L' Amour

L’Amour: A Meditation in Color and Form. This painting began as a study in geometry and light, but quickly evolved into something more intimate. L’Amour, French for “Love”, is a pyramid of ten colored cubes, stacked with quiet intention. Each layer builds upon the last, forming a structure that is both stable and vulnerable. The composition is simple, yet symbolic because love, too, is constructed over time, shaped by contrast, balance, and care. I chose a restrained background to let the cubes speak for themselves. Their colors, soft blues, warm pinks, deep purples, and quiet neutrals, suggest emotional nuances rather than overt symbolism. The lighting, gentle and directional, casts subtle shadows that ground the cubes in space and evoke a sense of calm. The inscription “L’Amour xx” nestled within the central cube is a whisper, not a declaration. It’s a reminder that love is often found in the quiet center of things, in the balance between structure and spontaneity, between clarity and mystery. This piece was meditative to paint. I found joy in the process, in the layering of oil, the shaping of edges and the slow emergence of form. It challenged me technically, but more importantly, it invited reflection.

Golden Harvest

Behind "Golden Harvest": I began this alla prima oil painting on Friday morning at the Adelaide Art Society. My aim was to soften the apple’s edges and blend them seamlessly into the dark background. Inspired by Paul Foxton’s brilliant YouTube demonstration, I hope to have achieved that effect. I also hope Golden Harvest resonates with you, celebrating simplicity and the beauty in everyday objects. A big thank you to Paul for the reference photo and his excellent teaching skills!

Citrus Serenity

This latest oil painting has been a true joy to create. Some works, like this one, seem to flow effortlessly, with every brushstroke coming together harmoniously in the end. The real challenge for me was capturing the blue rim around the bowl with precision. I hope this piece evokes a sense of calm and reflection for you, as it did for me while painting it.

Mandarins (painting progress...)

This is the 2nd layer with colours for the bowl and 1st layer for the mandarins. I am trying to keep the chroma as high as I can for those mandarins.

This is the 1st layer with colours for the bowl.

Mandarins

Started a new oil painting. I have used raw umber with some titanium white. I am looking forward to painting those manderins!

Antique Bloom

Painting alla prima has always posed a significant challenge for me. During my trip to France last March, I enrolled in Paul Foxton’s online Art School, where I discovered a wealth of knowledge under the guidance of this exceptional artist and teacher. The experience has been deeply rewarding, enhancing my skills considerably. Despite my efforts, I find it difficult to paint with a loose style, even when I attempt to do so. As an artist, I naturally gravitate toward realism and intricate details, a preference that feels instinctive and brings me great joy. In this painting, I hope you'll feel a hint of nostalgia and quiet grace, or the delicate balance between fragility and enduring charm.

Horizon's Call

I love this painting. It vividly reminds me of my childhood, a time when I was always eager and ready for an adventure with the boundless wonders of mother nature. The image of the little boy running into the sea stires a longing within me, wishing I could somehow step back into those carefree days and be that child once again. A big thank you to my dear friend Jill, who graciously gave me permission to use her beautiful photograph as the inspiration for this artwork.