Category Archives: Exhibition
SHRIEK! WHAT DOES IT MEAN JOHN MAITLAND?
ShareJohn Maitland reveals a snippet describing where he found his inspiration for his bird paintings. “Shriek! A cacophony filled the air as the light began to fade; this was the experience when I took visiting relatives to Burleigh Heads to experience this … Continue reading
Article ‘These Float my Boat’ by Marina Marangos
ShareMarina Marangos writes beautifully about the Red Hill Gallery and its latest exhibition ‘All Afloat‘ in her article “These Float my Boat”. Here at Artchat we thought it was worth a share and a read, this article has been reproduced with … Continue reading
Artchat [Blog Interview #65] – Michael Parker
ShareMichael Parker answers questions we put to him about himself and his art in our latest blog at ArtChat. AC: You spent some of your early years in Europe observing the masters, what are some of your best memories? MP: … Continue reading
Artchat [Blog Interview #64] – Warren Salter
Share Artchat caught up with Warren Salter with some questions about his art and inspirations and about his current exhibition at Red Hill Gallery in Brisbane. AC: You have mentioned some world renowned artists such as Picasso, Monet, Dali and Streeton … Continue reading
Artchat [Blog Interview #63] – Dan Mason
ShareArtchat caught up with artist Dan Mason prior to his exhibition ‘All Afloat’ to talk to him more about himself, his studio and last but not least his artwork. AC: Where are you based and why? DM: I work from my … Continue reading
Childhood Memories of Warren Salter
Share“In all my years as a professional painter with forty plus solo exhibitions behind me, this is the first collection of paintings I have produced with a continuous, conscious thread driving my ideas. Each painting is inspired primarily by my … Continue reading
MICHAEL PARKER – THE STORY OF HIS SERIES OF BOAT PAINTINGS
Share Michael Parker explains the story that inspired him to paint his unique boat series. “Painting from my studio in Mordialloc, I was asked by a gallery in South Australia to create a painting for an exhibition to celebrate the … Continue reading
Mel Brigg [Blog Interview #62]
Share Art Chat recently sat down with Mel Brigg to talk about his upcoming exhibition and we had a chance to learn a little bit more about him. Since arriving in Australia from South Africa in the seventies he has … Continue reading
Lola Santiago [Blog Interview #61]
ShareLola Santiago’s luscious, rich abstract paintings have us here at ArtChat buzzing. We couldn’t wait to interview her and find out a little more about her and her wonderful paintings. AC: Lola your work starts with colour washes. Do you … Continue reading
Linda Vario [Interview #60]
ShareAfter arriving in Queensland and settling on the Sunshine Coast from South Australia 16 years ago, Linda Vario has taken inspiration from the beauty and colour of the coast and hinterland of this beautiful part of the world. She has … Continue reading
Danielle McManus ArtChat [Blog Interview #59]
Share Danielle McManus has beguiled us with her whimsical, gentle figures for a long time. Set in a dreamlike landscape, her work inspires us to stop and “smell the roses”. Art Chat has had a talk to Danielle to see what … Continue reading
ArtChat [Blog Interview #58] Larissa Blake
ShareLarissa Blake has been exposed to art from an early age by her mother artist Loretta Blake. Her work is vibrant, spontaneous with large planes of pure, unadulterated colour. Largely self taught Larissa is a highly sought after tutor and we … Continue reading
Art Chat Blog – Starr Exhibition
Share“If I had a world of my own, everything would be nonsense.” Lewis Caroll – Alice adventures in Wonderland Imagination is taken to a new level with popular Brisbane … Continue reading
Interview [Blog Interview #57] Christine Porter
ShareArt Chat caught up with Christine Porter prior to her upcoming demonstration at Red Hill Gallery Brisbane, to be held on SUNDAY AFTERNOON 19 OCTOBER 2014 between 2pm and 3pm. Christine is thrilled to be able to show her many … Continue reading
Interview – [ Blog Interview #56] Regina Noakes
ShareRegina Noakes – an artist well recognised wherever she goes.. we caught up with her during her busy schedule coming up to her Red Hill Gallery exhibition on October 10th. AC: As a well known artist, what is the most … Continue reading
Interview : [Blog interview #55] Stephen Glassborow
ShareStephen Glassborow specialises in making Sculptures in Bronze inspired by Art Deco era . You can see his amazing new work at his 2014 exhibition at Red Hill Gallery Brisbane on October 10th. We found Stephen prior to exhibition opening and had … Continue reading
ArtChat [Blog Interview #54] Dean Reilly – Expect The Unexpected
ShareDean Reilly is a classically trained artist and graduate of the Australian Design College.He has also been a finalist in two of Australia’s most coveted art awards, the Archibald and Doug Moran Portrait Prize. We caught up with Dean before his … Continue reading
Paul Margocsy – Walking On The Wild Side
ShareCreative Artist magazine has just spotted a bird lover and wildlife artist with inherent talent and put him on the cover of their inaugural magazine with an eight page article. Watercolour artist Paul Margocsy entrances us once again with his … Continue reading
ArtChat [Blog Interview #53] – David Hinchliffe
Share AC: Please tell us about the special pigments which you recently purchased in Marrakesh and their beautiful quality. DH: While I was in Marrakech, I came across a herbalist who had a range of pigments which I bought. In … Continue reading
Joseph Zbukvic – People & Places 2014 – Part 2
Share‘MARKET STUDY’ “Victoria Market in Melbourne is renowned for its fresh produce and it’s not far from my studio. I am a regular shopper there but this time I brought my sketching gear and came up with this study. If you look … Continue reading