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

My Art is my Passion! • Owning a gallery and painting every day, this artist loves to experiment and push the watercolour medium to the limit.

King Kookaburra • Using just one brush, the artist creates a fabulous homage to the king of the Australian bush.

“In the Frame- part 1”

On the farm

The People’s Choice • Happiest when her subject is complicated, detailed and absorbing, this artist favours glazing, detail and precision.

Indulgence • Never before have strawberries looked so plump and delicious!

Camera Buyers Guide

Art Chose Me • “Will I die famous? Probably not, but I will definitely die happy and fulfilled – art is my way of adding happiness to the world.”

Woburn Abbey’s Fiery Passion • This painted image captures Mother Nature at her perfect best.

Which Colours Should I Use • A simple approach to colours

Its the Interpretation that makes it work • Starting to draw and paint early in life sets you on a journey of discovery. Travel with Wayne as he finds his path.

Where the Waters Flow • I choose an image with a personal appeal. In this case I took a photo a few years ago on a visit to the South Island, New Zealand. I like the way the water twists and swerves around the rocks.

“In the Frame- part 2”

Art Gallery of Ballarat • The fabulous Art Gallery of Ballarat, Victoria, was founded in 1884 by a group of local citizens passionate about the need for an art gallery to improve the culture of Ballarat, a rough, working city during the goldfields era.

Making a good impression