Monthly Archives: July 2012

ENDANGERED?

Posted on July 30, 2012 by artkleko

This abstract, the second in a series that is derived from brick patterns is almost finished. Which way would you view this artwork? My plan is to display it can be seen top, centre, but with a lot of abstract … Continue reading →

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ESOTERIC ART

Posted on July 27, 2012 by artkleko

  WIP: Both abstracts were inspired by the patterns on 2 bricks that I discovered at Avoca Beach, near Gosford in NSW, Australia. My abstract paintings are quite personal and for the majority of people they are hard to understand. … Continue reading →

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EVANDALE WORKSHOP

Posted on July 25, 2012 by artkleko

Last Saturday i conducted an art workshop at the historic village of Evandale, in Northern Tasmania. 13 participants undertook the task of creating abstracts using spray paint, stencils along with mixed media such as coloured pencils, oil pastels, felt pens … Continue reading →

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ABSTRACT LANDSCAPE

Posted on July 23, 2012 by artkleko

I love creating abstract art. It’s not that popular with cp lovers, especially buyers, but it’s so satisfying, even therapeutic to create. I can sit for hours at my drawing table and work quietly and patiently on any sized abstract. … Continue reading →

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MALLACOOTA

Posted on July 20, 2012 by artkleko

Mallacoota is a delightful seaside village on the Southeast coast of Victoria, Australia. It’s very popular with tourists in the warmer months and was one of the best places my wife, Val and I stayed at when we recently had … Continue reading →

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AN IDEAS NURSERY

Posted on July 18, 2012 by artkleko

The worst affliction an artist can have is the dreaded ‘Artist’s Block’. It can come at any time, even during the production of an artwork, regardless of age and experience. One way that I avoid that situation occurring is to … Continue reading →

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THE LURE OF CHILLAGOE

Posted on July 16, 2012 by artkleko

Several of my coloured pencil paintings in my forthcoming one-man show in March next year, will feature aspects of the old smelters at Chillagoe and the surrounding landscape. Chillagoe is situated about 20 klms west of Cairns in Far North … Continue reading →

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LATROBE ART CLASS

Posted on July 13, 2012 by artkleko

Last Saturday I conducted a coloured pencil workshop at Latrobe in Tasmania, Australia. Monday: The lure of Chillagoe. Richard

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HERVEY BAY 4.

Posted on July 11, 2012 by artkleko

My latest painting that will feature next March at the Providore Mill Gallery in Launceston is completed. This is the 4th painting of rocks from Hervey Bay, a place that has some beautiful subjects (rocks) to paint! As you can … Continue reading →

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WHERE ARE ALL THE MEN?

Posted on July 9, 2012 by artkleko

The art class has just begun at June Wilson’s Studio gallery in Latrobe, Tasmania, Australia. This is the back half of the gallery and it’s well-appointed with everything needed for art teaching.  Tasmanians love their food as you can see … Continue reading →

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