Tag Archives: still-life

ARE ARTISTS TOO RELIANT ON PHOTOS?

Posted on March 16, 2017 by

Research for my latest coloured pencil drawing. Recently I asked, “How would cp (coloured pencil) artists (and most other artists for that matter) cope if there weren’t photos to use a s reference material?” The responses I received were both … Continue reading →

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LIGHT & SHADOW

Posted on March 30, 2016 by

The best way to understand the principles of light and shadow is to observe the impact of light on objects in real life. I often arrange objects outside my studio and watch (and record) the changing impact of the sun … Continue reading →

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EXHIBITION UPDATE

Posted on March 4, 2013 by

  Well it’s all up and finally open and what a lovely opening it was with a great performance by my youngest daughter Shannon, who read a poem by local artists and great friend, Margaret Baker, followed by a wonderful … Continue reading →

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MAGAZINE ARTICLE

Posted on February 27, 2012 by

I have an article in the March edition of Australian ARTIST magazine that looks at natural objects as still-life subjects. It’s great to have one’s work and ideas published as it (I hope) not only informs and instructs others about … Continue reading →

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SHELLS

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

Over the years in Tasmania I have noticed that the amount and variety of shells on our beaches has been declining. Nearly all the beaches I have visited while on my 12 month holiday on the Australian mainland have had … Continue reading →

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Australian ARTIST Magazine

Posted on December 12, 2011 by

I’m currently writing an article for Australian ARTIST, a monthly magazine that is of exceptional value to artists in Australia. It’s easy to read and its eye-catching layout is full of information that appeals to anyone interested in art no … Continue reading →

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ROCKS AS STILL-LIFE

Posted on September 19, 2011 by

 A still-life is basically a group of objects arranged in a balanced composition. That being so, many of my drawings that feature rocks can be considered as still-life studies. Some of my drawings are ‘in situ’, but I also enjoy … Continue reading →

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