Calm before the Storm

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My love of drawing & painting started when I was a child. My ancestors from 15th Century - Italy - Antonio, Bartolomeo and Antonio's son Alvise Vivarini were also artists and several of their works hang in Galleries around the world including one in the National Gallery of Victoria, Australia.

I have tried many mediums over the years like oils, watercolour, pastel, ink, pencils, charcoal and acrylic - I prefer these days to work in Acrylic. The quick drying aspect and the easy coverage on canvas or board allows me to express myself easily. I like bright colours that express my joy and happiness. I paint to capture the essence of the landscape, seascape, still life, animals or occasionally portraits with a touch of impressionistic or contemporary. Bringing mood and my own perception of movement to all things I see and feel.

I paint whatever inspires me whether it be in the outdoors or after I capture a photo with my camera. I enjoy painting trees and wildlife from the Australian bush.
Early this year I found a new concept called Fluid Art having always been a fine artist I now feel drawn to Abstract art and I'm enjoying the freedom!