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The two painting by Georgio Morandi shown here are of interest because of their ‘dissolving boundaries’.
The first one was done in 1960:
Here is an excerpt showing the boundary between theÂ left aspect of the vessel with its background:
This second one was finished in 1964, just a few days before his death:
Here is its excerpt showing its left aspect against the background:
First a comment about the colors. The picture shown here were scanned from the book sold at the Met: Giorgio Morandi 1890 – 1964. After I bought this book, I compared the colors of the reproduction with the actual colors of the paintings standing right in front of theÂ paintings. I took notes of the differences that I saw.Â Regrettably, the colors in all the reproductions are warmer than the beautifully cool colors of the actual paintings. The word that came to mind is that in the reproduction, the colors are ‘candified’.
For example, the yellow bottom of the 1964 flask is a cool, feeble yellow while the yellow in the reproduction is far more cheery. Likewise, the yellow background on top is a grey/cool yellow rather than the almost orange color in the reproduction. Likewise, in theÂ 1960 still life shown here, the red of the cup is much cooler than shown in the reproduction and the grey bottom background is a cold grey rather than a warm cheery grey. Why on earth were the reproduction candified? I attempted to reduce some ofÂ false warmth by desaturating yellow my scanned photos.
Now to the dissolving boundaries. A close look at the excerpt of the 1960 still life shows a clear boundary between the left aspect of the vessel and the background. However, standing back from the painting in theÂ museum and viewing it from some distance, the boundary disappeared andÂ aspect of the vessel melted into the background. It was an intriguing experiment, going close to the picture and standing back and observing the disappearing boundary, cutting the top vessel vertically in half.
Looking at the excerpt of the 1964 still life, one notices that here the colors between the left aspect of the vessel and the background are similar. What makes for the boundary are the different directions of the paint strokes. What an interesting method.
Why do I like in two still lifes shown here? In the 1960 one, the cool red color is fascinating. There is a greatÂ ‘vibration’ between the white vessel in front, the oval of theÂ top of the red vessel and the cooler greyish vessel far back.
In the 1964 one, at death door,Â GM expressed something like how very much he still wanted to realize new ideas in his paintings – a touching thought.
In the last still life, in addition to the dissolving boundary, I appreciated the colors. The feeble yellow and the lovely turquoise in the round shape in the foreground. I did not see this turquoise in any of the other paintings in the exhibition. The blue of the square vessel reminded me of the leftmost aspect of one of the still life painted in 1914.
In summary, during my first visit of the show, I embraced two of GM’s 1914 Natura Morta. During my second visit, I learned to appreciate two of his Natura Morta painted about 50 years later. I still haveÂ no affinity for GM’s work in the intermediate period.
A touching note was that GM, at death door, expressed something like ‘I have soÂ many ideas that I still want to realize’.
Having formed my own opinion of the painting that I showed in my two posts on Morandi’s work, I will now read the book that I bought, learning about the opinions of others.


I am delighted to be one of the artists exhibiting at Artful: The Gallery at 526 Cumberland Road in Courtenay from January 11 to February 11, 2023. Eight of my assemblage pieces will be shown and available for sale, along with the works of three other artists. Together our works comprise what gallery owner Kristina Campbell has called “The Steam Punk Exhibition”.
In addition, the wonderful management at Tigh-Na-Mara Resort and Spa in Parksville, BC will be continuing to exhibit about a dozen of my paintings there for purchase including some of my new works created in my Calgary studio. Payment arrangements have been simplified, with the Resort now accepting credit cards. Paintings and photographs from other artists bring the total on display throughout the main building (main floor and downstairs) at Tigh-Na-Mara to around sixty — well worth a visit.
My paintings can be viewed through my website and purchases can be arranged by phone at 250-218-0377.


Monet Klimt Pixelsort
A distorted digital fusion of paintings by Monet and Klimt forms the main image in this painting, real size 160 x 80 cm. The artwork Monet Klimt Pixelsort by artist Jeroen van der Most is inspired by the rise of artificial intelligence. Together, the painting and its movie hope to spark new ideas about the effects AI will have on art and creativity. The project combines paint, AI fused digital creation, algorithms, and moving image. 'Pixel sorting' distortions used in the digital creation part were algorithmically created by researcher Eelco den Heijer. Sounds in the movie are by Zeger de Vos.


My interior painting services include: Walls, Ceilings, Kitchen Cabinets, Caulking, Wall Repairs, Trim, Moulding and doors.
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It is amazing what a fresh coat of paint can do for a room! I am happy to help you select that perfect hue to complement your decor. There is a $75 fee for color consultations for up to five rooms; the fee is waived if I am hired to do the painting in your home.
“Jamie is one of the most skilled and professional people I have ever had the privilege of working with. Her painting ability is exceptional. In addition she assists with aspects of color choice and decorating. I only wish I had more rooms for her to transform!”
– Marcy Amos, Home Owner
“We are beyond thrilled with the job that Jamie did in our basement and living room. She is reliable, punctual, and attentive to details. We appreciate her great eye for color, as she helped us coordinate our color choices. She also did some drywall repair that looks flawless. We give Jamie our highest recommendation!”
– Shannon & John Miller, Home Owner
“Jamie has done a wonderful job painting many areas of Mt. Zion UMC in Highland, MD. People were so impressed with her work that she was then hired to design and paint areas including the nursery and 2 Sunday School classrooms. She did an adorable “woodland” design in the nursery area and painted a beautiful “Bible Story” room which everyone loves and comments on. She is a very talented and creative painter and designer and I would highly recommend her for any painting and mural needs! Her work is awesome! ”


SOCIETY .. Latest artwork by Jeff Quigley – Just completed this one. (January 2024)
This piece is the biggest artwork I have undertaken to date. It was a long labour of love to paint this particular theme. I have absolutely no idea how many hours I have spent on this one as I lost count at about sixty hours and that was some time ago.
“Society” is all about my opinion on the wonder technology of mobile phones and where it has taken us or should I say where we have been lead to.
“Society” is acrylic on canvas, and a bloody large painting 122cm x 92cm. It is my latest work and hopefully will be accepted into the next exhibition at the Emu Park Art Gallery which will be opening on the 8th February.
If you have not visited the Local Emu Park Gallery and Gift Shop then I highly recommend that you do so. Admission is FREE and the Gallery is open from Wednesday to Sunday 10am to 4pm
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With so many cardboard boxes and boards that I have at home, I've decided to start making painted frames and mat boards from them - some of them with stencils that I designed for Stencil Girl Products. I also created a new tutorial on how the Pseudo-Squares stencil (available from Stencil Girl Products' website) can be used.
I started with one board from one of the boxes and painted most of the top surface with white gesso. Since the middle will be cut out, I didn't bother to cover it with gesso.
After the gesso is dry, I poured craft acrylic paint (in dark color) directly on top of the board and spread it around with cosmetic sponge wedge.
After I cover most of the gesso with acrylic paint, and before they're completely dry, I throw some water on it and let the drips sit for a minute or so. I used the heat gun to dry some of the paint, and then place a sheet of paper towel over it to pick up all of the water - this removes some of the dark paint off the gesso, creating a splatter effect.
With Pseudo Squares stencil, I start apply the basic shapes all around the edges, creating a frame-like composition.
I then flipped the stencil around to use the different design on top of the first layer of stenciled image.
I used different shades of greens to create gridlike effect.
After I created the kind of effect that I wanted, I mixed together gesso, few drops of yellow acrylic paint and water to create a "wash" to mute down the colors. After I let it sit there for a few seconds, I wiped off most of the wash, leaving some behind.
After the paint was completely dry, I first sprayed it with clear gloss acrylic finish to make the color pop out a little bit more. I then sprayed it again with matte acrylic finish to remove some of the gloss from the surface. If I sprayed it first with matte, it would make the colors duller. I then cut the center out with a box knife as if I was creating a mat board.
I decided that the center hole is too small for most of my artwork, so I cut some more from the center, creating two frames.
I plan to create more painted cardboard frames using the above stenciling techniques and other techniques as well. The above process took me about an hour to create. The Pseudo Squares stencil can be purchased on-line from Stencil Girl Products' website here.
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Paint & Sip: Samhain Edition
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Join Rev. Keri at the Temple for a fun, relaxing night of painting and sipping! No painting experience is necessary. Keri will be leading you step by step to create your own Samhain masterpiece based on the picture included in this event post.
Tickets are $25 per person which includes all your supplies and you take home your masterpiece. We will provide some snacks and beverages and will have a limited amount of Rev. Hazel's delicious wine. Please feel free to bring any snacks or beverages you'd enjoy with you in addition to what we will be providing. Space is limited so RSVP today!
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Last October I met up with Rosemary Sweeney from Stranorlar. She made an appeal to artists of Donegal to paint and donate their picture for her big fundraiser for the Men’s Shed in Ballybofey.
It has been a great success, but there are still artists who have committed but have yet to give in their picture. The deadline is this Thursday, St. Patrick’s Day. If you have painting and need them collected you can call 085 1429908.
The big sale of Art will take place on Saturday 9th April from 10am to 8pm in the Parish Centre in Stranorlar, behind the chapel with loads of parking.
All the paintings will be sold from 50 euro to 100 euro with many of the paintings worth a lot more.
A preview of some of the fabulous pictures will be on display on McElhinney’s window a week before the sale.
Rosemary said ‘We have been given the gift of a framed painting by one of our leading artists, T Doherty which will be raffled on the day of the sale on 9th April. I would like to thank everyone for their support and I will announce the final figure at the sale. This is all cash sales and we have no facility to do otherwise and all for a great cause’, she concluded. Below are just a small example of what will go on sale on the day. You have to attend the sale to buy the paintings.


With over 30 years of experience, Victor B. King Painting LLC has been providing superior quality painting and finishing services for residential and commercial customers across the Greater Philadelphia area and its surrounding counties.
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Wall paint can do a lot for a room. It can give the appearance of depth and character, or it can be overbearing, mysterious, and downright ugly. There are many ways to add interest to your wall paint, but you’ll have to experiment with different formulas and paints to find one that works for you. Here are some best practices to help you get the most out of your bedroom wall paint.
The best way to add interest to your bedroom wall is with color. Paint colors work on so many levels (pun intended). They can be used as mood boards or as neutral backdrop materials in bedrooms when planning interiors. There are various ways to update your space with bedroom wall paint, from subtle gold accents to bold blue walls.
Play with Color
First, you will want to choose the right color for your room. You can’t simply slap on any old color and expect it to work. Blue walls are always risky because you might end up with an eyesore. So, you’ll want to look closely at the colors listed for your wall paint and ensure they are the correct ones for your walls.
Purple and gold are classic choices for a bedroom, but you can also explore more modern colors like gray and white to create an elegant and sophisticated look in your room. If you want a more casual, monochromatic look, you can also try using white walls and black furniture to create a simple and clean look in your bedroom. However, if you want something more playful, try using colorful paint or patterns to give your walls more life.
Use Different Paints
The first thing to consider when choosing which paint to use is your wall type. If your wall is painted concrete, you will likely want a harder paint type to ensure it lasts longer on the wall. You can also choose based on what surface you are painting. If you paint wall-painted concrete, you will likely want a harder color because the paint will work against the concrete.
If you have a painted concrete wall, you can choose between wax paint or polyurethane paint. Both types of paint are durable and easy to apply, but the wax paint is less likely to wear off on the concrete surface. Most importantly, the polyurethane paint will provide much less odor and will not dry the concrete like wax paint.
Experiment with Shades
You can also add a bit of color to the outside of your house with color schemes. For example, you can use different shades of blue on the house to add color and personality to the outside of your bedroom. The same can be done with other rooms in your houses, such as the entry, kitchen, and living room.
Keeping the color scheme consistent allows you to continuously update your room to add interest while retaining a classic and unique look. If you want to be more daring, you can also try painting your house in a different color every year and having the house emulsion in that color the following year. This is a great way to add some color to a space without requiring a lot of work on your part.
Experiment with Materials
You can also change things up a bit by experimenting with different materials. For example, you can use a canvas-like material to cover your wall and create a bright and bold look in your bedroom. This can be a great way to add personality to your bedroom walls. Another option is to use iron-on vinyl, heat transfer vinyl inspired by fabric, and easily removable. You can choose between a white or black design and add a pop of color to your room.
Bedding and Comforters
If you have a sick little puppy or a pet cat, you can always switch to a bedding-style fabric to cover your wall. This is a great idea if you want to add a lot of personality to the room without investing much time in the project.
You can choose a neutral fabric such as cotton or a linen blend so the color can pop a bit more. If you want to get more creative, you can use decorative fabrics like a sham to add more style to the bed. A sham is a shapeless material put between two pieces of furniture to create a decorative border, similar to a curtain in a window.
If you want to get creative, you can also try using a patterned fabric like chiffon to give your wall a unique look. You can often find these fabrics at fabric stores, or you can search online fabric stores. When selecting the right color for your wall fabric, remember that the walls are typically painted a different color, so the color choice will depend on the actual color of your wall.
Just because you have a wall painted doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. You can brighten up your walls with the right paint colors and techniques. From making the walls less intimidating to adding some personality and charm to your bedroom, these are some of the best ways to add interest to your wall paint.


5 Great Reasons to Paint Your Home this Spring
Spring has arrived and with it comes outdoor spring cleaning, remodeling, power washing, chimney repairs, and other handyman activities. One of the most important events that will make your house beautiful after a long, dreary Ohio winter is spring painting! A fresh coat of paint at the hand of a Cincinnati painting contractor will make the outside of your home pop against the bright blue skies. In this short guide, you will be informed of the top five reasons to paint your home this spring.
One of the most important reasons for spring painting the exterior of your home is due to the harsh Ohio winters. Ohio is known to get all four seasons in one week, and this can be hard on the home’s exterior paint. When sunshine, snow, and wind occur, it can cause damage to your siding and paint. It is best to have a Cincinnati painting contractor evaluate your home for any leaks and then repaint the exterior to its original glamorous appeal.
- Resale Value
Another critical reason to performing spring painting, with or without a Cincinnati painting contractor, is for the resale value of your home. If you are thinking about selling your home now or in the future, it is crucial to keep the appeal of the home intact; not only is it easier to sell when you are ready, but buyers who may be scoping out a particular neighborhood will remember the dilapidated house before your repairs. This may cause them to look elsewhere and skip over your well-done remodeling job.
Keeping your house in good condition is always a great reason to perform spring painting. Painting not only gives your exterior a fresh look but in the process of painting, you can see if there are any damages to your home that you were unaware of. Items such as damage to the gutters, water leaks, termite issues, and other like problems can be easily spotted by yourself or a Cincinnati painting contractor, and repairs can occur accordingly.
There is something to be said about curb appeal. If for nothing more than superficial reasons, a nicely painted house is attractive. It not only makes your property look good, but it makes you feel proud and grateful as a homeowner!
Unfortunately, time just keeps on ticking by whether you want it to or not. That fresh coat of paint you put on years ago needs to be completed again. It is just the normal wear and tear of owning a home in the hot Ohio summers. If you use a professional who is knowledgeable and uses a better-quality paint, more time can pass before you need to paint again. It also makes a difference in who performs the painting. You need to use someone who has quality work, such as a Cincinnati painting contractor.
As you can see, spring painting with or without a Cincinnati painting contractor is a lot of work. There is much planning and time invested in not only deciding if you need to paint but also in choosing a painting color and implementing the process. If you follow our advice on the top five great reasons to paint your home this spring, you will not only have the best-looking house in the neighborhood, but you will have a well-maintained house that won’t be needing repairs anytime soon!


Cabinet Refinishing and Home Painting Services All in one Place
Painting the house as part of the maintenance is important for many reason, for one it refreshes the home and changes it aura in many ways. A fresh and nice coat of the painting especially in the interior and exterior of the house can certainly makes the owner want to live more in the house as it is inviting and more attractive. Once you paint the home, you make your house more vibrant and aesthetically good as well. If a homeowner wants to renovate the house, considering of painting the interior and exterior of the place can improve and revive the house environment. It also add to the character and more value of your home. Doing the home maintenance through painting can make more worth to the space and bring good returns of the investment. Continuous exposure of the house from water and sun heat can certainly damage the coating of the house and so having the house painting can serve the house in ways of sealing it off from the disrupting factors. Neglecting the matter can cost you even more and you do not want that from your house. You might be that someone who wish to take some home painting and you do not know what to do yet. This article will guide you in finding good ways of painting the house exterior and interior as well as where you can avail the services and manpower to do the job and improve your place.
The good thing is that there are now companies that you can partner with in your house painting project and can offer both interior and exterior painting of your place. A certain company offers the services in exterior and interior house painting plus they also offer other house services including the likes of the furniture, cabinet refinishing and more on the list. They have great customer support for clients who wish to get their services. The company also consist of painters that are trained and skilled in this type of job and even offers above expectation output to make satisfaction from the clients. Great services with competent deals is guaranteed in the company. Doing some check up of the company is the best thing to do for you to guarantee that you will only get the above expectation work and that can satisfy you house painting needs. The company should be highly reputable in the industry and that their expertise is none like others. It takes a lot of experience and good services for the company to thrive in the house painting service and industry. It is very crucial for the homeowners to partner the one that is renowned to do an excellent job for house painting so contact and acquire your house painter now.


Julie is a graduate of Denison University where she earned a BA degree in art history and studio art, with a specialty of Print Making. In the years that followed her art career focused on creating collages from intricate cut outs painted in watercolor. Julie’s work was sold in Nantucket, New York, and Naples, Florida through shows and design shops. More recently she has been exploring acrylics using a palette knife and layer canvas. It is a love of color and form that has inspired her to create new paintings which evoke curiosity and true feelings of whimsy.
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Monday, August 13, 2012
News of an Award!
Yesterday I was contacted by The National Watercolor Society that my "Balboa Park Pond" entry has been chosen for an award and to be included in the traveling show which will tour the USA for a year! It's such an honor to be exhibiting in the National Watercolor Society's 92nd Annual Exhibition September 29th - December 2nd, 2012.


Lunch, by Harold Harvey
Harold Harvey was a Newlyn School painter who painted scenes of working class Cornish fishermen, farmers and miners and Cornish landscapes. He was born in Penzance and trained at the Penzance School of Arts under Norman Garstin and the Académie Julian in Paris.
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Art history is a fascinating subject that allows us to explore the evolution of human creativity throughout the centuries. From the earliest cave paintings to modern-day masterpieces, art has significantly shaped our cultures and societies. In this article, we’ll look at five interesting art history facts that will pique your interest.
Fact #1: The First Artwork Dates Back 40,000 Years
The oldest known artwork in the world is a cave painting discovered in Indonesia. The painting, which depicts a pig with a spear on its side, is estimated to be around 40,000 years old. This means that humans have been creating art for thousands of years and that art has been an essential part of our history and culture for just as long.
Fact #2: Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Took Four Years to Paint
One of the most famous works of art in history is the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City. Painted by Michelangelo, the ceiling is a Renaissance art masterpiece depicting scenes from the Book of Genesis. It took Michelangelo a total of four years to complete the painting, which he did while lying on his back on scaffolding.
Fact #3: The Mona Lisa Has Its Own Room in the Louvre Museum
The Mona Lisa, painted by Leonardo da Vinci, is, without a doubt, one of the most famous paintings in history. It also happens to be the most valuable, estimated at over $800 million. The painting is displayed in its own room in the Louvre Museum in Paris, protected by bulletproof glass and closely monitored by security.
Fact #4: The First Photograph Was Taken in 1826
Although photography is not universally considered an art form, it has significantly impacted the art world. French inventor Joseph Nicéphore Niépce took the first photograph in 1826. The photograph, which took eight hours to expose, depicts the view from Niépce’s studio window.
Fact #5: Vincent van Gogh Only Sold One Painting During His Lifetime
Vincent van Gogh is one of the most famous artists in history, known for his vivid, colorful paintings. However, he was not always successful during his lifetime. Sadly, Vincent van Gogh only sold one painting while he was alive, and that was to his brother’s friend. Today, his artworks are some of the most valuable in the world, with some selling for hundreds of millions of dollars.
Art history is full of fascinating facts that help us understand the evolution of human creativity. From the earliest cave paintings to modern-day masterpieces, art has played an essential role in shaping our culture and society. These five facts are just a few examples of the many amazing stories that can be found in the world of art history.


Theatermachine created light design for young Amsterdam artist Raquel van Haver. The exhibition ‘Spirits of the Soil’ is a new series of monumental paintings and collages. It is Raquel van Havers first museum solo exhibition in Amsterdam.
Raquel van Haver (1989, Bogotá, Colombia) made these works especially for the Stedelijk Museum. They are inspired on her experiences in the Bijlmermeer Amsterdam, where she lives and works. The work also reflects on her stay in the ‘barrios’ and ‘favelas’ of megacities in the Caribbean, Africa and Latin America.
The work is powerful and strong, it seems like the oil paint has been modeled on the paintings. Her collages are also very special. Very nice to work with Raquel on the lighting of these sculptural paintings.
The exhibition can be seen from November 25, 2018 through April 7, 2019. More information can be found on the website of Stedelijk Museum.
Light Design: Maarten Warmerdam – Theatermachine
Team: Mike Evers, Isabel Nielen, Bart Meester en Maarten Warmerdam
Photography: Gert Jan van Rooij


An 11 by 11 inch abstract acrylic painting of bold colors inspired by nature with hand sewn lavender cotton cording weaving like tracks across the path. Copper and lime green squiggles fill the spaces in between. Deep blue lakes are connected to sparkling green rivers, giving life to a large orange and red bloom. Framed in a ready-to-hang brushed gold frame.
- 11 by 11 inch painting - Brushed gold frame, ready to hang - Bold and bright colors - Lavender cord hand sewn into art - Unique and one-of-a-kind - Blue lakes, green rivers, and over-sized orange flower
The inspiration for this painting is from a camping trip to Montana in the summer of 2016. I was awed by the nature, beauty, and landscape of the state. I was drawn to the rivers, lakes, and abundant wildflowers. On hikes I wondered about all the paths that life creates across land, tracks of human, animal, and insects criss-crossing on the ground. This painting is a homage to some wonderful summertime fun in the Montana countryside.


It's a swift fall to despair though. The colors. The choices. How do you choose?
I'm always optimistic as I walk up to counter thinking of the transformation my room is about to undergo. Sometimes I'm lucky and the first color is a winner. Sometimes I have to make a few trips back.
A couple weeks ago, I started painting my hallways. They'd been the same color for ten years and I couldn't stand it anymore.
Now that I've finished most of them, I'm still not sure about the color. It's the same color as the kitchen, Benjamin Moore's Classic Gray. It's very neutral and doesn't shout anything at me when I walk by. On the other hand, it's a bit too plain blending right in with the white trim. We have painters coming in January to do an area on the stairwell that's too high for me to handle. I could have them do a completely different color and then repaint the other areas myself.
Any thoughts? Should I venture back into the world of paint samples? What's your record number of times for painting a single area? :)


Forest Goddess Art Print
She stands there, just beyond the morning fog, watching. She protects the woods and embodies the power of the earth. She is wild and untamed, yet in perfect balance.
She is there to support, ground you, and awaken the animal spirits. Petrichor announces her presence.
This print is 8" X 8" on Premium 350 GSM Art Paper, bringing out the watercolor effect of the brush strokes. Each print is signed at the time of printing, packed with a backing board and protective sleeve, and is shipped in rigid mailers.


From humble beginnings to one of Southeast Michigan’s premier art fairs, the 43rd Annual Chelsea Painters Art Fair presents 25 professional artists exhibiting their work in watercolor, encaustic, acrylic, pastels and other mediums. Fine art collectors can add to their collection and casual visitors will shop for hand-crafted items while enjoying the stunning visuals. Food will be available. Come by rain or shine!
Saturday, June 4 & Sunday, June 5
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Residential Interior Painting
Interior residential painting has many areas of interest. Having any contractor in your home is a big deal.
Lilac City Painting has a great crew of guys operated by the owner. We understand having anyone inside your home for days at a time can be intrusive.
We have the same extensive prep methods inside of your home as we do for the rest of our projects. The paint used on an interior can substantially determine the longevity of walls and trims.
We use scrubable wall paints and durable enamels for all of our projects. This will make it easy to clean up stains from the kids, pets and normal wear. The better the interior product the longer it last, therefore we use the best.
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The artist Mark Rothko was famously engaged to paint a series of works for the restaurant Four Seasons in 1958. Accepting the commission, he secretly resolved to create "something that will ruin the appetite of every son-of-a-bitch who ever eats in that room." Observing the restaurant's pretentious atmosphere upon his return from a trip to Europe, Rothko abandoned the project altogether, returned his advance and kept the paintings for himself. The final series was dispersed and now hangs in three locations: Londonâ€™s Tate Gallery, Japanâ€™s Kawamura Memorial Museum and the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.


Monday, April 22, 2013
April 22, 2013 ~Weather wasn't so sunny during the month of April here in Perth this year. Partly cloudy with some drizzles and cold wind. Kids are starting to complain that it's too cold and they miss the sunny hot days. Oh well... winter is coming soon so what to expect ? Lucky we are not that near the beach anymore or else .. it would be much colder and windy!
Anyways, I'm not so bothered of the weather outside our home coz I tend to be pretty busy myself with a new found activity that's keeping me much more pre occuppied than beading. Yep ... you heard me right. Someting had beaten my beading passion these days. You know what it is ?
It's my Acrylic painting activity morphing into some kind of addiction! Once I had started putting something on a stretched canvas , I just couldn't leave the canvas unless the image is finished !
My very 1st big canvas acrylic painting. It was my 1st commissioned painting as well of a farm Shed in Tasmania.
Painted on a 24 x 30" stretched canvas.
My very 1st water reflection challenge in acrylic painting. Mind you, I'm just starting to paint and this is my 2nd biggest canvas measuring 24 x 30 " and thi is already my 2nd commission as well.
I had spent several sleepless nights trying to get the best matching colors as shown in the picture provided for me to copy on a canvas. Not only the colors but the image as well is a big challenge to paint due to the straight lines and the texture of the dead tree which was done with moulding paste.
I'm happy with the outcome that i even wondered myself how I did it.
Did I really do that ?
Now I have to make a pic with my work beside me before I give it to my buyer. Not easy to part with what i had created but I know the next owner would be more than happy with it.
My commissioned paintings had earned me more Jo Sonja's acrylic paints, more brushes, varnishes and even a brand new Mont Marte Easel ! Geeezzz I'm so happy and thankful !
I had finished my 8 sessions of Acrylic painting at Claremont School Of Art here in Perth about 2 weeks ago and my Acrylic Folk art Painting of 5 sessions had also ended last Sunday. My mentors are great artists in their own field. Ms Peta Miller is a very good Contemporary / Abstract artist teaching at Claremont Shool Of Art.
I took the 8 weeks course of " Create Exciting Semi- representational Contemporary Painting in Mixed Media & Acrylics " in her class and this is one of the mixed media paintings I had created during my sessions with her.
Mixed media acrylic painting titled " Bushfire" was created directly from the images in my mind.
It was my very 1st venture with mixed media and my 1st painting that got sold.
Peta Miller is Teaching :- Term 1 Claremont School of Art 8 weeks
- Contemporary Realism Thursdays 9.30am-12.30pm
- Beginners Acrylic Thursdays 1.00pm to 4.00pm
Thanks a lot to Peta Miller for her time and efforts teaching me how to paint for the 1st time.
while on the oter hand, my other mentor is Ms. Orna Shachar who's a Western Australian folk artist with 19 yrs experience in folk art and decorative painting. She's the sole leading artist of the famous Country At Best where I had ordered a painted door sign for my Beadroom as shown below.
It's just by pure luck I discovered her thru her husband . Her husband informed me that she is conducting painting lessonsin her workshop when I happened to pick up my door sign from their shop in Coventry Square in Morley . During that day I was in their awesome shop, I was also looking for acrylic paints and brushes for my upcoming 1st painting lessons with Peta Miller of Claremont School Of Art that time And I randomly asked her husband managing the shop if he knows a good place to buy acrylic paints since their products for sale uses acrylic paints. He immeddiately directed me to Orna in her workshop to get the paints for a better price and I was able to inquire about Orna's painting sessions. Immediately i signed in for her class. They're such a wonderful helpful couple and I'm happy to have found them. I had finished painting a metal teapot at Orna's class last Sunday and I was so proud of it.
Orna during the workshop as she demonstrates the varnish application on our finished painted teapots. My 5 painting sessions with her had been great and fun together with all the other ladies learning folk art painting with me. How I love the strawberries designed on the teapots !
Thanks to the guidance of Orna. She had shown me so many different hints / techniques regarding painting and the use of brushes as well as the mixing of colors. She's absolutely a great teacher !
By the way, Orna teaches only on every 2nd Sunday ( 2 Sundays in a month ) between 2pm to 4:30pm. So be fast to grab a seat in her class coz it would get filled fast !
This is my unfinished painting that I would have to do these coming days. It wasn't even finished yet but it was already sold to an Australian couple living in Mundaring, WA. Now, that gave a smile on my face knowing it's already expecting a new home that fast. Geeezzzzzzzz
Now that I got more paints, more tools and more ideas ... next step is to paint , paint ... paint !!!! So expect that more painting surprises would gonna come out soon ....
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Painting A Kitchen Table With Chalk Paint
Read on to learn all the steps for this kitchen table makeover using chalk paint.
Painting a kitchen table with chalk paint. I kept seeing people say how easy chalk painting was. After one coat you could see some of my brushstrokes. So if for any. Sand in between the coats to ensure a smooth finish.
The great thing about chalk paint is that there isn t a huge learning curve or a lot of prep work. My kitchen table makeover labor of love. Hopefully it is helpful to someone looking to do it themselves. Chalk paint can be used to paint almost anything walls kitchen cabinets metal wood and even fabric but the most common use is to give new life to old furniture or to make newer pieces look old.
After two kids and everyday daily living it was beat up and needed some love. You can just dive right in. I have personally used chalk paint on all three of the surfaces and i m here to say it worked beautifully on each one. This video i take you through my process of how i do my custom work with chalk paint.
A few notes about how to create a lasting finish for this chalk painted table. I figured i was going to get rid of table anyway. For today s post i m excited to finally share our rustoleum chalk paint dining table makeover and chalk paint table tutorial. I wanted to get a new kitchen table.
So with my annie sloan chalk paint in hand and a purdy brush i got to painting the table. Chalk paint kitchen dining table with me. This is a fun diy project i completed last fall season and i wanted to put together a full post with tips on how to use chalk paint and my diy chalk paint table experience in the hopes that it would help others who wanted to give their dining table a chalk paint. But with the chalk paint it only took.
The thing that i liked about the chalk paint was how easy it was to distress. Two coats was definitely the ticket. Use a bristle brush or round brush to apply the chalk paint. Apply a top coat once the desired finish is achieved with chalk paint.
Use it to chalk paint tables and chairs chalk paint plastic outdoor planters or chalk paint a metal headboard. How to prepare your table. Make sure you clean the dust after you sand each coat. A few unexpected places you can use chalk paint is on kitchen cabinets walls trim floors and upholstery.
My in laws got this pretty kitchen table for my husband and me as a wedding gift almost 15 years ago. I chalk painted my dining room chairs fabric and all about 2 years ago and there are still going strong to this day.


I am a painter working in oils and mixed media. After a few years of living abroad I have recently returned to live in Pitlochry where I grew up. I am presently working on a series of landscapes of the area.
Although obsessed with many elements of painting I find light - and the way it changes everything -particularly absorbing. I enjoy painting outside when the weather allows!
I studied at Leith and Cyprus Schools of Art and Edinburgh College of Art. I have exhibited regularly since graduating. My most recent solo show was in March 2011 at the Bolsa Comercio, San Rafael, Mendoza, Argentina. This summer I took part in Fortingall Art and Perthshire Open Studios.
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For the last 20 years I have exhibited at horse events throughout the U.K. Now based in Perthshire my work also includes landscape, architecture and cattle subjects. Also member of Perthshire Open Studios and Friend of
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Grab a small chisel brush size 4 or 6 and load it with paint. You have represented all of the four elements.Whoa, hold on there. Promise!Find a spare canvas to practice this skill. 11. . With the right tools and the right painting techniques, you can easily create a realistic painting of your favorite animal or pet using acrylic paint. Paint Flowers With Acrylic Layer By Layer. Allow the color to dry. Pet portraits are extremely popular with my students, and I wanted to take the opportunity to demonstrate a pet portrait done entirely in acrylics. A beautiful sunset will reflect the beautiful sunset. Corel Painter-Wacom Tablet You may have noticed that the real world does not always look like your exercise. The trick is to break it down into manageable pieces, rather than try and paint it in its entirety. (With acrylics you can speed the drying time up by using a hairdryer.) I got a couple of good photos of her and did this painting from it, Super excited today for a few reasons, it was my 'finish off' painting day and this is one of them. Learn to Paint with 50+ Free Painting Videos on YouTube. It has a fantastic reddish tinge to it, and is as dark as cola (arguably better for you than cola, despite the number of small children that swim in it). Whether it's a still life or a portrait of a person or pet, having a relatively simple or uncluttered background allows the focus to fall entirely on the subject. 15. You need to allow your brush to be controlled in an uncontrolled way. 13. Finally, go back and add some wispy fur tips with the script liner once again to the top, lightest layer. Acrylic Leaf Printing. A proportional divider is an excellent tool for beginning artists. Each wave, whether small or large, will form a lens. The light we see on the water is directly impacted by the surface. So in most cases when painting fur you want to have at least 3 layers of color creating depth. How to Start Selling Art How to Paint a Portrait of a Dog. Eventually I discovered a way of looking at water that allows us to recreate it in almost any circumstance. They seem to sit above the substrate creating the illusion of depth.Do not paint them neatly and in rows. acrylic painting for beginners : Wildlife art Jason Morgan. There are many styles, methods, and techniques for painting fur. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. For more tips, special offers and inappropriate humour, please subscribe to our monthly e-zine, Acrylics Anonymous. Plan a Series of Paintings For more great painting tips, subscriber only specials and zingin' humour (hmmm, maybe? I paint landscapes, wildlife, and anything to do with outdoor living or Mother Nature. Yep, its true. When painting something realistically there are two overriding skills needed, and particularly when learning to paint water: This tutorial is primarily about the "details" I use when painting water. with CLEAR Dry Erase Paint. So you’ll put that color down first. Now for the surface and the light. They will look like a backdrop for a pantomime. How old are you people? 309. It doesn't. Then use a smaller round to do the middle, lighter layer. Mix a highlight color for the dog’s coat with titanium white and a small amount of yellow oxide. Introducing the Highly-Customizable Artist Cargo Sketchbook Organizer! We could just paint the substrate. Drahthaar Dog Portrait Watercolor Art Tutorial. Paint with a No. Again, start with darker colors on the lower layer. Click below to learn more! Use a largish brush (ie size 8 or 10) and plenty of paint. Hopefully you should have painted something like this. Make sure you have a very dry brush (size 6 or 8) with the tiniest amount of pigment and make a series of very shallow W's. You can get a good sense of what is happening with the painting from the photos and their descriptions. source Recently, Johanne Mangi, one of the world’s top painters of dogs, spent the day at our studios, where she recorded a detailed video on how to paint dog portraits, step by step. This dog has short hair so we will only deal with short hair in the tutorial. Spend some time noticing how much each of the elements affects the others in the morning, at sunset - and at other times of the day.Build your observational skills and watch your paintings improve. How To Paint A Dog In Acrylics Arttutor. Water is one of the most compelling subjects to paint, and yet it can all end so badly. How to Paint a Dog in Acrylics by MarionDutton This represents the light which is refracted by the surface of the water, down onto the substrate. The next point is that this strategy is not the only way, nor possibly the best way. They should look something like this. :). When you have experimented with this and feel comfortable with the results, you can then apply this to your exercise. The interesting thing about the surface of the water, is that it impacts the appearance of water in two ways: RefractionWhen water moves, it concentrates and dissipates light. Learn how to paint with acrylics. How to Find Motivated Buyers for Your Art. After a lot of rain, sometimes there is so much sediment that seeing the bottom is almost impossible (unless the water is very shallow). This is a sample of the format that we … Pet portrait are a painting genre suitable for beginners and advanced artists. I skipped doing a charcoal drawing and went straight to sketching with acrylic raw umber thinned down with water.I used a proportional divider to help me measure key landmarks for the eyes and nose. I used a fan brush to build up my layers. How To Create A Painted Pet Portrait Effect In Adobe Photo. As a valued subscriber, you can purchase our 3 pack of downloadable how to paint with Mark Waller DVDs for only $80, or our downloadable V-log âCoral Reef - Underneathâ for only $12. We'll send you articles & tutorials right as we publish them, so you never miss a post! We'll send you articles & tutorials right as we publish them, so you never miss a post! Allow the brush to make its own way, to a certain extent. I would like to share my technique for painting fur in acrylic paints; in this case, white fur. Below is a closeup of the sketch I started for this painting. But it works brilliantly for me, and hopefully will for you, as you learn how to represent water in your paintings.Now that's out of the way, let's get into it!When learning to paint water realistically, it is important to consider that the appearance of water is made up of four elements: The substrate could be made up of shell, gravel, coral, river stones; or if you live in a major city, car bodies and small calibre pistols. Thankfully, in this how to paint water exercise, this is relatively easy - both elements can be painted using one technique.When using acrylics, the next part is easier if your previous work is dry. Websites for Artists Look at how much is visible because of the surface of the water and by default, the light. This allows you to see under the surface (if the water is relatively clear). (Of course, if you’re doing a pet portrait of a prize show dog then this doesn’t apply. It’s that final, lightest layer that gives the fur it’s depth. In this video you can follow some steps to create a golden retriever portrait. ), subscribe to our monthly e-zine, Itâs fast, free, and we donât send you junk. Painting fur with acrylic paint can be a challenge, but the trick lies in creating layers on your canvas and starting with the darker colors first. One day when I was walking along, the late afternoon sun was shining, This is a performing artist that comes to our local Renaissance Fair every year. Let’s take a look at a close-up detail of the painting above. While Saving Lives, Too! How to Paint Chrysanthemums in the Chinese Brush Painting Style, How to Paint a Sparrow on Bamboo – A Chinese Brush Painting Tutorial, 4 Clever Painting Tricks for Oil Painters. Unsubscribe here at any time. Why Artists should Blog, Start typing to see results or hit ESC to close, 4 Tips for Designing a Creative Studio Space at Home. With fur like this, you’ll want to start with a medium round brush to block in the basic shape of the clumps. ), subscribe to our monthly e-zine, Acrylics Anonymous. This book by best-selling author and animal portrait artist Dave White is the definitive guide to painting portraits of dogs in acrylics. I now understand that I really should have been painting the way you do in acrylics – in layers. Always try to vary your stroke lengths and angles, even getting a few wiggly lines in there once in a while, to give it that “wild” ungroomed look. Brush the paint onto the hair carefully in areas where the light would hit to create highlights. Just in one painting, shown below, there is short smooth fur, long wispy fur, thick clumpy fur, etc. Painting a dog portrait can be a challenging endeavor for a beginner, but very rewarding when you can capture your dog's individual personality. Windows and mirrors.I've probably made all this sound more complicated than it is but I promise to show you easy ways of representing and painting the elements. Wacom Graphire Review The only thing that is difficult to achieve from Labrador is the protection of the territory and aggression. To paint short hair like this I use a standard bristle brush and a chopping motion to lay in the colours. ), Try to vary your brush stroke length, stroke angle, and brush angle to keep it from looking too uniform. The darkest colors you see on an animal’s fur will usually be the deepest areas closest to the skin. Light will be concentrated - forming that wonderful pattern that is thrown on the bottom of a pool just after everyone has got out.This effect occurs to varying degrees depending on how rough or smooth the surface is, and the strength of the light. Now we want to represent each of the elements. 17. More light = more refraction.We'll go into some painting techniques to create this effect a little later. The second thing to remember is that fur is visibly thick. Pet portraits are extremely popular with my students, and I wanted to take the opportunity to demonstrate a pet portrait done entirely in acrylics. Paint Poppy Flowers With Acrylic Paint And A Palette Knife. Back to Explore Acrylic Painting Home Page. How to Paint a Dog in Acrylics by MarionDutton Go out into the world and find each of these elements. Tips for Selling art Online By Crista Forest in Art Tutorials > Painting Tutorials. We Brits love our pets, and for many of us who love to paint, a pet portrait seems the perfect fit. Paint with a No. A detailed guide to painting realistic dog portraits in acrylics. You will find that you may look at water in an entirely different way.Before we start, however, there are a couple of things I need to say. ReflectionEach time a wave rises, big or small, it reflects light. Anyone can Learn to Draw Think of everything else as a reflection of the light. Try a Pop-up Photography Studio! With practice, it can also be fun. Writing Artist Statements We need to do this efficiently. It is much easier to paint the substrate (sand for example) and create the illusion of differing depths with a gradation of colour.Preparing the canvas to this point will train you in a very important skill. Painting a controlled gradation of colour/s is something many accomplished artists struggle with. Art Websites Comparison Make sure you have a very dry brush (size 6 or 8) with the tiniest amount … This is probably the most important element of all when learning how to paint water. Read above Refraction and Reflection sections again for a refresher on light. You’ll add more layers after that, ending with the lightest colors highlighting the tips of the fur. If you find yourself stuck and want some visual assistance, I go into it in much more detail in my DVD: My 3-pack of DVDs is now available in hard copy and downloadable format - click here for more info on my 3-pack (cheaper than buying them one at a time!). How To Paint A Dog In Acrylics. artgraphica. Transfer a portion of this color to a dry wax paper palette, then use a No. This is not an easy thing, however a technique I have developed makes it easier. My work simply reflects my love for the outdoors. Saved by Beth Weems. Step 2: Blended Background. Artistic Composition Tips How to Judge Art I will often paint an aspect of a painting on a separate canvas, so I know what I am doing before I commit it to a "serious" piece.Prepare a small canvas and imagine that we are painting a sandy bottom (Again? "Kes", Dog painting demonstration. Obviously, not much sediment and clean water will minimise the impact that the colour of the water has on the substrate. But I’ve had a few people ask me how I paint fur, so I thought I’d share my way of doing it. Free Artist Websites Trial Drawing and painting dogs can be enjoyable — we love our dogs so much — … Think of the face of the wave towards you as a window to under the surface. Our eBook – 10 Essential Steps to Selling Art Online, 7 YouTube Art Channels that EVERY Artist will Enjoy, 5 Simple Tips for Painting Ocean Waves & Water, Our Drawing Guide – How to Draw EXACTLY What You See, Nostalgic, Color-soaked Paintings by Simon Miller, Gorgeous, Expressive Landscape Paintings by Sarah Jane Brown, Hand-etched Drypoint and Watercolor Prints by Richard Spare, Unleash your Creativity (Draw Anywhere!) In this second detail (below) you’ll notice the fur is much more clumpy. For the tongue’s highlight color, mix titanium white, scarlet red and yellow oxide. When you understand how these pieces affect each other, learning how to paint water becomes much easier. What the? I want the background to be soft and muted, and to complement the dog's colouring. I started with a larger fan for the bottom layer and switched to a smaller fan on the next layer. The Best Art Blogs Online How to Prime a Canvas, Customizable Art Websites Itâs fast, free, and we donât send you junk. Distressed Folk Art Acrylic Painting Tutorial. When you look at the water in this lake it is very easy to see how the colour of the water impacts the colour of the substrate. After rain, chances are that the water in your local river will be tainted with sediment. Be sure an check out the important ‘fur tips’ below the video… Here are a few extra tips to help you paint animal fur: I prefer to paint the animal over the existing background color. Unsubscribe here at any time. The first thing to realize is that there are a lot of different kinds of fur that will require different techniques and different brushes. Aug 7, 2016 - how to paint dog acrylics finished painting ... BTW, check out some cool art here http://jeremy-aiyadurai.pixels.com/ Paint A Dog Portrait In Oils How To Choose Background Colour Sue Gardner Studio. paintingdemos. I work primarily in acrylics and oils on canvas. Thankfully we have just covered it. Painting fur takes time and patience. This is where you get homework. Websites Selling Art Online For more great painting tips, subscriber only specials and zingin' humour (hmmm, maybe? As a valued subscriber, you can purchase our, 3 pack of downloadable how to paint with Mark Waller DVDs, Surprising a Kangaroo Mumma With Her Joey. Add another wash of a light brown or olive color if the blonde ended up too light. Wipe most of the paint off onto a paper towel. Having only four elements to work with, gives you a good solid base to start. Art Copyright Information 16. I use Artists quality acrylic paints by Chroma Australia, Atelier Interactive and Atelier Free Flow. For more from Crista Forest, please visit forestwildlifeart.blogspot.com. Need a Better Way to Take Photos of Your Art? These W's represent small waves and are where the light coming from behind the wave is reflected to your eye. What’s a Good Online Art Gallery Now That Vango is Gone? Wolf Wildlife Acrylic Art Demo. Identify each one separate from the others. Extract from David Jansen’s online course. When using acrylics, the next part is easier if your previous work is dry. The Persistence of Memory by Salvador Dali, 9 Things I Wish I’d Known as a Brand New Artist. 3 round. Wild animals don’t get their fur brushed so you want it to look a little scruffy. The Bob Ross Method You’ll also generally want to start with thicker brushes on the bottom layers and finish with thinner, finer brushes for the wispy hair tips. Oh yes, and there’s one more thing you’ll need if you’re tackling a wild, furry animal—a lot of time and patience! 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Museum Talks: The Impressionists – Manet | English
Edouard Manet’s Portrait of Monsieur Jules Dejouy
Painted in 1879, Manet’s portrait of Jules Dejouy (1815-1894) is one of the artist’s most significant late portraits, which has recently ‘resurfaced’ after many decades away from the public eye in a private collection. This affectionate and lively portrait of Manet’s cousin depicts someone who became an important figure in the artist’s life following the death of his father in 1862. This talk will explore the significance of the portrait in Manet’s career and explain how it is a perfect addition to the world-renowned collection of Impressionist art bequeathed to Amgueddfa Cymru Wales by the sisters and pioneering collectors Gwendoline and Margaret Davies. It will also introduce the proposed conservation project, which aims to transform the painting and restore it to its original appearance.
This talk will be delivered in the curator’s first language: English
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If the Pope had been kind to Leonardo, Italy would own Leonardo’s Mona Lisa but he insulted this gentle, sensitive, proud, man. If the Pope had acknowledged his worth, Leonardo would never have left his native land to die in a foreign country. Three Kings of France, Charles VIII, Louis XII and François I revered him. France deserves the most famous painting in the world but why, knowing that François loved it so much, did Leonardo leave the Mona Lisa to Salai, his unworthy, disreputable protegé? Two reasons. Leonardo felt responsible for him from the day he took him in off the streets when Salai was a boy. He wanted to leave him well off. Two, Kings don’t barter. Leonardo knew that Salai could sell the paintings to an intermediary of the King. Salai died as he lived. In 1524 he died in a street fight. His estate is said to have included the Mona Lisa, St. Anne with the Virgin and Saint and John the Baptist, the paintings Leonardo had with him in Clos Lucé. François loved the masterpieces. He wanted them for the art collection he was building. Leonardo probably gave them to Salai asking that he sell to an intermediary of the King. He didn’t, but his sisters, who in inherited his estate, did, A receipt exists signed by Florimond Robertet, Treasurer to the King: ‘Messier Salai de Petredorain, painter, for some paintings that he gave to the King, two thousand six hundred and four lire, four sols, and four deniers’. The Mona Lisa was in the private apartments of François at Fontainebleau in 1540. All three paintings, much to the chagrin of Italy, are in the Louvre in Paris. Italy has always wanted the Mona Lisa. During WWII, Mussolini begged Hitler to give it to him when the Germans took Paris. Luckily for France, Hitler was contemptuous of Mussolini. Although Leonardo’s peers admired the Mona Lisa, the world was not aware of it until 1911 when its theft from the Louvre in Paris was splashed over every newspaper. The man who stole it was an Italian handyman. Vincenzo Peruggia was employed by the Louvre to put glass into picture frames. He hid overnight in a cupboard in the museum. In the morning, before the gallery opened, he slipped out with the painting under a blanket. World wide publicity meant the Mona Lisa spent the next two years in the false bottom of Peruggia’s trunk at his digs in Paris until he decided to return home and go to Florence where Leonardo painted the Mona Lisa. He took it to an art dealer who asked Peruggia to leave the painting with him so that he could examine it and assess its worth. Instead he consulted an expert in Italian painting who called the police. Peruggia was arrested. At his trial he said he was a patriot. He said he thought Mona Lisa had been stolen by Napoleon and wanted to bring the painting back home. He was given a short sentence of eight months in prison. The Mona Lisa was returned to the Louvre.
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Late 18th and early 19th British and European Landscapes
Late 18th and early 19th Century British Art revived the Dutch landscape tradition of focussing on the natural environment in contrast to the practice of placing landowners against a background of their landed estates. From the late 18th century a new merchant and industrial class, began to gain an interest in pure landscape painting as new patrons of Art.
Neo-Classicism and Regional Schools
Italianate landscapes in the Grand Style were inspired by earlier classical style landscapes of the French 17th Century masters, Claude Lorrain and N. Poussin. This can be seen in the works of British artists of the 18th century such as A.Cozens, Richard Wilson and P. Nasmyth, who composed perfectly balanced vistas of tree framed rivers and mountain valleys. These draw on both the Dutch and Italian landscape traditions. Regional versions of this type, were developed by local landscape schools throughout England in and around Norwich, Lincoln, Yorkshire and Derbyshire, by artists such as J. Sell Cotman, Thomas Girtin and John Rathbone.
Another branch of regional landscape painting in early 19th century Britain grew out of the Dutch realist tradition. These show intimate portraits of a particular local landscape and its working environment. English examples of this can be seen in the works of George Morland and Edmund Bristow around London and more locally, Peter de Wint, in 'On the River Witham'. J.C. Ibbetson, working in the Lake District developed a fine local variation on the Dutch landscape tradition in his rustic lakeside scenes or picturesque farms among the Cumberland fells.
Naturalism and Topography
Truth to nature in the works of Constable and Turner revolutionised landscape painting by working directly from the natural subject and in the landscape of the early 1800s, as Constable has clearly done in his 'Cloud Study'. Other artists were more concerned with the historical formation and layout of a view, such as John Varley and his pupils, David Cox and A.V. Copley Fielding.
'Loading timber wagon in the grounds of Cave Castle, Yorkshire' by G. Arnald is an example of the natural and human formation of the land, with an unusual side view of the newly built neo-Gothic Cave Castle. Striking views of working life in open countryside around Glastonbury or the Thames valley can be seen in the watercolours of a follower of Turner, James Baker Pyne. The French coast is also brought vividly to life by the works of R.P. Bonington or Le Prince, with rugged and open shorelines inhabited by local fishing communities in the examples, 'Coast scene in Picardy' or 'Beach scene with figures'.
Coast and River Scenes
Coastal and river scenes play an important part in the collections of the Ferens Art Gallery, from its base within the old shipping and fishing port of Kingston upon Hull. These include local views such as 'Shipyard at Hessle Cliffs' by J. Wilson Carmichael. Other British estuary waters are illustrated in Thomas Luny's views of Plymouth harbour and bankside views of the Thames from Limehouse Reach to Westminster Bridge by various artists. A European parallel to these works, can be seen in an early painting of the Grand Canal in Venice by the Venetian master, Canaletto.


If you're planning to paint the inside of your home, you should stock up on all the supplies you need so that you won't have to run to the paint store in the middle of the job. In addition to buying paint and painting supplies, you may also need to buy supplies for filling in holes in the walls and cleaning dirty baseboards and walls. Here's a look at some of the supplies you may want to buy.
High-quality paint tends to cover old paint and dirt a lot better with fewer coats, and it lasts longer. It could be worth buying superior paint, even if it costs more. When you go to the paint store, ask for help when choosing a quality brand and then choosing the color you want. Color choice is a matter of preference, but one additional thing you want to consider is the type of paint. For instance, you might want matte, gloss, semi-gloss, eggshell, or satin. These have different looks when it comes to their reflective qualities and each differs in how easy they are to clean. If you can't decide on what color or type of paint to buy, then buy a few small sample cans and try them out so that you see how the paint will look on the wall.
You'll need brushes and rollers for the paint job. If you'll use more than one type of paint, you may want multiple rollers so that you don't have to clean them between paint types or colors. You can simply change the rollers when you switch paints. Seal the rollers in plastic wrap and keep them in the refrigerator or freezer, and they'll be ready to use later without having to clean them. This makes painting go faster than when you have to stop and clean rollers and brushes all the time.
You'll also want different types of brushes for different uses. Angled brushes are helpful for cutting in so that you can control the paint better. High-quality brushes usually give you better results and are easier to control. However, you may still want to use painter's tape so that you can make straight lines and avoid getting paint in the wrong place.
Containers And Stirrers
Paint stirrers are essential since a can of paint has to be stirred before you use it. The paint store will probably have free paint stirrers you can grab when you buy a can of paint. These are strong wooden paddles that go deep into the can so that you can keep the paint stirred. You'll also want containers, such as a paint pan, for getting paint on a roller and small containers for dipping a brush in when you're on a ladder. You may not need to buy small containers since a plastic cup or food container can work just as well.
In addition, you'll need a tarp or sheet of plastic to put on the floor and over your furniture. Paint tends to get everywhere, and you don't want to take chances with getting paint on the floor or sofa. Go to a paint store with a list of things you'll need so you won't forget something important because the right painting equipment is essential for getting the paint on your walls.


Elizabeth Bruce is a Scottish contemporary artist whose work is figurative and colourful. She has worked in all media on a variety of subjects, usually concentrating on acrylics - still life, treescapes, figures, interiors and landscapes. Miscellaneous other work includes mixed media, monoprints, lino-cuts and collage. She has recently acquired an etching press & is currently getting to grips with the joys of etching.
Elizabeth likes to keep her work within the Affordable Art bracket and prices start as low as £25 for an unframed lino-cut, while paintings are all between £140 and £500.
Her work has been shown in various galleries in Argyll, as well as the RGI Kelly Gallery and the Lillie Gallery, both in Glasgow, and the Torrance Gallery in Edinburgh. She was elected a member of the Glasgow Society of Women Artists in January 2003.