Artists Drawing and Inspiration - Issue 37

In this issue

Art and drawing ideas

Cold One Waiting

There’s nothing like the lure of an old Australian country pub.

2 mins

Art in Retirement

“It was an interesting road I had picked to travel and a very big learning curve,” explains this artist when commenting on her artistic journey.

5 mins

Emotional Connection

Each portrait this artist does challenges her to strive harder, to grow and improve … to capture faithfully the spirit and character of every animal she paints. It is important for her to connect with her subjects on a special emotional level.

5 mins

Best Friend

This pastellist likes to maintain a good sense of humour, which helps her to rise above unconstructive criticism. And she is not afraid to experiment and invent her own techniques if something doesn’t quite work.

4 mins

A Means of Escape

A one room shed serves as a studio for this Queensland artist. With louvre windows on three sides and shelves around three walls, it is a place of refuge and creativity.

3 mins

Arnhem Land Boy

This Queensland pastellist begins by selecting a subject that interests her. She firmly believes ‘if you paint what you love and enjoy painting it, someone else will also enjoy seeing it’. This enjoyment she feels is reflected in the painting.

4 mins

Scratchboard As A Fine Art Medium.

In the last few years Patrick Hedges has reconnected with this medium.

8 mins

Endless Passion

Born with a love of art, this lady has developed her skill into a passion that will never end. Art is something that she ‘just has to do’.

4 mins

Oranges And Apples

This pastellist believes that any subject matter could be selected for her technique, which (to her) is drawing – but to others may be a form of painting.

5 mins

My Creative Side

With the ambition of one day teaching people how to paint and draw, this talented artist is proof that nurturing a life-long hobby can turn a wonderful dream into reality.

5 mins

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Artists Drawing and Inspiration Magazine Description:

ARTIST'S DRAWING & INSPIRATION magazine seeks to showcase the works of talented Australians producing art at a whole range of skill levels, whether they are accomplished creative people with a long history of achievements or beginners (of all ages) striving to build their identities and reach their particular artistic goals.