There is symbolism connected to fish – We discussed the various meanings and symbols and then decided that we will be painting fish because we love colour…… we love the sea….. We love nature! Read more →
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Casting with resin
Used tinted resin to cast this rose – combined with handmade beads Read more →
ART RETREAT
“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” ― L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables I could add: Where there is art! Read more →
Art Retreat in Stilbaai Western Cape
What an amazing group of artists joined the Art Retreat in August 2016! Read more →
Meaning in paintings
Many artists believe that you only paint art that has meaning! I do not disagree with them but I think that sometimes you have to just relax and paint what makes you happy! I love painting cups – they make me happy! Read more →
Warm and cold colours
You can always use warm and cool colors to increase depth and space in your paintings. As light travels across a flat surface, it will often be brightest (and warmest) at one end, and fade to cooler hues in the distance. Read more →
Proteas
In the language of flowers, protea symbolizes diversity and courage. Read more →
Alikreukel shell in Stilbaai Western Cape
Floating in the ocean is surely one of the most fulfilling physical and mental activities – it is exciting and relaxing at the same time. Exiting, because of the many treasures visible under the water and relaxing because you forget about the outside world – it is only you and the sea….. It was at Stilbaai in the Western Cape… Read more →
Painting lilies in oil
I loved painting these lilies as they always remind me of the importance of humility and devotion. Lincoln Steffens said: “Art is like a border of flowers along the course of civilization”. Read more →