These paintings were inspired by Matisse and his 'Painting with Scissors' technique. The story goes that he would get his assistants to paint various slabs of colours onto paper. He would use these colours to cut out shapes and create his artworks. Hmmm..what a fantastic idea for Year 7s! I gave it ...
Painting Commission?
I really feel I should be doing far more painting than I have been as of late. Whenever I walk away from painting for a while and then return, I realise how much I really do love it. So today, I'm officially announcing my painting commission campaign! It's basically, me painting something for ...
Harry & Ag’s Painting
I finally finished Harry and Ag's painting. I went to their house to deliver it today, so I can now show you guys. Inspired by one of Ag's favourite artists, Gustav Klimt, it's now settling into its new home as we speak. Here it is on Harry and Ag's wall... ...
Dancing Girl
How lovely is this dancing girl? It was created by a year 12 student at my school as part of her final folio developmental work. I love the ice cream colours and texture (which is hard to see with this photo)... It's so pretty.. Thanks Chiara ...
How To Paint an Abstract
This picture really doesn't do this masterpiece justice but... We are now nearing the end of our school year and well, if you're a teacher you've probably finished all your marking and reports, so HOW do we occupy the kiddies for the next few lessons?! Here is what I did today (mind you, it ...