Now is the right time to start attenting art exhibitions or art markets around your area.
I'm currently working on a painting, using a palette knife, inspired by the spring season, referencing the colour palette of 'Bird of Paradise' and using yellow, green, orange and red shades.
I took the opportunity to do just that and immerse myself in art by attending the Melbourne Winter Masterpieces 'The Picasso Century' exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria,
My favourite painting was 'Weeping Woman' depicting Dora Maar, Picasso's mistress and muse.
I attended the Archibald Prize 2022 regional tour at Bunjil Place Gallery in Narre Warren.
It was such a thrill to see all the portraits up close to examine the accuracy and likeness of the subject by the talented artists.
This year's Archibald Prize winner was Blak Douglas for his portrait of artist Karla Dickens.
My favourite was the People's Choice winner, artist Jeremy Eden's portrait of Samuel Johnson, OAM.
It's such a powerful portrait of Samuel holding a photo of the artist's late mother Annette who passed away from cancer.
TYERS ART SHOW
I will be exhibiting three (3) entries at the 41st Tyers Art Festival this year, so come along and join me in attending this local fundraising event.
Witness first hand all the wonderful paintings on show by talented local artists - it's a treat for the eyes.
Dates: Friday, 11th November to Sunday, 13th November 2022
Venue: Tyers Hall
WARRAGUL ARTS MARKET
I'm so excited to release my first edition of the KangaFineArt calendar this year which will be available for sale at the Warragul Arts Market.
The calendar will also be available on my website: KangaFineArt.com or you can direct message me via email: koola.kangelaris@gmail.com.
All twelve original artworks from my popular alcohol inks range can be repurposed as prints to be displayed in your own home or work place or can be given as a gift.
Come along and support this wonderful local event.
Date: Saturday, 19th November 2022
Venue: Civic Park, Warragul
THE CREATORS COLLECTIVE MAKERS MARKET
The Creators Collective Makers Market is such a wonderful event showcasing local creators in the Gippsland region.
I'm so pleased to be attending as a stall holder and look forward to seeing you all supporting a local event of this magnitude.
Date: Sunday, 20th November 2022
Venue: Lardner Park, Warragul
TRARALGON COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PARADE MARKET
I will be a first time stall holder at the 'Traralgon Community Christmas Parade Market'.
Come along with the family to this very exciting event where Santa will be making an appearance.
Date: Sunday, 27th November 2022
Time: 9.00am - 2.00pm
Venue: Kay Street
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Have an awesome month.
Kind regards
Koola.