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Exhibition: El Anatsui
Let me start by saying that this exhibition at Carriageworks is an utter feast for the eyes. Large scale artworks adorn the walls and floors…
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Reduction charcoal drawing
Some years ago I tried this style of drawing and I revisited it yesterday in my art class. The subject matter was chosen for its…
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New papermaking experimentation
Following on from my papermaking lesson recently I had my second go on Monday with my own shredded paper. As could be seen from my…
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Bookmaking: Secret Belgian Binding
This workshop, with Jean Riley, was a good way to first explore the Belgian Binding technique. One or two things could have been better but,…
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Recycling paper
Recently I had a paper-making lesson. I’ve made paper once before but it was in a large class situation and most of the preparation was…
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Exhibition: Reclaimed-Regeneration
Southern Printmakers Association This exhibition, with contributions from 14 members of the Association, has been inspired by the resilience of the natural environment and its…
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Essence of Place workshop
Painting, drawing and block-printing with Gary Shinfield This workshop, which I attended over two days last weekend, had two parts to it. The first day…
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Exhibition: PICASSO, Creatures and Creativity
Being overseas in the USA for the last couple of weeks gave me a chance to visit a few galleries, museums and historical homes that…
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Still life painting class
To increase confidence and awareness of colour, drawing and painting I attended my first ever acrylic painting class, entitled ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS – Still Life Painting. …
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My blog documents my (mainly) print and creative pursuits, both those that are successful and those that aren’t. I post many step-by-step processes as a personal record but also to aid others following similar paths looking for instruction, tips and ideas. I hope you find it useful.
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