I have never done this before, and getting advice from a brother in law in South Africa does not make things that much easier. As you know, most artists, or many I am sure, do not have up to date technological or IT skills, but I will try my best!
I had hoped that my first day would at least include a photo of my newest painting, but it has been such a busy day doing my usual Tuesday volunteer work that I haven't even had the chance to clear some memory on the camera stick to take a photo.
It's all happening at the Centre For The Arts where I do my volunteer work in Perth, and I will make sure I post some photos next week. I will also make sure I give a bit of an update on the latest findings discovered at my art therapy course this weekend. Of course all names will be changed and you will be left wondering, is it me, or who could I have been referring to - a big question when you realize how similar we all are.
Thanks for reading my first day on "the 'blog'".
Have a wonderful evening,
Carmen.
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90 x 90cm - Acrylic on Canvas
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Acrylic on Canvas - 60 x 120cm
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INTRODUCTION
Hello ,
I am a Perth based visual artist, working mostly with acrylics and mixed mediums on canvas.
I am a Perth based visual artist, working mostly with acrylics and mixed mediums on canvas.
At the beginning of 2007 I decided to take a leap out of the corporate world and look to new horizons. Subsequently I studied and and recently graduated as a Transpersonal Art Therapist and through the process some door in my psyche which had silently shut many years ago burst open unleashing a flood of creative ideas and expressions from within.
In a sense my paintings are the story of my life. They contain symbols that represent my emotions, my memories, my fears and my triumphs. Occassionally my work leads me to a place I had not consciously intended to go, but when I reach that moment when "it's done" and sit in silent contemplation of a work like this, another piece of the puzzle that makes up me, is discovered.
Being creative affords me to fluctuate between the highs of the pieces I feel personal success with and the vulgar lows of those paintings that never allow me to down the brush as they battle to tell a story whose image I may subconsciously be fighting to reveal.
Please 'follow' this blog if you like my work and are keen to go on a creative journey with me.
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- "The Happy Eccentric" SOLD
- a pole and disgruntled artist.
- A totem
- abstract art
- Abstract Exploration - Carmen Cilliers
- Abstract Painting
- Another two head for Queensland...
- art awards
- cilliers
- Community Art
- Exploring Mixed Media...
- Filofax
- Full day painting workshops with artist.
- Inclings Of Oppulance
- Knowing when to stop "The Crowd".
- Kulcha
- Learning From A Child - A city retrospective.
- organise
- Perth
- pollock
- Prospecting - a glimpse into the goldmines of the unconscious.
- rothko
- Selling Art On The Net
- Tips for painting with acrylics.
- urban safari
- Victoria Park
5 comments:
It is passion that makes a great artist, and you have it by the truck load. I love your work but my favorites are the evening blossom and the happy eccentric. Do you paint animals? If so I would like to see those.
Hello,
Animals are something I haven't given a go. They all have so much character and I love them, but guess I just am not sure if I could do them the justice they deserve. I think I will paint one of my greyhound in the near future. I have it in mind though, that it will be pretty "kooky" like the "Happy Eccentric". I picture a painting of him darting across a night sky with wings - imagine the sight!
Thanks very much for your supportive feedback.
Carmen.
Carmen, I love your paintings. They are truly beautiful works of art - you really know how to capture a moment. I especially love 'Happy Eccentric'.
Hi Helen,
I am amazed at how popular this painting seems to be - I like it but I wasn't sure how others would feel about the colours. It's unfortunate that I photo I have uploaded distorts the proportions, but for now, it will just have to do!
Thanks for your encouraging feedback!
Carmen
I have always loved your paintings. I hope one day I will be able to own one of my own. Glad to see you are finally doing what you are so obviously talented and passionate about. I wish you every success in the future.
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