Sunday, April 18, 2010
Monday, December 28, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Monday, August 24, 2009
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Monday, March 23, 2009
Lottika - Sold
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Eventide
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Journey's End
It's been some time since I've blogged, but watching a tv programme the other night, brought this picture to mind. I had done it some time ago and it still brings back happy memories of walking along the beach with the sand squelching in your toes. The orange tones also bring back the sense of warmth of a summer's day.
Labels:
Pastell on paper,
seascape
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Swirling Clouds
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
That Look
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Misty Mountains
As anyone who has been following my blog will know, I love mountains. The fact that I live in the lee of one of the most beautiful mountains in the world, also helps. I have painted many pictures of Table Mountain, but these Misty Mountains called to me and, I believe, rendering them in pastels added to their mystique.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
God's Window
Up in the north of the country in Mpumalanga, on the escarpment overlooking the Lowveld, is the area called God's Window. I'm sure most countries have their own 'Windows' overlooking hills and valleys, but our South African one is truly amazing.
In my own way, I have interpreted their majesty! I hope you think I've done them justice.
In my own way, I have interpreted their majesty! I hope you think I've done them justice.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Bling Bling
I'm afraid I haven't been doing very much in the way of artwork or painting, as I recently had a hip replacement op. It all went well apart from a minor mishap, but I'm getting myself up and ready to start again really soon. I thought I would post a few more of my 'bling' pics - they were such fun to do.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
"Bling it on"
I am an eternal experimenter (if there's such a word). I see something and I think, how can I use that in a work of art? What will this or that piece do if I include it on a canvas? As a result I went through a series of what I call, Bling paintings. This included using anything that glittered, plus some other interesting bits and bobs. I have posted 3 of the works here. Hope you like them.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Zulu Dancers
One of the wonderful things about Africa, is the colour. The colour of the land, the sky, the mountains and the people. Colour vibrates in Africa - rich oranges, deep purples, the intense blue of the sky on a Summer's day and the inky black at night. And the people of Africa, both black and white, wear those colours like a badge.
The Kwa-Zulu Natal area is particularly rich in colour. The tropical vegetation and the damp heat bring out the most vibrant colours imaginable. This pastell of two Zulu dancers is typical of that richness.
The Kwa-Zulu Natal area is particularly rich in colour. The tropical vegetation and the damp heat bring out the most vibrant colours imaginable. This pastell of two Zulu dancers is typical of that richness.
Friday, September 19, 2008
They Came in Two by Two
From our four legged furry friends to the wilds of Africa, animals can present such wonderful images to paint. The variety of different species can be matched by the variety of different mediums and techniques that can be used. I really enjoy experimenting and find that even an old tin can top can lend itself to being used in creative expression.
Labels:
acrylic,
Pastell on paper
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Faces
Sunday, August 10, 2008
The Figure
Monday, August 4, 2008
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Flowers with Bling
Flowers with attitude
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Bushfire, Baobab, Karoo
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