Latest Painting...hot off the Easel

My latest painting was a wonderful whimsical painting commissioned by a beauftiful young family.



It is 1.5m x 1m acrylic image on canvas.



The image is of the 3 members of the family, Dad and two children and includes images of the three dogs that they have had(and currently have) as family pets.



It was a wonderful experience, working with the Dad to ensure we captured the essence of the family, thier faces, clothes and positions imitating thier personalities. We met at least 5 times throughout the process and made little personal changes as the painting came to life. Even the children had an opportunity to view the work during creation and offer suggestions to help make it a little more personal and meaningful for them.



The colours reflect the Australian landscape, with a simple city image to depict our city of Brisbane.



Some of the symbols in the painting are the pets, frangpani tree, Old Queenslander homes (thiers included), vibrant Australian outback colours, Story bridge and fun family times in the park, enjoying the Qld weather.



I loved creating thie image and can't wait to do more images like this one!

2010 Create-A-Canvas Art Classes

Hello and a Happy New Year!

2010 is already rolling along and it is time to plan those lazy Sunday
afternoons where your only focus is you and your ready to be unleashed
CREATIVITY.

Create-A-Canvas Adult Art Classes 
are once again being held one Sunday a month at the Energyart studio Gallery
in Teneriffe.

The first class date is Sunday February 7th.......quick....mark that one
down and clear your afternoon.

Class runs for 4 hours, 1.30pm til 5.30pm. 

The purpose of the classes are to Create a Canvas that you can take home and
call your own, whether you are a novice or just a little rusty and wish to
brush up on your skills.....the class is aimed at each individual to
personally achieve your goal.....and that is to make something that is wall
worthy!!!!!

Maximum students per class is 7, ensuring everyone gets lots of personal
attention and guidance. 
Minimum number to run a class is 3 participants.

I am keeping the cost the same as the past 3 years.....$100 for 4 hours,
including afternoon tea, tuition and all paints and paint materials
supplied. All you need is a canvas (any size) and the images that inspire
you. I will help you make the idea come to life on canvas.

Upcoming dates:
Sunday February 7th
Sunday March 7th
Sunday April 18th
Sunday May 16th

Your next step:

* Decide which date suits you and make your booking ASAP,( send an
email to book your place) 

* pay your $25 deposit to hold your booking,( deducted from full fee
at time of class) 

* call a friend / family member to join you, ( bring a new class
member and save $10 off your class) 

* choose your image, 

* purchase your canvas.

Thanks again for your support and I look forward to working with you again
or for the first time in 2010. 

Artist Launch

Indooroopilly Library



Meet Brisbane-based artist Kylie Farrelly

who has been capturing images of Brisbane on canvas.

Thursday 4 February 6pm

Kylie uses a bold palette to portray the energy and

vibrancy that she experiences in the city she calls home.

Kylie’s work will be on display
until Wednesday 31 March 2010.

Bookings essential. Call Indooroopilly Library on
(07) 3407 0009 to reserve your place.


For more events at Indooroopilly Library
visit www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/libraries
or pick up a copy of What’s On.

New Exhibition Opens Saturday 13th February

A wonderful group of Artists are uniting to hold an Art exhibition at Energyart Gallery.

Nine artists have come together to create a beautiful collection of work which will adorn the gallery walls for two months. I am sure that you will find something you like!

Drop in on Saturday February 13th from 2-4pm and meet the artists. What a great opportunity to have 9 talented, creative people all together.

Hope to see you there....and spread the word!!!!