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Mixed Media Frog Paintings – Four Pieces of Colourful Frog Art
I decided to continue with the mixed media frog paintings that I started last month (which you can read about here). I’d been experimenting with layering different mediums onto A4-sized substrates. These paintings proved to be a great way to relax and unwind on these...
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Mixed Media Flower Art – Spring Daffodils and Tulips
How about some mixed media flower art of daffodils and tulips to brighten your day? In this blog, I document the process I went through when creating a mixed media artwork of some flowers. I’ll explain my thoughts and rationale as I go along. Choice of subject I don’t...
Flower Paintings by Vincent van Gogh – Part II: Vase with Gladioli and Chinese Asters
Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) was a Dutch, Post-Impressionist painter of landscapes, portraits and still lifes. This post focuses on his “Vase with Gladioli and Chinese Asters” still life painting. It is the second of a two-part series where I explore Vincent van...
Sunflower Painting Inspired by Vincent van Gogh
For several months now, Vincent van Gogh has been on my mind. You can read my blog about the Dutch Post-Impressionist painter here and view one of his sunflower paintings here. Today, I revisit my sunflower painting I completed last autumn which was inspired by...
Festive Poinsettia in Mixed Media
During the busy festive season, as we prepare to say goodbye to 2023 and welcome 2024, I was keen to find a few creative moments to myself. This Festive Poinsettia artwork was created as part of my mindfulness practice. In this way, I try to concentrate on the present...
Flower Paintings by Vincent van Gogh – Part I: Sunflowers
Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) was a Dutch painter of the Post-Impressionist movement. He painted landscapes, portraits and still lifes. Among some of his most famous still life paintings are his paintings of sunflowers, although he painted other flower arrangements...
Hello World and New Beginnings
Just a quick hello and welcome to my art blog!I’m really excited about this. I have so many ideas about what I would like to share in my new art blog. They are all fuelled by my passion for learning, improving, and trying out different things. I hope to make it as...