley Toorop - created powerful portraits Born in the Netherlands in 1891, Charley Toorop was a talented violinist but also a self-taught painter and lithographer who became affiliated with the Bergense School from the 1910s through the 1920s. Image credit: Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen
Photography Pam Morris - photographer in Covid Times: when the present meets the past Melbourne photographer Pam Morris lets us into her home during "Covid Times" and reveals a startling outcome. Image credit: Pam Morris/spectralmodes.com
Photography Images of Icelandic horses that will warm your heart Gígja Einarsdóttir, an Icelandic Photographer was born and raised with Icelandic horses. Her beautiful images capture the strength, grace, and gentle nature of the animals. Image credit: Photographer Gígja Einarsdóttir
Photography Every picture tells a story The amazing image you will see and learn about in this post was taken by Melbourne photographer Pam Morris who recently won the Australian Institute of Professional Photography Silver Lining Award for 2021. Image credit: Mafia Briefcase swap? – Palermo Sicily 2020 by Pam Morris
Artistic Influences Artistic Influences on Art Works by Anne Newman: Part 1 - The Early Years I am often asked about the influences on my artistic journey and hope this post might fill in a few gaps. It features an article about my paintings (and a bit more) written in 2004 by Anna McClelland who was a member of the Waverley Art Society.
Celebration Celebrate Passover with Irma Stern I thought Passover could be celebrated on the AnArt4Life blog this year by showcasing a few paintings done by the remarkable African artist Irma Stern, born in 1894 in the Transvaal to German-Jewish parents. Image credit: artnet.com
Thread and Needle Botanical artist..... "or barking mad?!" Today we meet a botanical artist who started making flowers when she was studying embroidery and design at TAFE and now concentrates on making beautiful Australian flowers using digital sewing machines she has programmed herself. Image: bloomingthreads.info