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Drawn To Art
Artists Drawing and Inspiration

Drawn To Art

A passion for art combined with intense study has ensured the future success of this driven and creative artist.

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Issue 34
Celebrity Portrait: William Dafoe
Artists Drawing and Inspiration

Celebrity Portrait: William Dafoe

Using a favourite photograph, create your own portrait masterpiece.

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Issue 34
Back Of Bourke
Artists Drawing and Inspiration

Back Of Bourke

Nature motivates this artist with its spectacular sunrises; with glistening light reflecting off approaching storms; with magical Outback evenings. She wants to share the beauty of her experiences with the world.

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Issue 34
Aussie Icons The Laughing Kookaburra
Artists Drawing and Inspiration

Aussie Icons The Laughing Kookaburra

I was so pleased with this photograph, I couldn’t wait to start drawing, it was the very first I took with my new digital SLR camera.

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Issue 34
A Tale Of Talent
Artists Drawing and Inspiration

A Tale Of Talent

This award-winning, self-taught artist has immersed himself into a variety of mediums and subjects, constantly learning and sharing his skills.

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Issue 34
Relocation
Australian How To Paint

Relocation

Although currently on a ‘relocation’ theme – placing animals that were evicted from their natural environment in unnatural settings – this artist would love to illustrate a children’s book or start a new series of benefit art exhibitions.

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Issue 29
The Passionate Painter
Australian How To Paint

The Passionate Painter

Always creative, this artist is now the proud owner of her very own studio gallery.

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Issue 29
Sunflower Frenzy
Australian How To Paint

Sunflower Frenzy

Feeding time for two Rainbow Lorikeets provided the stunning subject for this extraordinary painting by a deeply talented Queensland artist with a passion for wildlife.

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Issue 29
Wonderful Wildlife
Australian How To Paint

Wonderful Wildlife

Talented South Australian artist Brenda Holden operates the Porter Street Wildlife Gallery in Goolwa and pursues an ongoing passion for painting wildlife subjects – particularly birds.

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Issue 29
Shining Bronze Cuckoo
Australian How To Paint

Shining Bronze Cuckoo

This artist insists that his ‘loose’ approach to drawing should not be viewed as definitive; and stresses that there is no right or wrong process – whatever works for you is right, regardless of the techniques or opinions of others.

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Issue 29
Passion For Detail
Australian How To Paint

Passion For Detail

This richly talented Queensland artist listens to relaxing music while she paints. She values opportunities to look at her work with ‘fresh eyes’ in the early morning half light.

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Issue 29
Slim Pickings
Australian How To Paint

Slim Pickings

A wonderful, simple painting of magpies scratching amongst the dry earth.

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Issue 29
Energy And Motion
Australian How To Paint

Energy And Motion

In the booming coastal Queensland town of Hervey Bay, a richly talented artist is building a successful creative business based on his rare illustrative skills.

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Issue 29
Fine Artist, Tutor And Art Judge
Australian How To Paint

Fine Artist, Tutor And Art Judge

Pencils have always been a part of my life

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Issue 29
Cyclone The Macaw
Australian How To Paint

Cyclone The Macaw

Rich vibrant colours and stunning clarity make this delightful picture of a native bird seem almost real enough to sing and take flight.

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Issue 29
Work, Rest And Play
Creative Beading

Work, Rest And Play

Your day is full of change, so why shouldn’t your accessories also be able to change throughout the day? An interchangeable watchband design by Terrena’s Treasures.

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Vol 16 No 1
Violet And Purple
Creative Beading

Violet And Purple

‘Purple’ … because of its unique position in the spectrum, the gemstone amethyst always conveys its own regal sophistication.

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Vol 16 No 1
Swarovski Foot Slide
Creative Beading

Swarovski Foot Slide

Swarovski sliders are positioned to show perfectly on your feet with this design.

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Vol 16 No 1
Swarovski Earrings
Creative Beading

Swarovski Earrings

Components make up so quickly and have the elegance of a high priced jewellery design. Designed by Second Sin.

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Vol 16 No 1
Save The Turtles
Creative Beading

Save The Turtles

“All six species of sea turtle found in Australian waters are threatened with extinction. What happens next is up to us,” WWF-Australia. Robyn and Dawn from Memorable Hangups show us how to save our turtles.

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Vol 16 No 1
Queen Of Hearts
Creative Beading

Queen Of Hearts

These ceramic bead projects will make your heart want to learn PMC. Just stunning work from Rhonda Winterton.

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Vol 16 No 1
Pearls Of Persia
Creative Beading

Pearls Of Persia

Persian pearl earrings and bracelet to wear on those long hot balmy nights designed by The Bead Company of Victoria.

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Vol 16 No 1
La Perle De La Mer
Creative Beading

La Perle De La Mer

An intricate pearl shell link bracelet garnished with abalone, coral, turquoise and Hill Tribe silver – designed and created by Rose Dakin from Broome Beads and Margaret River Beads.

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Vol 16 No 1
Indian Glass Goddess Lariat
Creative Beading

Indian Glass Goddess Lariat

Hang a knotted Indian glass lariat around your neck and feel like a goddess.

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Vol 16 No 1
Indian Glass Beads
Creative Beading

Indian Glass Beads

Rich Colour, Imperfect Shape, Earthy Texture and … Dust? Sarah Ezzy-dickson Discovers the History Behind the Art Form That Is Indian Glass Beads.

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Vol 16 No 1
Fantasy Choker
Creative Beading

Fantasy Choker

Using wire frame this design can be individualised to suit your own taste … small and delicate or big and chunky. Designed by Rebecca from Bead Kingdom.

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Vol 15 No 6
From The Red Rock To Semi-precious Stones…
Creative Beading

From The Red Rock To Semi-precious Stones…

After Hearing the Phrases “forklift Driving in Sydney” to “Financing at Ayers Rock”, Tully James Was Curious to Find Out How Karen O’neil Then Made a Transition to Fine Beading. Disparities Aside, She Quickly Discovered Upon Conversing With the Charming Bead Artist, That There Wasn’t in Fact Many a ‘stone’ Left Unturned!

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Vol 15 No 6
Zara
Creative Beading

Zara

Old world charm, filled with teardrops and hearts. By Danielle Mondo from Mondo Design.

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Vol 15 No 6
Funky Dangles Necklace
Creative Beading

Funky Dangles Necklace

This funky dangles necklace, dsigned by Kathleen Moon, is the perfect way to wear your favourite collection of beads in one delicious handful.

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Vol 15 No 6
Fragile And Powerful Links
Creative Beading

Fragile And Powerful Links

Eden Riley Explores the Beaded Links of the Commonwealth of Nations, Presented by the Australian Association for the Promotion of International Arts and Culture and Curated by the Fascinating Nigerian Princess Jumoke Debayo.

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Vol 15 No 6