If you’ve ever heard of “happy little trees” or “happy clouds” then you’ve probably heard of Bob Ross, the iconic painter who brought the joy of painting to millions of …
When I was a university student, I rented a bunkhouse from a ceramics instructor in town. He had established himself in the art community as one of the best potters …
In the past, artists and art collectors tended to find each other by happenstance. Most artists only gained true fame years, sometimes decades after their death. Collectors had to fight …
Everyone loves passionate artists, particularly those who are not afraid to take on risks for the sake of art. When it comes to taking risks, artists may not be in …
Ian McLean, University of Wollongong The names of Indigenous artists are often as revealing as the names of their paintings. Traditionally Indigenous people accumulate names, beginning with names of places …