I really fancy the idea of being stranded on an island for a little while - not too long, just for a while, i think it would be lovely to have to learn how to survive and rely purely on nature...hmmmm, oh well back to city life for me.
Welcome. My drawings and paintings are an intimate connecting between beauty and strength in nature.
I work from observation, in my home studio, in a variety of mediums. Often the subject matter is feminine and tender, which I capture with intense colour and bold marks. I apply paint in broad brush strokes, building texture and layers in my paintings. The Protea is often central in my work. This robust plant is native to South Africa and thrives in Australia. I was born in South Africa in 1973 and immigrated to Melbourne, Australia, in 2007. I studied commercial art and design in Cape Town, which led to a career as an art director in advertising in London. I have travelled extensively in Europe and Asia. My career as a freelance illustrator started in Melbourne in 2008 when I chose to work for myself from home around my children and family.
My illustration work has been published and produced in Australia and internationally. I have developed my painting and drawing practise through various art courses and have been fortunate enough to exhibit my work in Melbourne. I am currently studying a Bachelor of Art at the University of Victoria, majoring in sociology.
12 comments:
Exquisite piece Paula. Love your style!
It's a romantic illustration!
Oh this looks nice, I think I might like to go there too, just for a little while of course.
Beautiful... your line work is excellent, I really like it, just as your colours. The atmosphere is magical. :)
lovely drawing.
oooh... nice! I love those patterns that form the island and the waves too! Excellent. :)
Very nice piece! i love it
Your use of curved lines & the colors you selected give your island great tranquility - beautiful work!
Such delicate jewel!
very pretty!
Another fabulous piece with a real sense of whimsy, you have such a delicate touch. Delightful.
Thats what we are working towards darling sis!
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