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Tribute

Kevin McKay: Repurposed panel in memory of Troy Quinliven

Sydney artist Kevin McKay today pays tribute to his friend and fellow artist Troy Quinliven by repurposing an unfinished and abandoned panel of Troy's. His study depicts Sydney's National Art School where he first met and became friends with Troy. Image credit: kevinmckayart.com

Tribute

Troy Quinliven remembered with love and admiration - Part Two

Continuing on from yesterday with our tribute to the exceptional talent of Sydney artist Troy Quinliven (1983-2017) we view some of his works in ash and salt solutions and more powerful portraits showcasing his prodigious talent.

Tribute

Troy Quinliven remembered with love and admiration - Part One

Troy Quinliven painted with talent, passion and courage and today's post showcases some of his paintings in memory of a remarkable young man. Image credit: troyquinliven.com

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

Landscapes

Colours of an Ancient Landscape with Rowdy Wylie Part 3

The climax of Rowdy Wylie's trip to the Flinders Ranges for inspiration is expressed in the paintings of this big, beautiful, colourful country where, if you stand still and listen, you can hear the sounds from millions of years ago.

Landscapes

Colours of an Ancient Landscape with Rowdy Wylie Part 2

The ancient landscape of the Flinders Ranges is peppered with the ruins of early European settlement. Some settlements survive to serve the farming communities and tourists but the spirit of the ancient Sahul landscape continues to dominate. Image: a slice from Land of Dreamtime by Rowdy Wylie

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.

Sculpture

Gillie and Marc

Creating some of the world’s most innovative public sculptures, Gillie and Marc Schattner an Australian collaborative artist couple, are re-defining what public art should be, spreading messages of love, equality, and conservation around the world.

Floristry

The art of sustainable floristry

Today we hear from a florist in Melbourne who was recently featured in a segment on the Australian television programme, Gardening Australia. She is passionate about making her floristry business as sustainable as possible. Image: Courtesy of Feldmann flowers, Facebook.

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.

Tribute

Journey through the Outback: Ode to Hugh Schulz

We conclude our posts on the Australian naive artist Hugh Schulz with a poem written by Rivka Morley which captures his unique style. Image credit: S Lindeman

Techniques

Hugh Schulz: a Lesson in Technique

Over the past few weeks we have showcased the enchanting works of Australian naive artist Hugh Schulz (1920-2005). Today a closer look at how he painted - all about colour, pattern, texture. Image credit: S. Lindeman

Heidelberg School

Bailed Up and The Breakaway: A Story to Tell

The title headlines are intriguing and will lead you into an Op Shop (Charity Shop, Thrift Shop) where you will be as surprised as was John Wylie from South Australia. Photo: John Wylie

Watercolour

Denise Faulkner - wonderful Australian watercolours

Today we look at the unique and colourful work of Australian artist, Denise Faulkner. Her study of the "personalities" of the Australian native birds and animals around her home has led to a series of detailed, yet warm and playful watercolours. Image: denisefaulkner.com.au

Naive and Folk Art

Hugh Schulz: Visual Narrator Part 2

The Story of the Sturt Pea by Hugh Schulz is the recreation of an Aboriginal story and today we take a little time to talk about the composition of the painting. Image credit: ©S. Lindeman

Naive and Folk Art

Hugh Schulz: Visual Narrator Part 1

In this post we continue the analysis of the paintings created by Australian naive artist Hugh Schulz (1921-2005). The focus today is on the narrative nature of the paintings. Image credit: S. Lindeman

Naive and Folk Art

The Magic of Hugh Schulz: Part 3

Today we examine some of the paintings created by Hugh Schulz to enjoy the details and learn more about the techniques he used to create such beautiful and engaging images of the desert. Image credit: S. Lindeman

Naive and Folk Art

The Magic of Hugh Schulz: Part 2

With Andrew, the Collector of Hugh Schulz paintings, we begin to explore the perception and narrative of the outback through the works of Australia's great naive artist. You will be delighted, enthralled and amused. Image credit: S. Lindeman

Tribute

The Magic of Hugh Schulz Part 1

Today's blog presents a treasure trove of images of the Australian outback painted by "Brushman of the Bush" Hugh Schulz and collected over many years by a passionate devotee. Image credit: ©S. Lindeman

Mailbag

February 2021 Mailbag No 1

The first February mailbag takes you to see some silo art, Australian indigenous fashion, some memories of Margaret Olley, and concluding with a reflective space in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Oh and there is a little teaser for pet lovers.

Heidelberg School

Spring by Arthur Streeton

Spring was painted by Arthur Streeton in 1890 and gifted to the National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne by Mrs Margery Pierce in 1978. Its an oil on canvas on plywood 81.4 x 152.6 cm. Photo by Jane Art Gallery of NSW Dec, 2019.

Heidelberg School

Arthur Streeton's Travels

As Streeton made his way by ship to Britain in 1897, he planned a stopover in Cairo. The choice may seem strange, especially given that the artist suffered from the same xenophopia that many Anglo-Saxon Australians felt in the late 19th century. Image credit: artnet.com

Heidelberg School

Arthur Streeton

Arthur Streeton was born at Mount Duneed, Victoria, on April 8, 1867. He showed an early aptitude for sketching and became a lithographer's apprentice. While still in his teens he began studying at the National Gallery School. Let's learn a little more about his paintings. Photo by Jane.

Flight

Skywhales: Every Heart Sings-World Premiere

If you don't know Patricia Piccinini's works you will be astounded by what you are about to see - floating about in the sky over Canberra and later - over Australia. Image credit: knowmyname.nga.gov.au