tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-148828662024-03-13T13:43:41.741-07:00Mellissa Read-DevinePainter and PrintmakerMellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.comBlogger243125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-61968336704919791052021-02-01T00:23:00.001-08:002021-02-01T00:23:50.570-08:00First exhibition for 2021 is warm and sunny<p> "Summer" is the first exhibition of the year that I am involved with.</p><p>Hosted by Lithgow's Gang Gang Gallery, is features a group of female artists each with a unique contribution to the show.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: geo-sans-light; font-size: 20px; text-align: justify;">HILARY SIMS, MELLISSA READ-DEVINE, </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: geo-sans-light; font-size: 20px; text-align: justify;">SANDY FULLERTON, ANJUM OLMO</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: geo-sans-light; font-size: 20px; text-align: justify;">The show runs from January 16 to February 14. for more details refer to <a href="https://gggallery.com.au/summer/" target="_blank">Gang Gang Gallery.</a></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-waaZ0qWDU-o/YBe29OMuEII/AAAAAAAACo8/zCoxog2oxHYnJ8vTHDMWB3cx6VfhZ7-gwCNcBGAsYHQ/s2048/Summer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1972" data-original-width="2048" height="616" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-waaZ0qWDU-o/YBe29OMuEII/AAAAAAAACo8/zCoxog2oxHYnJ8vTHDMWB3cx6VfhZ7-gwCNcBGAsYHQ/w640-h616/Summer.jpg" title="Summer at Gang Gang Gallery" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: left;"><b>WORKSHOP</b></p><p style="text-align: left;">I am also very pleased to be holding a couple of acrylic painting workshops in Lithgow. Come to the gallery for a day of painting bright and bold impressionist landscapes from your own (or mine) photos.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.stickytickets.com.au/7DREI" target="_blank">Saturday 6 March. </a></p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.stickytickets.com.au/7DREI" target="_blank">Thursday 11 March.</a></p><p style="text-align: left;">Click on the dates to be taken to booking site.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Xo5rJ_jyLE4/YBe48ejLnbI/AAAAAAAACpI/7G7XM6u-cu4UU7Gl4cmto8QrspEJjFMWwCNcBGAsYHQ/s2048/Acrylic%2Bpainting%2Bworkshop%2Bflyer%2Bhigh%2Bres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1447" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Xo5rJ_jyLE4/YBe48ejLnbI/AAAAAAAACpI/7G7XM6u-cu4UU7Gl4cmto8QrspEJjFMWwCNcBGAsYHQ/w452-h640/Acrylic%2Bpainting%2Bworkshop%2Bflyer%2Bhigh%2Bres.jpg" title="Acrylic painting workshop" width="452" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p>Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-35614229997714131932020-09-23T15:54:00.000-07:002020-09-23T15:54:09.455-07:00More about Me...<p> This self promotion business is a bit of a self indulgence isnt it. Terrifying actually; Like most performers, I am naturally a very shy person.</p><p>I was often labeled a 'snob' at school because I was so paintfully self concious, I wouldnt talk to anyone.</p><p>Anyway, getting older helps that greatly (my mum always told me that). And here I am on the other side of 50 finally caring less what others might think. (but I still have moments of retrospective terror).</p><p>Anyway. I was recently interviewed by a couple of people - Robin Hill of <a href="https://breathingcolours.com.au/">Breathing Colours Gallery,</a> and <a href="https://kristineballard.com/">Kristine Ballard</a>, a talented an respected professional.</p><p>Links are below.</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://kristineballard.com/art-interview-mellissa-read-devine/?fbclid=IwAR1BNOseD90sQvEsH_hCL2ZFP7hpVsmMzwo7fbmZIciavpuxlsv6QLTCnks" target="_blank">Arts Practice Interview with Kristine Ballard</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Video <a href="https://youtu.be/BIS_RhdeKN4" target="_blank">Interview with Breathing Colours</a></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-igZWQRVMxyM/X2vRp9XCv0I/AAAAAAAAClY/F7A2jlvcz3IAkLD78R6ZZPYok53vq9CIgCNcBGAsYHQ/s2048/painting%2Boutback.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1361" data-original-width="2048" height="272" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-igZWQRVMxyM/X2vRp9XCv0I/AAAAAAAAClY/F7A2jlvcz3IAkLD78R6ZZPYok53vq9CIgCNcBGAsYHQ/w408-h272/painting%2Boutback.jpg" width="408" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-4472734947140855952020-07-01T03:01:00.001-07:002020-07-01T03:01:12.151-07:00Introducing: The Second Half of the Year!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I think the slow part of the year is over dont you? The calendar is filling up again with workshops, exhibitions, social engagements etc etc. I think I will miss the "hibernation" of the last 3 months actually.<br />
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The Exhibition at Purple Noon Gallery went very well. I sold many works. How good is that? I am humbled and blessed.<br />
The gallery now has a lovely new exhibition which you can view <a href="https://purplenoongallery.com.au/" target="_blank">HERE</a><br />
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Museum Quality Prints</h3>
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I am so excited to be able to announce that I now have a series of prints available. I have thought long and hard about reproducing my paintings - after many requests, I have decided to offer a small selection.</div>
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Printed on 310gsm Canson Rag Paper, Printed with museum quality 12 pigment ink, and embossed with my signature as a mark of authenticity; these prints are a quality product that I will be happy to have myself, especially since most of the paintings have been sold.</div>
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Many good things to come in this Year of Wonders. Stay tuned!</div>
Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-29820012494803231652020-04-29T04:55:00.001-07:002020-04-29T04:55:09.213-07:00The Show Must Go On<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Despite the whole world in various stages of lockdown and isolation, we still must "carry on" with our lives as best we can.<br />
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I have been very lucky in the fact I can still paint in my studio, and my exhibition scheduled with Purple Noon Gallery, will still go ahead, although not in the traditional way.<br />
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Opening this Saturday 2 May - the paintings are on the wall - and the opening will be viewed on line via <a href="https://purplenoongallery.com.au/" target="_blank">Purple Noon Gallery</a>. If you are in Sydney, you can even make an appointment to visit the gallery.<br />
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If you would like a catalogue, please <a href="mailto:readdevine@aol.com" target="_blank">contact me</a> or the gallery.<br />
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-54254859602144243532020-02-23T21:55:00.002-08:002020-02-23T21:55:56.493-08:00First Show for 2020 <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
"Landline" at <a href="https://rochfortgallery.com/exhibitions/landline/artists" target="_blank">Rochfort Gallery</a> is a beautiful collection of landscape inspired works, each with their own unique approach to mark making.<br />
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Features myself,<br />
<a href="http://www.cocoelder.com.au/" target="_blank">Coco Elder</a>,<br />
<a href="http://leahthiessen.com.au/" target="_blank">Leah Thiessen</a>,<br />
<a href="https://www.joanneduffy.com.au/" target="_blank">Joanne Duffy</a>,<br />
<a href="http://www.danadion.com/" target="_blank">Dana Dion</a>,<br />
<a href="https://sallystokes.com.au/" target="_blank">Sally Stokes</a>,<br />
<a href="https://www.kenknight.com.au/" target="_blank">Ken Knight,</a><br />
<a href="http://www.jacquelinefowler.com.au/" target="_blank">Jaqueline Fowler</a>,<br />
<a href="https://thestallardgarage.com/" target="_blank">Phil Stallard,</a><br />
<a href="http://barbaragoldinartist.com/Home.html" target="_blank">Barbara Goldin</a>,<br />
<a href="https://www.suviramcdonald.com/" target="_blank">Suvira McDonald</a><br />
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The exhibition is on until March 29 2020<br />
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Culture Crash</h2>
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Threw myself into November with the opening of "Culture Crash" A joyful and bright exhibition of work by myself, Gabby Malpas, and John Klein. It explores our personal interpretation of new cultures becoming part of the Australian environment.<br />
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We have all had a marvellous time with the opening and artist talk being well attended and sponsored by <a href="https://www.younghenrys.com/age-gate" target="_blank">Young Henrys.</a> Also a big thankyou to <a href="https://claudiachanshaw.com/" target="_blank">Claudia Chan Shaw</a> for opening and a great radio interview at <a href="https://eastsidefm.org/" target="_blank">Eastside Radio</a><br />
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Back in Balmain</h2>
Straight After Culture Crash, it will be time for a Pop Up Show at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/balmainspace" target="_blank">The Balmain Space,</a> organised by <a href="https://www.breathingcolours.com.au/" target="_blank">Breathing Colours</a>. Exhibiting a small body of work with my very good friend and very very good artist <a href="http://juliesimmonsfineart.com/" target="_blank">Julie Simmons</a>; we are delighted to be exhibiting back in Balmain where we have made such a lot of new friends.<br />
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How exciting. I am part of a BIG group show being held by <a href="https://19karen.com.au/exhibitions/threesome-group-show/" target="_blank">19 Karen Contemporary Artspace</a> featuring a handpicked selection of artists from around the world.</div>
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My works are below and are available:</div>
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Have a lovely November.<br />
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-21468797049862551772019-09-26T23:24:00.005-07:002019-09-26T23:24:47.851-07:00More Daylight, More Work<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
One thing I like about the warmer months is that it is lighter later. Mind you, I work best first thing in the morning, so it is just as well it is lighter earlier as well. And much easier to get out of bed!<br />
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Term 4 at the Royal Art Society</h3>
And another school term has zoomed by. So it is time to think of the coming term for the end of the year. Starts the week of October 7 so if you want to learn about all things acrylic with me or another discipline with the other tutors, contact the Royal Art Society NSW <a href="http://www.royalart.com.au/art-school" target="_blank">HERE</a><br />
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Exhibitions Still On To Visit</h3>
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Still on until the end of this week (Monday 30 September) at Lithgow's <a href="https://gggallery.com.au/featured-artists/" target="_blank">Gang Gang Gallery</a> featuring a group show with Yaja Hadrys, Mellissa Read-Devine, Mark Powell, Ray Harrington, Jane Canfield and Nadege Lamy</div>
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I was most honoured to receive a Highly Commended in the award for "Eorthe"</div>
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I have a large painting in this showcase of Hawkesbury Community Arts Groups being showcased at the <a href="https://www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au/gallery/exhibitions/exhibitions/2019-exhibitions/hawkesbury-art-fair-2020" target="_blank">Hawkesbury Regional Gallery</a>. 13 September - 13 October</div>
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Group Show at the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ferryartists/?rf=191549244290393" target="_blank">Ferry Artists Gallery</a>, Wisemans Ferry. On until the end of October.</div>
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I have been selected as a finalist in the George River Art Prize - this exhibition will be at the Hurstville Regional Gallery 26 October - 30 January</div>
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Next Exhibition Coming Soon</h3>
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Fellow artists Gabby Malpas, John Klein and myself have been working very hard on this show - gonna be fabulous!</div>
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My next workshop will be at <a href="https://www.artest.com.au/course/AdultPaintingBirdsReadDevine" target="_blank">Art Est</a>, Leichardt 17 November. Come and paint "Beautiful Birds"!</div>
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-9856339227373389292019-07-18T22:53:00.002-07:002019-07-18T22:53:55.046-07:00Winter Sunshine<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Even though its very dry, I am enjoying the glorious weather here in Sydney.<br />
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I met my Royal Art Society class at Balls Head Reserve the other day, and it was so very nice.<br />
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Although I am originally a Melbourne Girl, I must say I love Sydney and it's harbour. It is a jewel.<br />
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<b>Term 3</b> will be starting at the Royal Art Society next week, so if you want to learn all things acrylic with me or another discipline with out other tutors. Contact details are <a href="http://www.royalart.com.au/art-school" target="_blank">HERE</a></h3>
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<br />If one day workshops are more your thing - <b><a href="https://www.artest.com.au/course/AdultAcrylicPaintingBigLandscape" target="_blank">Art Est</a></b> in Leichardt will be hosting a Large Landscape workshop with me on Sunday 4 August</h3>
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I am still sorting out works for this one - nothing like last minute - my studio is full of colourful trees and rock canvasses and Im thinking I should add a bird or two.<br />
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Hawkesbury Artists and Artisans Trail Open Studio Weekend</h2>
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24 - 25 August<br />Once again I will be at <a href="http://littleriverartstudios.com.au/haat-open-studio-weekend-24th-25th-august/" target="_blank">Little River Art Studios</a> - demonstrating on the Saturday. Come and see the beautiful studio of Jeanette Starr, meet some artists, look at some great art, have a cuppa and then move on to another local studio in the area</h4>
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-14795612592811964682019-06-12T03:34:00.000-07:002019-06-12T03:34:30.776-07:00June Joy<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I have just returned from a marvelous two weeks in Portugal with fellow artist and very good friend <a href="http://juliesimmonsfineart.com/" target="_blank">Julie Simmons</a>. Travelling from Lisbon to the Algarve to Porto it was an inspiring, busy yet relaxing time.<br />
Fellow Australians <a href="https://petergriffen.com/" target="_blank">Peter Griffen</a> and <a href="http://www.deniselithgow.com/" target="_blank">Denise Lithgow</a> were tutors with <a href="https://www.artinthealgarve.com/" target="_blank">www.artinthealgarve.com </a>and I recommend both tutors and venue highly.<br />
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Walk and Talk</h3>
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This is the last week for "Land Rhythms" at <a href="https://rochfortgallery.com/" target="_blank">Rochfort Gallery</a> - I will be giving an artist talk on the Sunday at 11am - I'll have a chat about my arts practice and give an insight into my artistic vision.<br />
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-83001732861270344642019-04-08T00:04:00.002-07:002019-04-08T00:04:13.203-07:00Art in April<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I've been very forgetful lately - sending the wrong photos to gallery submissions, confusion over what paintings are available and in what gallery, forgetting to deliver paintings to a show. If I actually looked in my diary every other day - I would not have this problem.<br />
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I like to think of myself as organised - I keep a spreadsheet of paintings - where they are, where they've been, where they sold. I try and keep a photo file of all works and have recently been getting work professionally digitised for future projects. A folder is currently updated with future exhibition and competition information.<br />
But these things fall flat of course if I dont diligently check, update and look at the diary regularly!<br />
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There are a few things happening this month.<br />
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The <a href="https://www.eastershow.com.au/" target="_blank">Sydney Royal Easter Show</a> 12 - 24 April is a highlight in my year - the inner child loves an agricultural show - and this one has a brilliant arts and crafts display. Preview night is always fun to catch up with other artist friends.<br />
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This year I will again be demonstrating my painting style at the <a href="http://www.derivan.com.au/" target="_blank">Derivan</a> Stand (Saturday 13 & 20 April) so if you are about come say hi.<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">"Seeing/Being - 6 Hawkesbury Artists" is a show at my local gallery <a href="http://purplenoongallery.com.au/" target="_blank">Purple Noon Gallery</a> - it is showcasing six Hawkesbury Artists <span style="font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, system-ui, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">and opening on Thursday 18th April (viewing from the 13th)... and opened by the very excellent Dan Kyle. Featuring Greg Hansell! ,Matilda Julian, Judy Brownlie, Julie Simmons, Russell Smith and myself.</span></span></div>
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<br />For a special Mother's Day Promotion I will be demonstrating painting flowers at <a href="https://www.chatswoodchasesydney.com.au/" target="_blank">Chatswood Chase Shopping Centre.</a> To get a seat, I suggest you book (free) through their <a href="https://www.chatswoodchasesydney.com.au/whats-on/my-inspiration-with-mellissa-read-devine/" target="_blank">system</a>.<div>
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And to keep you posted - I am once again honoured to be included in the next group exhibition at <a href="https://rochfortgallery.com/" target="_blank">Rochfort Gallery</a>, North Sydney</div>
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-39957391209500671282019-02-04T16:10:00.000-08:002019-02-04T16:10:15.625-08:00Best of 2018 - Results are in!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Thankyou to those who took part in my poll where I was interested to know YOUR favourite works that I created in 2018.<br />
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Here they are - in order of popularity:<br />
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<b>"Hillside 32"</b></h3>
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<b>"Postiche"</b></h3>
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<b>"Cornelia"</b></h3>
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<b>"The Afternoon Slipped Away"</b></h3>
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Most interesting that they were all landscapes - many florals were painting in 2018 also, and popular with sales; but my love of local Hawkesbury landscape must show through.</div>
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-79359519948758623072019-01-28T21:05:00.001-08:002019-01-28T21:05:19.178-08:00Hanging Out With Creatives<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Last weekend I had a very busy and enjoyable time visiting other artists in their shows/studios/social gatherings.<br />
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I dont usually get the chance to do this as I live a fair way away from most events and I work in the family business when Im not teaching or painting alone in the studio.<br />
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It reminded me how nice it is to spend time with creatives, theres usually a shared camaraderie and a touch of "madness" thrown in for good measure. <br />
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There is also the fact that your presence is very much appreciated at events such as open exhibitions.<br />
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And you can make and be with some very good friends who can "speak your language".<br />
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-55306168920459480822019-01-13T20:17:00.005-08:002019-01-13T20:17:58.623-08:00Starting the Year with a celebration of 2018<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Every year I compile a page with most of the works I have created in the previous year. In 2018 thats over 744 completed paintings and prints.<br />
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This is usually the best way to see a large body of my work in one place - I also give and encourage the opportunity for you to choose your favourites.<br />
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I am sorry it may be a little small on a phone screen - I have yet to properly work out how to optimise for small devices correctly.<br />
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Thankyou in advance. I plan to put the results up in February.<br />
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In the meantime here is my first painting for 2019.<br />
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As yet untitled and still on the easel in case I decide it needs more work, it is of a local view in the Hawkesbury area I can walk to when I'm feeling fit. (About an hour and half round trip).<br />
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-17364347292181849992018-12-23T17:22:00.000-08:002018-12-23T17:22:32.208-08:00Christmas Eve and All is Well (well despite Internet lowlifes)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Monday morning - also Christmas Eve, i am delighted to be on holidays. Just lying around considering whether to spend time in the studio or indulge in sloth.<br />
Get a message from a friend asking me why I have deleted my Instagram Account.<br />
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PANIC!! I jump out of bed and spend the rest of the morning sending emails, codes, photos, etc to the required authorities. And Ive only just settled down. @readdevine still isnt reactivated but Im hoping I can prove I am me after the holiday downtime. Sigh. I had someone changing my instagram email address and username the other week, and after changing EVERY password and app access I ever knew I thought I was in the clear. It seems not so.<br />
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So the moral of the story is - well Im not sure - change your passwords, yes. Get as much security you can (Insta security protocols dont really seem that secure - there are so many more checks via Facebook - and I thought they were owned by FB?) Handy to have a picture of your own face in your Insta feed so you can prove who you are. Listen to your friends. And be a friend if you see weird stuff happening on their pages.<br />
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I have an emergency insta account that is my full name without the hyphen, if I have to stick with that, it will fill up with images soon enough. Sad if I lose my several thousand followers though.<br />
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Peace and Forgiveness....<br />
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Time for another mince pie.<br />
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Oh and picture time! Here is a recent painting I completed. Acrylic on Canvas 92cm x 76cm I have called it "Adornment" as all those bush flowers really are decorating the rock wall big time.<br />
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Have a blessed Christmas Season no matter how and if you celebrate it.<br />
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-39560880476882605292018-12-17T21:07:00.001-08:002018-12-17T21:07:51.169-08:00Its Nearly 2019 and I'm back on the Blog!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
First of all, if you are reading this, then thankyou!<br />
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In this busy internet world of ours I have thought the Blog obsolete, but I realise it is still a very good platform that I can share with you my works, my thoughts and my painting tips. Yes Social Media is pretty awesome - but so fleeting, and hard to come back to when you are looking for information.<br />
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So, an early New Years Resolution to Bring Back the Blog.<br />
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Here is my latest painting <b>"Beyond the Blue Hills"</b>, </div>
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Acrylic on Canvas, Framed, 95cm square.</div>
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Inspired by a walk in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney. </div>
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Soon to arrive at <a href="https://19karen.com.au/artists/mellissa-read-devine/" target="_blank">19 Karen Contemporary Artspace</a>, Gold Coast. Enquiries most welcome.</div>
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-20540219359398780502017-06-22T02:41:00.002-07:002017-06-22T02:41:44.292-07:00What's on the Easel<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Apart from a large landscape to finish (joining others to go to a July exhibition); my main focus is FLORALS. Some new work for Purple Noon Gallery, and a series of works destined for 19 Karen Contemporary Artspace in September.<br />
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-62257699948704083012016-11-10T03:06:00.002-08:002016-11-10T03:14:27.798-08:00Looking Back, Looking Forward<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Another exhibition date looms over the horizon - actually the opening is next week so the work is just about done. But before I formally invite you, let me tell you a story behind one of the paintings in the show.<br />
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I wanted to paint a work that would sit well with a floral painting that I had completed some time before. I am currently exploring a new direction incorporating enigmatic portraits in my contemporary style. The floral painting is of the boronia flower, a genus of about 160 plants all endemic to Australia, so named after a young assistant botanist named Francesco Borone.<br />
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The best account I have found comes from the words of <a href="http://ianfrasertalkingnaturally.blogspot.com.au/2012/11/on-this-day-1-november-francesco.html" target="_blank">Ian Fraser</a>, click on his name to follow his blog<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: purple;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;">On 1 November 1794, in Athens, a very talented young field botanist met a tragic death; furthermore it was a death that has become enveloped in mythology and mystery. His name was Francesco Borone, and he was the proteg</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;">é of the great English patron of botany, Sir James Smith. Four years later Smith fulfilled a promise he made on hearing of Borone's death, and named a genus of very beautiful Australian shrubs for him; the flowering of <i>Boronia </i>is one of the highlights of spring in many parts of southern Australia.</span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Originally employed by Smith as a domestic servant, Borone soon showed his interest and intelligence and became a valued botanical field assistant. With Smith's recommendation, he accompanied the eminent Swedish botanist Adam Azelius to Sierra Leone then, fatefully, went with the great John Sibthorp to Greece to collect for the monumental <i>Flora Graecae</i>. Recovering from a bout of fever (which may have been something he picked up in west Africa) he appears to have sleep-walked out of a narrow hotel bedroom window high above the street. It sounds an odd tale, but we have Sibthorp's direct account in a letter written the same day to Smith. Unless Sibthorp and at least two assistants and companions of Borone were in some strange conspiracy - and there is no reason to suppose such a thing - the bizarre accident seems to have been just that. (Sibthorp also speculated that it was possible that Borone had mistaken the window; he was used to stepping out of the one across the room to walk on the hotel terrace.)</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">More versions of his death evolved to touch the imaginations of the tender hearted. But this one is deemed the correct one.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Boronia, a sweet flower, A lovely tribute.</span><br />
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If you are in Sydney, you are invited to an exhibition of mine and fellow artist Julie Simmons' works.<br />
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Held at the <a href="http://2danksstreet.com.au/galleries/the-depot-gallery/" target="_blank">Depot Gallery</a>, 2 Danks Street Waterloo for 2 weeks. opens 15 November.<br />
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If you cant make the show and are interested in viewing the work please send me an <a href="mailto:readdevine@aol.com" target="_blank">email</a> and we will send you a catalogue.<br />
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-90302078448580278112016-09-28T04:11:00.001-07:002016-09-28T04:11:17.697-07:00Spring SunshineThought I'd start the blog with a nice title. Nothing to do with the content. Sorry.<div>September has been a blur for me in retrospect, I've been kept pretty busy with family matters and have interspersed these moments with bursts of frenzied art making.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QQerXRurFXc/V-ulR1GKkRI/AAAAAAAACTs/cQ9fwpghAuc/s640/blogger-image-547367888.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QQerXRurFXc/V-ulR1GKkRI/AAAAAAAACTs/cQ9fwpghAuc/s640/blogger-image-547367888.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div><div><div>Pictured is a commission finished recently and delivered today "The Sound of Jubilee", 92cm X 106cm, acrylic on canvas. Not the best photo, but it suits the season don't you think?</div></div></div><div><br></div><div>I am feeling pretty excited about future projects coming up - just as well. I counted no less than FIVE rejections from major shows this month. 3 shows of which I've been a finalist in the past. </div><div><br></div><div>Ah well. <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Move on. </span></div><div><br></div><div>I did win a 1st prize at the Orange Blossom Art Awards Castle Hill (and a highly commended, and commended). And sales are happening regularly, so I have no right to complain. Certainly doesn't stop me from entering - the competition is of high quality and there's a lot of brilliance out there, which will make it all the sweeter next time I "get in".</div><div><br></div><div>Yes, move on.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2nXf-GwGFYQ/V-ulVNJfFYI/AAAAAAAACTw/sGVjDpSLzTo/s640/blogger-image--1204863571.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2nXf-GwGFYQ/V-ulVNJfFYI/AAAAAAAACTw/sGVjDpSLzTo/s640/blogger-image--1204863571.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>pictured above "Guardian of My Heart" 76cm square acrylic on canvas.</div><div><br></div><div>I also have been printmaking again. I will be one of the artists representing The Hawkesbury Printmakers" in a Community Group show at the Regional Gallery later in the year, so I thought I'd better oil up the press and get to work.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LPRbUL7Fdk4/V-ulKxDM75I/AAAAAAAACTk/fAKPDaUgHLY/s640/blogger-image-1654361110.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LPRbUL7Fdk4/V-ulKxDM75I/AAAAAAAACTk/fAKPDaUgHLY/s640/blogger-image-1654361110.jpg"></a> <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-uZfqXnA5hxw/V-ulOCPogGI/AAAAAAAACTo/ubnMHTosvdQ/s640/blogger-image-27084193.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-uZfqXnA5hxw/V-ulOCPogGI/AAAAAAAACTo/ubnMHTosvdQ/s640/blogger-image-27084193.jpg"></a></div></div><br></div><div>Today I also booked a solo show in Sydney next year that will be all printmaking - the first time I've done that. That's exciting.</div><div><br></div><div>Anyhow, I'm going to try and get up early tomorrow and paint so signing off.</div><div>Cheers.</div>Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-49469764298664625902016-08-25T23:19:00.000-07:002016-08-25T23:19:40.398-07:00Living Dangerously<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Well, I am living on the edge. I have taken to setting up the easel in the loungeroom and paint in constant danger of dogs, cats and personal knocks of paint, palette, water and canvas onto carpet.<br />
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Reason for this madness? I am cold, I like the company of fellow humans, I am closer to the kettle.<br />
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Unfortunately, (or fortunately?) I cannot bring the larger canvasses up the hill into the house, so I have been a little lax in finishing important commissions and works for upcoming competitions.<br />
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This week Springwood Art Show opens, and I am exhibiting two brand new works:</div>
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For details on the show open just for this weekend see the <a href="http://www.springwoodartshow.org.au/" target="_blank">LINK</a></div>
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Next week, the <a href="http://www.royalart.com.au/exhibitions-1/" target="_blank">The Royal Art Society</a> will be having their annual Spring exhibition. Opens Friday 2nd September.</div>
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The week after <a href="http://www.thehills.nsw.gov.au/Upcoming-Events-Activities/Orange-Blossom-Festival-Annual-Art-Awards" target="_blank">The Orange Blossom Festival Annual Art Awards</a> opens in Castle Hill.</div>
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-30305631797124703042016-07-20T23:58:00.002-07:002016-07-20T23:58:55.011-07:00Start Spinning Those Plates<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
My mind is very full at moment, I have a few extra things in my life to think about and the arts business has filled up my dance card also. All is fabulous, so I shall enjoy the ride...<br />
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Not one but 2 notifications came in recently! I am a finalist in the <a href="http://www.redrockarts.com.au/corangamarah-art-prize.html" target="_blank">Corangamarah Art Prize</a> with "The Bush, My Lover"<br />
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and a finalist in the <a href="http://www.stpats.vic.edu.au/en/students-parents-staff/music-and-performing-arts/flanagan-art-exhibition/" target="_blank">Flanagan Art Prize</a> with "This Summer Zone".<br />
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I visited an exhibition opening at <a href="http://purplenoongallery.com.au/" target="_blank">Purple Noon Gallery</a>. "Memories of Seasons Past" Wonderful textiles by Tony Meskauskas and delightful collagraphs by one of my favourite printmaker - painters <a href="http://madeleineszymanski.com/" target="_blank">Madelaine Szymanski</a>.<br />
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An acrylics workshop at <a href="http://www.castlehillartsociety.org.au/" target="_blank">Castle Hill Art Society</a> kept me so busy that I was unable to take a photo. You will have to imagine the lovely pieces being created.<br />
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<a href="http://ourkas.com.au/" target="_blank">Ku-Ring-Gai Art Society</a> show was hung this week and I was honoured to be asked to co - judge the exhibition along with renowned artist <a href="http://www.kaseysealy.com.au/" target="_blank">Kasey Sealy</a>. What a great space to hang paintings - the ramp to the different levels at St.Ives Shopping Village has been refurbished and lit and there are about 280 paintings to see.<br />
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<a href="http://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/hunter/hunter-valley/singleton/events/the-coal-and-allied-singleton-art-prize" target="_blank">Singleton Art Prize</a> 22 - 26 July</div>
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Acrylics Demonstration, <a href="http://www.bankstownartsoc.com.au/calendar.htm" target="_blank">Bankstown Art Society</a> Friday 29 July</div>
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-70851892988620701212016-07-04T23:43:00.000-07:002016-07-04T23:44:56.921-07:00Slow and Steady<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I haven't picked up all of my work from <a href="http://purplenoongallery.com.au/" target="_blank">Purple Noon Gallery</a> yet, but I must say I am very happy with the outcome of the exhibition "Kaleidoscope".<br />
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Happiness comes in several forms for a working artist. Three key ones for me are: SALES - yes I had sales enough to pay the bills and more besides. EXPOSURE - yes good publicity was generated and I had visitors throughout the exhibition, PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT - I produced new work and am excited at the direction I might take in the future, and the show looked fabulous. Another element I look for is - OPPORTUNITY FOR FUTURE INCOME. Happy to say that was covered as well, I have some commissions, and have booked in a couple more exhibitions in the next 12 months.<br />
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So, post exhibition I should have cleaned up my studio, evaluated old works and made some sort of plan for the future. I have done some planning.... but my studio is in a woeful state of disarray. My usual procedure is to clean a space before I start a new project/canvas so I had better keep with that!<br />
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Took a day trip up to Terrigal last week and left some new work with <a href="http://www.kabgallery.com.au/" target="_blank">KAB Gallery</a>. I look forward to similar expeditions up the the Gold Coast and down to Melbourne in the next few months. Always nice to visit the galleries that I am a part of.<br />
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My PLAN for the coming 8 months is to finish at least one painting a week. So glad we are on the other side of the winter solstice. I need every extra minute of daylight I can get!<br />
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<b>TERM 3 at The Royal Art School</b>, Lavender Bay North Sydney starts next week. <a href="http://static1.squarespace.com/static/56a5a60da976afaceba58a3c/t/5770b1bdb8a79bc1087f0c84/1467003326515/3rd+term+2016+enrolment+form.pdf" target="_blank">Heres some information</a><br />
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The Camberwell Art Show celebrates 51 years as one of Australia’s leading art events for established and emerging artists.</div>
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Regular opening 9-17 July 2016.</div>
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Venue: Swinburne University Advanced Technologies Centre, 427 Burwood Road, Hawthorn 3122.</div>
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<b>One Day Workshop (with me!)</b>, Castle Hill 17 July</div>
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Im not sure what spaces are left, should be a fun day. <a href="http://www.castlehillartsociety.org.au/workshops.html" target="_blank">Contact Details</a></div>
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-69529825176719851612016-06-15T21:31:00.002-07:002016-06-15T21:31:45.776-07:00Winter Sunshine<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I had to title today's blog that. I've been spending this morning standing on top of a cliff painting a local view of the Hawkesbury River - as yet unfinished, so you wont be seeing it here yet. But I'll give you a glimpse of the view.<br />
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Two works completed since I last wrote a blog. Must be slacking off... Na, not really - I have some commissions to work on and I have been distracted by teaching mixed media with acrylics in my Wednesday Class at the <a href="http://www.royalart.com.au/" target="_blank">Royal Art Society</a>. Charcoal, collage, monotype, fun fun fun!<br />
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Visited a fellow artist's show at <a href="http://www.artshinegallery.com.au/" target="_blank">ArtSHINE Gallery</a> last week. <a href="http://kristineballard.com/" target="_blank">Kristine Ballard</a>'s "Paradise". Wonderful colour and a jolly good opening too!</div>
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I have recently not had work accepted into some juried artshows/prizes. This is a common occurrence. Thankfully, being accepted into juried artshows/prizes also happens, so I am quite happy about that.<br />
I have been listening to other artists complain bitterly, wail and gnash their teeth etc etc. about the unfairness of it all and why oh why did they not get chosen etc.<br />
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But here in Australia they are usually a competition are they not? Which means <i><b>only 1 person gets to win 1st Prize (or a finite number get to be a finalist).</b></i><br />
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So many reasons I can think of that the entry in question didnt get in (both good and bad). Assuming the art submitted was any good; how about pure logistics. Several hundred entries and only room to hang 50? Too many of the same style/theme and the curators wanted to hang a balanced show. The judges had different tastes and standards. I know there are some dodgy shows out there and sometimes you need to be "known" to get in; but its not worth exploring that. I personally think that there are just so many artists out there and are brave/good/deluded/rich etc. enough to enter. So many fabulous artists I know of <i>dont </i>enter shows either, for various reasons. Often the rejection is so heartfelt it demoralises.<br />
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"What about all that entry money?" some may ask. I'm pretty sure its expensive to run a show, I doubt much profit is being made. But if it is - well, you paid it for the opportunity to have your work seen (even for a few seconds?) and for a possible inclusion in a show. Ha, you might even call it gambling in a way - Id prefer not to call it that - more like a ticket to a roller coaster that can lift you up to artist bliss or dump you down into the depths of despair..<br />
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Dont lament and fall prostrate into a bed of chocolate (well maybe just a little to make yourself feel better); pick yourself up and keep creating, learning, improving. Never copy the winners work thinking it will make you a winner, dont compare your work to others (unless its to improve yourself), dont get angry.<br />
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This week I've had a few quiet moments of rest, some celebratory jumping up and down and have been given back some of my energy to the Creative World, teaching painting workshops over the weekend.<br />
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<a href="http://purplenoongallery.com.au/2016/05/kaleidoscope-recent-paintings-by-mellissa-read-devine/" target="_blank">"Kaleidoscope"</a> opened to great success. Success as in many people came to the opening and have been visiting the gallery since; and also in painting sales - I have sold several large pieces so far and I can breathe a sigh of relief that I can pay back my framers and associated costs!<br />
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Last weekend was the <a href="http://combinedartsocieties.com/" target="_blank">Combined Art Societies of Sydney</a> workshop weekend "Art in Action" held at Merroo in Kurrajong. I started the 3 day weekend by setting up an ambitious still life, finishing up with landscapes on the Sunday. I know<i> I</i> was pleased with what the students were doing, so I hope they were too!<br />
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Teaching can be both hard work and rewarding. I think I learn something new every lesson which is a bonus, and my brain is working overtime trying to bring out the best in what each student is capable of. So I definitely slept well Sunday night.<br />
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And best news of all (thanks God!), I won Best In Show at the <a href="http://www.inspiredartexhibition.com/" target="_blank">Hunter Valley Grammar School "Inspired" </a>for my "Puparazzi".<br />
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-91576371758757426562016-05-05T04:03:00.003-07:002016-05-05T04:08:58.645-07:00Showtime<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I have now delivered the last of my paintings to Purple Noon Gallery, and I am close to feeling the exhaustion and brain fog that usually follows the end of such a big project.<br />
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But not just yet! (Well, the rest of today was a bit of a write off), I have an exhibition to attend!<br />
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The Opening of "Kaleidoscope" will take place on Saturday 7th May at 6m. The exhibition is on as of now, and the gallery is open Wednesdays through to Sundays. For more details see <a href="http://purplenoongallery.com.au/" target="_blank">Purple Noon's website</a>, My show will run through the month of May until the next exhibition opens - the date hasn't been set as yet.<br />
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I will be there on Sundays as ''Artist in Residence'; ready to show you around, give impromptu artist soliloquys, maybe have a painting in progress to show you some of my methods.<br />
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So, I might take the rest of the week off - that being Friday.<br />
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Saturday morning I'll be cutting lino for the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/printdayinmay" target="_blank">International Print Day in May</a>. And on Sunday - I might work on some long overdue commissions.<br />
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Mellissa Read-Devinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960037849932897559noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14882866.post-51235372085799380962016-04-25T03:12:00.003-07:002016-04-25T03:12:47.946-07:00Lots of Lovely Painting<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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What a marvelous weekend - <a href="http://haat.com.au/" target="_blank">The Hawkesbury Artists and Artisans Trail</a> was on and I was "'in residence" at Jeanette Starr's <a href="http://littleriverartstudios.com.au/" target="_blank">Little River Artist Studios</a>. Lots of lovely people to talk to, and I hope to have a date or two of coming workshops there in the future.<br />
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I have had some successes, at the Hawkesbury Agricultural Show I recieved a 1st Prize for Drawing, and a Third and 2 Highly Commendeds for other sections. I also found out I am shortlisted in the <a href="https://www.unisa.edu.au/Business-community/Samstag-Museum/Fleurieu-Art-Prize/Food--Wine-Prize/" target="_blank">Fleurieu Food & Wine Art Prize</a> for ''Repast''.<br />
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Term 2 started again at The Royal Art Society Art School, where I am teaching acrylic painting. If you are quick you can still enrol (For more info on coming classes and workshops click <a href="http://www.readdevine.com/workshops.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>).<br />
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I gave a demonstration for the <a href="http://www.stgeorgeartsociety.com.au/" target="_blank">St.George Art Society</a>, which apart from being a great night with great people, gave me the opportunity to start another couple of paintings! (My favourite stage of a work).<br />
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What I am most excited about is my coming show at<a href="http://purplenoongallery.com.au/" target="_blank"> Purple Noon Art Gallery</a>. Less than two weeks to go until the opening, and I still have a possible 5 more paintings I would like to finish for possible inclusion. We shall see...<br />
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