Spoiler: the villain might not be AI—it might be us. Gulp. As artists, we tend to clutch our paintbrushes (or styluses, or chisels, or glitter cannons) and back away slowly when someone utters the word “technology.” At best, we tolerate it. At worst, we eye it like it’s about to steal our soul, outsource our […]
Is AI the Bad Guy? Or Are We Just Looking at This All Wrong? Read More »
My creative journey has been anything but linear. Born in Millicent, South Australia, in 1963, I was introduced to art at a young age. My grandmother, a passionate self-taught artist, was my first teacher. She imparted invaluable lessons about color mixing, perspective, and the importance of guiding the viewer’s eye through a painting. Her love
When it comes to choosing art for your home, the most important thing is simple: you have to love it. After all, art is something you’ll live with for a long time, and its presence will subtly shape the space you spend the most time in. But what makes art truly special isn’t just its
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We have had the Banksy Exhibition here in Adelaide over August and September, and I was lucky enough to go. Surprisingly for me, my son was interested in going, and it turns out that he is quite a Banksy fan! A very unexpected but happy turn of events for me! For those of you not
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Welcome to my first newsletter – ever!!! As you might expect, I’m experimenting with the newsletter, so, if you find any things really interesting, or others not so much, please let me know so I can make it the best possible thing for you. Let me introduce myself. My name is Liz, and I’ve been
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Congratulations on taking your first steps into the world of oil painting! As a fellow artist who is hooked on this medium, I am looking forward to bringing you a beginner guide to getting started in oil painting. If you start with the right supplies you will find it easier to unlock your artistic potential.
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I LOVE oil painting. Ever since I started in this medium last year, I’ve been totally hooked on it. So, what is so good about it? There’s a few things that really stand out to me. A fantastic medium for beginners Contrary to popular belief, oil painting is a great starting point for aspiring artists.
The world of oil painting: why I’m hooked and you will be too! Read More »
Delving into the world of oil painting is an exhilarating journey, where every brushstroke carries the potential to create art that speaks volumes. But for your art to truly flourish, you need the right tools in your hands. So, let’s take a look at oil painting brushes—uncovering the best of the best and uncovering options
Brushing the canvas: Selecting the perfect oil painting brushes Read More »
I’ve made an exciting decision—I’m embarking on my very first painting series! The idea came to me when I recently completed a painting, and a friend suggested that I explore a series using the same subject and technique. Intrigued by the concept, I delved into the world of artistic series, curious to understand what they
Branching out: Starting my funky trees series! Read More »
This week, I treated myself to an artist date, taking inspiration from Julia Cameron’s concept of self-discovery. My destination? The Art Gallery of South Australia, where an exhibition titled ‘Frida and Diego: Love and Revolution’ awaited. Little did I know that this exhibition would surpass my expectations, delving not only into the art and life
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