Friday 27 July 2012

Artist of the Week, MATT GOWTY

Until recently Matt had been using charcoal at Roar Drawing.  The change in mediums to 'Chalk Markers' gave a prolific injection of colour, texture and vitality to his work.  Matt creates at quite a frenetic pace, with very powerful, deliberate marks.  His images compel the viewer with an uncompromising, strong presence.







Friday 20 July 2012

Mystery Artist

This work is a celebration of recovering one's spirit, something that is so easily pushed aside in our busy, scheduled lives.  The simple thought of coming to class or starting a new piece can be quite daunting and uncomfortable if we let our minds get the better of us.  The hardest part is often getting the ball rolling and KEEPING it rolling!  Of course it's so much easier to ignore our fundamental issues, but it's also boring and safe.  Why not feel what its like to be alive?  I think this work speaks for itself. 
Not everyone likes to have the name up in lights for whatever reason, and I completely get that, but thanks 'M' for sharing your work.



Friday 6 July 2012

Masterclass - Tapping the Creative Well with RIMONA KEDEM

Myself and 7 other lucky people attended Rimona's Masterclass at Qdos Gallery, Lorne recently, supported by her daughter Yasmin.  It was brilliant, particularly to work with someone who shares the same philosophy that everyone can tap into their creativity. You simply need to keep feeding the brain and give yourself permission to play, explore, discover. Rimona has a contagious child like humour and insatiable passion for what she does.  We worked through various approaches of how to trigger new concepts by watching TED talks, referencing Art History books and using various techniques including painting under the influence of 'Listening to a Soldier's Tale' by Stravinsky and even using a stick instead of a brush! 

Beach. Rimona Kedem 2012

Red Riding Hood.  Rimona Kedem 2012

Australian Backyard.  Rimona Kedem 2012

Masterclass: Tapping the Creative Well