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THE LAST HURRAH

Posted on May 6, 2019 by artkleko

“The Last Hurrah”, 80 x 60 cms Luminance pencils on Canson Pastel Board. Own reference & imagination. This coloured pencil drawing is a scene of utter carnage, but I’ve deliberately expressed it as a celebration of the natural cycle that … Continue reading →

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TROPICAL FLOW

Posted on December 19, 2018 by artkleko

“Tropical Flow” 60 x 80 cms Luminance, Prismalo & Museum Aquarelle pencils on Canson Pastel Board. Own reference. Despite having lived in Cairns for 2 extended periods, having to battle the high humidity in the Wet season was bad enough, … Continue reading →

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THE IMPACT OF COLOUR

Posted on December 24, 2017 by artkleko

Top: “A Tropical Memory” Bottom: “Tropical Leaves” Both measure 60 x 80 cms, Luminance & Museum Aquarelle pencils on Canson pastel board. Own references. The latter part of this year saw my work enter a very colourful phase due to the … Continue reading →

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Tropical Abstract

Posted on April 7, 2017 by artkleko

“Tropical Abstract” 60 x 40 cms Luminance coloured pencils on Canson pastel board Own reference. Abstract coloured pencil art is, has and won’t ever be flavour of the month  with the vast majority of cp artists. Cp art is highly … Continue reading →

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TROPICAL LIGHT

Posted on July 26, 2016 by artkleko

“Rippling Light, Daintree Rainforest” 40 x 60 cms    Own Reference Luminance & Prismacolor pencils on Canson Pastel Board Landscape drawing and painting is challenging and involves the understanding, appreciation and mastery of a number elements and skills in order … Continue reading →

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TROPICAL COLOURED PENCILS

Posted on July 13, 2016 by artkleko

10 weeks after leaving Tasmania and driving 4,000 klms to Cairns, we have settled in an apartment. I have finally got my ‘pop-up studio’ fitted-out with suitable furniture and equipment. I have a borrowed easel, thanks to the Cairns Art … Continue reading →

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TROPICAL COLOURED PENCIL DRAWING

Posted on April 26, 2016 by artkleko

“Reflections, Flecker Gardens” 40 x 60 cms, coloured pencil on pastel board   In 211, my wife, Val and I, spent 12 months on the Australian mainland, the vast majority in Cairns, Far North Queensland. It was indeed a wonderful … Continue reading →

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C.A.S. Art Exhibition 2013 Part 1.

Posted on January 21, 2013 by artkleko

  The Cairns Regional Art Gallery in my opinion is one of Australia’s best regional galleries. This beautiful building in the heart of Cairns is always a delight to visit and last week was no exception when I was charged … Continue reading →

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THUNDERING WATER

Posted on June 11, 2012 by artkleko

The Barron Falls between Cairns and Kuranda in Far North Queensland is a magnificent site when the Barron River is flowing strongly. The sound, the spray and the sight of so much water cascading over ancient rocks is truly awesome. … Continue reading →

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ROCKS FROM THE TROPICS

Posted on August 12, 2011 by artkleko

My latest drawing is a collection of some of the rocks that I have gathered during my time here in Far North Queensland. I have selected rocks that have interesting patterns and colours. In its early stages I found this … Continue reading →

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