Category: BLOG

  • Overcoming Painting Obstacles Pays Off

    Overcoming Painting Obstacles Pays Off

    An art journey certainly teaches one some interesting lessons. It seems to be the least likely circumstances create opportunity. Nothing is predictable and everything is surprising when you press on despite obstacles. let me tell you about a pastel painting that began as a precarious plein air painting experience, transformed into a resource for teaching…

  • Term 4 Oil Painting Classes 2024 – open!

    Term 4 Oil Painting Classes 2024 – open!

    WEEKLY ART TUITION ART & AUTHENTIC GROWTH There is an immense value art is to an individual emotionally and mentally, and importance when preserving the joy of creating authentically whilst growing skills. Art can be the most fulfilling area of one’s life and should be valued as we are valued. It is an investment into…

  • Latest Art Award & Painting Trip

    Latest Art Award & Painting Trip

    First Place Winning Painting VOICE FOR THE HOMELESS I was away, painting up a storm, when I heard the good news, I had won the major prize in the annual show for Ringwood Art Society, who I am a member and art tutor. If you read my last blog, you will know the heartfelt story…

  • New Painting: Voice For Homelessness

    New Painting: Voice For Homelessness

    New Narrative Work VOICE FOR HOMELESSNESS Whenever there is opportunity to create art with a defined narrative, I’m excited for the challenge and ready to explore best subject to explore. In my new painting A Voice For Homelessness, my focus is on those who try to make a difference to the hurting around us. A…

  • Creating Art With Substance

    Creating Art With Substance

    Skill is important for great art but what you paint can be more important. Let me illustrate an example so you can explore what matters most to you in your artistic journey.