Artists Back to Basics

Artists Back to Basics is an entry level magazine for all artists. From setting up a studio to what easel to choose it’s a must for all artists. Featuring the latest in news, reviews and products from the art world as well as exhibition previews and reviews

The Keen Observer • This clever artist kindly shares his views of drawing, composition, photographs, colour and tone.

Nicholson Street, Carlton • The fabulous vivid colours bring this Melbourne city street scene alive.

“Background Treatments-part 1”

The Tangible Presence of Light • This gifted watercolour artist seeks to capture the inner spiritual light of every flower that she paints.

Tenderness • Amazing attention to detail creates this stunning flower.

Super Buyers Guide • Whether you are a keen amateur or an established artist, keeping your art supplies and learning tools up to date can make a world of difference to the quality of your work. A selection of your favourite art material suppliers are ready to assist you with useful products that are sure to enhance your next project. Find out what you can achieve with the right supplies and make this year the most creative and successful one yet!

It’s all about the Feeling • Ocean art is not so much about its technicalities but rather it’s all about the feeling of the sea.

Painting by Imagination • This piece is by imagination showing the iconic Mudjimba Island off Queensland’s Sunshine Coast by moonlight. The only reference used was just a small photograph I’d taken of the island some years ago.

Blue Wrens • By Ellen Lee Osterfield

“Background Treatments-part 2”

A Bond with the Bush • Broken Hill is home to this artist who comes from a typical mining family and speaks about her deep-seated love of all things ‘bush’.

Minka and Toby – Electus Parrots • The artist really enjoyed painting this picture, although there were moments of frustration when trying to do justice to the stunning beauty of the birds.

Manly Art Gallery & Museum • Nestled alongside the harbour at Sydney’s iconic beach suburb of Manly you’ll find this cultural hub, which began in 1930 after Manly Council supported the idea of a gallery as a cultural focus for the area.

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Don’t Turn The Lights Out • Painting The Kimberley Light