Fine , sunny weather here in Melbourne. 

Conditions good to paint outside in the shack

as it's not too cold now that spring is here.

Continuing the bushdance series, this time experimenting with

simple and bold white lines on a black ground, with some spattering

of the paint over the surface to help unify the composition.

A glaze tinted with yellow ochre was brushed over the surface to 

add some depth. I aim for overall simplicity always,

in these abstractions, searching for calm and space.

After all, this is what we feel in the bush, and zen is always at the core.

   at night, in the bush

   deep slumber some

      awake, as the stars brighten  -

                      

     crickets buzz some -

     are asleep, others just waking to the

  bush hum

'night humming'

150 x 100 cm

A recent commission

 A recent painting, just finished today.

A commission requested as a birthday present for one 

Mr Demmert. A few photos from the client were needed,

showing different viewpoints of the subject from different angles

make the job so much easier. I also make a point of finding out

a little of the person's character, as this is important in decided on what

setting / clothing would be most appropriate.

I find gift portraits  such as these, given as a surprise to the unaware

recipient, very worthwhile.

Surrey Hills Art Show 2010

What better way to begin my blog than to post a few pics

from my recent show......

 

Good friend  Mr. Greg Napper and my sister Joanne at the Surrey Hills Art Show.

 

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Edwin 's beautiful guitar music wafted through the gallery
providing just the right ambience to set the scene.
The night surely benefited from his presence
and would have suffered without it.

 The artist responsible for it all....

 A fun night, the feedback on my work was terrific,

and it was interesting to see my art displayed in a gallery setting for a change.

I was able to converse with a few other notable artists,

all with some experience in the sometimes fickle world of art dealing.

No matter, an artist keeps on going because she is unable to stop.