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Art Supplies Auckland
Where to buy Art Supplies Auckland - Art supplies Auckland can be found in a range of locations offering a wide range of products for both professional and hobby artist. Gordon Harris Established in 1975 by Gordon and Ann Harris, they have an impressive range of art supplies and are well worth a visit if you are in the Newmarket area. Watch out for their regular sales - although this does tend to focus on hobbyist products such as Expressions Canvasses - which are often 60% off. http://www.gordonharris.co.nz/ Gordon Harris has four branches in Auckland - Open 8.30 am - 5.30 pm - Monday … [Read more...]
New Art Web App transforms the way people view art
Art Web App Mobile Art Gallery in Mt Eden, Auckland, has launched an exciting new free art web app that enables a user to visualise a selected artwork from the gallery, on their own wall, or a sample wall. ‘We developed our art web app because we were finding that many clients wanting to hire or buy art lacked confidence in their ability to choose art. They struggled to visualise what an artwork would look like once it was installed in their home or office with furniture,’ says Mobile Art Gallery Director, Dennis Wood. ‘This web app will make it easy for them to superimpose an artwork … [Read more...]
Art Galleries in Auckland
Art Galleries in Auckland Auckland offers a wide range of art galleries to suit every taste, style and budget. You’re spoilt for choice with over 100 art galleries within the greater Auckland metropolitan area. This reflects the huge diversity of the city’s culture, offering artists ranging from those who focus on traditional painting to those who produce art that challenges or subverts the viewers’ assumptions and preconceptions. Then there are those who simply want to create beautiful images. If you’re not familiar with the different types of art galleries, here’s an easy way to … [Read more...]
Large Paintings in your Home
Large Paintings in your home Large Paintings are too bold, too expensive, and too hard to hang. Do any of these comments sound familiar? Read on to put your mind at rest. Looking at a large painting can often make one feel intimidated, particularly when viewed on a gallery wall. Often people worry that the paintings will be too large for the home and make the room feel small; however, large paintings in the home can create the opposite effect. Large paintings can help you tailor the feel of your home, whether you want something calm and peaceful that doesn’t draw too much attention, or … [Read more...]
What’s the “big deal” with Abstract Art?
What's the "big deal" with Abstract Art? Do you admire abstract art, but don’t know why? Abstract art looks like "nothing"... You may look at it and think "a child did it” OR It doesn’t look like it took long, how is it worth all that money? Do any of these comments sound familiar? Then this is for you How did Abstract Art Start? When you ask yourself, "why abstract art", do you ever wonder how it all started? Or have you ever wondered why artists create abstract art? Before abstract art, there was non-objective painting which began to explore the idea of removing visual information. It … [Read more...]
What should I know before I rent art? A Customer Guide
What should I know before I rent art? A Customer Guide While most people have sound reasons to rent art, what they don’t know are the tricks of the trade and the risk areas which some art galleries won’t tell you. Here are a few points to be aware of; Don’t get tied into a 12 month fixed term rental contract. A one month term, extendable on request should be adequate. If the rental term being offered is 12 months, request a lesser term or push for a rental discount. Discuss what other rental arrangements are possible Is there a ‘Rent to Own’ option Request a copy of the … [Read more...]
Art Classes Auckland
Art Classes Auckland Have you always wanted to learn how to paint? There are a large number of options in Auckland where you can learn various techniques for painting from oils to acrylics. No matter whether you are a total beginner or wanting to learn some new techniques to improve your artwork, there will be a course suited to your talents. The Directory below offers choices from well-established institutions for art classes Auckland. If you are looking for businesses which sell art supplies in Auckland, then check the directory listing for Art Supplies Auckland Browne School of … [Read more...]
Famous Artist’s Painting Quotes
Gerhard Richter - Painting Quotes Painting quotes by famous artists are always interesting to read as they represent a short but thoughtful representation of value and what drives the artist. Gerhard Richter who has had a long career, has much to say about painting and the art world that he captures so well and in such few words. The painting quotes that have been chosen are selected for the relevance to Gerhard Richters' practice and a specific aspect of his art career. Hopefully they will also generate thought and potential questions by whoever reads them. Gerhard Richter, a famous … [Read more...]
Vincent Van Gogh painting quotes
Vincent Van Gogh painting quotes | A way of seeing the world Vincent Van Gogh painting quotes -It is good to love many things, for therein lies the true strength, and whosoever loves much performs much and can accomplish much, and what is done in love is well done. -Great things are done by a series of smalls things brought together -If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere. -I am always doing what I cannot do yet, in order to learn how to do it. -If you hear a voice within you saying, You are not a painter, then by all means paint… and that voice will be … [Read more...]
NZ Abstract Artist Bee Doughty-Pratt’s Painting for Retiring Governor General
NZ Abstract Artist Creates Fantastic Farewell Gift For Governor General Sir Jerry Mateparae NZ Abstract Artist Bee Doughty-Pratt’s painting 'Fractured Light' was a farewell gift for Governor General, Sir Jerry Mateparae. Sir Jerry Mateparae, and his wife, Lady Janine Mateparae had this serene painting installed in their Kapiti home. NZ Abstract Artist Bee Doughty-Pratt painted 'Fractured Light' which was given to departing Govenor General Sir Jerry Mateparae, now if you are looking at this abstract painting and searching for meaning, reading the title(s) is always a good … [Read more...]