Tag: Creativity
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Reimagining Art: Digital Meets Traditional Techniques
This project aims to redefine an artwork by merging digital techniques with traditional methods. The work in progress shows how colour, in particular blue, can create different meanings and moods. I illuminate the creative thought process using concept ideas from my art journal. Two disparate themes emerge, alienation and live music.
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Letting Go: Creative Techniques for Artistic Transformation
A few years ago, I whited out a complete artwork. The painting wasn’t working. I scratched back into the wet white paint. The effect that emerged pleasantly surprised me so, instead of disposing of the canvas, I kept the “new work”. More recently I’ve been consciously whiting out old paintings, not because I don’t…
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Garage Showcase: Embracing Visibility and Artistic Growth
From show time to work time: Seven days of Noosa Open Studios behind me. Inviting people into my work and studio space always feels a little daunting. I’m more comfortable working in the garage than showcasing my work, but I do appreciate the visits. Some visitors take a real interest in what I’m doing. It’s…
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Capturing Home Art Display for Noosa Open Studios
I created my own styled art display with my iPhone right here at home. Why pay for an App like InsituArtRoom to display your artwork when you can do it yourself? This painting will be coming off the wall to go back into the studio for Noosa Open Studios. Nobody would guess the source of…
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Conceptual art: Tips on marketing for mugs
Effective mug marketing requires: * a marketable product* astute assessment of your target audience * timing the release to coincide with a momentous event Additional tips:* be bold and brash * use real life examples * turn conventional ideas on their head I guess I’ve missed my mugshot moment.
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Artistic Collage: Tips for Minimizing Frustration and Maximizing Creativity
Avoid the pitfalls and frustrations of creating a collage and mixed media artworks. My advice: take a break and come back with fresh eyes. Snap photos as you go and don’t be afraid to experiment or start over. If all else fails, get ready for some artistic recycling!