Showing posts with label Art. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Art. Show all posts
Monday, 10 February 2014
Friday, 10 January 2014
Jom, let's get back on track!
In the last 3 years, I was busy organising & assisting in craft & artistic ventures, i soon found that i was just a bystander while others have moved up and increased their skills while enjoying themselves immensely.
This year, as the guild is more stable, with a good team in-charge, i am gonna immerse myself in all the crafts that i loved but have set aside. I started slow by making more than twenty 4-strand macrame bracelets for frens during Xmas. Small & quick projects to get the energy and passion flowing.
Then I asked Ben Toh whether i could run a Macrame workshop at D7 SEED - Sentul East Design Centre. So I've been brushing up on my macrame skills and sourcing and testing out suitable strings & yarn. Next on my re-entry plan is try out Macrame stone wrapping. It is part of Art Jamming session.
Jom, Let's Art Jam
Date ; 17th January, 2014 (Friday) (Thaipusam-Public Holiiday)
Venue : Courtyard at d7 Sentul East, Jalan Sentul, Kuala Lumpur
Time : 12pm - 3pm
Fee : RM 30.00 per person (Children /Adult)
Includes one(1) Stretched Canvas 30cm x 30cm, painting materials and mineral water
Light raw food testers provided by Delicious Detox Delivery KL
For Craft lovers:
Make a pair of Macrame Owls Workshop
Fee : RM50
(10% discount for ACG members)
Instructor : Crazeepatches (Jane)
For registration and further enquiries, please contact:
012 205 0716 (Ben)
012 218 8851 (Gary)
012 330 7240 (Maxine)
Then I asked Ben Toh whether i could run a Macrame workshop at D7 SEED - Sentul East Design Centre. So I've been brushing up on my macrame skills and sourcing and testing out suitable strings & yarn. Next on my re-entry plan is try out Macrame stone wrapping. It is part of Art Jamming session.
Jom, Let's Art Jam
Date ; 17th January, 2014 (Friday) (Thaipusam-Public Holiiday)
Venue : Courtyard at d7 Sentul East, Jalan Sentul, Kuala Lumpur
Time : 12pm - 3pm
Fee : RM 30.00 per person (Children /Adult)
Includes one(1) Stretched Canvas 30cm x 30cm, painting materials and mineral water
Light raw food testers provided by Delicious Detox Delivery KL
For Craft lovers:
Make a pair of Macrame Owls Workshop
Fee : RM50
(10% discount for ACG members)
Instructor : Crazeepatches (Jane)
For registration and further enquiries, please contact:
012 205 0716 (Ben)
012 218 8851 (Gary)
Friday, 9 August 2013
Crochet as a medium for expressing art
joana vasconcelos
"Vasconcelos' work repeatedly plays upon the tension between the large scale of picees and the small intimate details of their technical execution. The materials and techniques used are employed to cleverly communicate subversion and strength, having great impact from afar then pulling you in closer."
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| Gorette, 2006 |
"Using crochet, a method of craft which has obviously been used throughout the history of most cultures, enables her to connect with women of any nationality. However the skill obviously has different implications to each nation, as with the tampons."
The tampon chandelier... read about it here
Crochet wrapped statues...
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| The island of love 2006 |
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| El matador, 2007 |
Wednesday, 7 August 2013
Andy Warhol, pop artists..
“Being good in business is the most fascinating kind of art. Making money is art and working is art and good business is the best art.” —Andy Warhol
Andy Warhol (American, 1928–1987), born Andrew Warhola in Pittsburgh, PA, was an iconic and versatile Pop artist. After studying design at the Carnegie Institute of Technology in Pittsburgh, Warhol moved to New York City
in 1949 to pursue a career as a commercial artist. Though successful, Warhol wanted to be an independent painter, and in the early 1960s began to create paintings based on advertisement imagery. Shocking in its embrace of “low art” and its detachment from emotion, his early work quickly brought him fame, as he produced the now infamous series of Campbell’s Soup Cans, Disasters, Electric Chairs, and celebrity portraits (Marilyn Monroe, Jackie Kennedy, and Elvis Presley were among his subjects), with commercial techniques such as screen printing and stenciling.
As his fame grew, Warhol built a studio called The Factory on 47th street, and collected a group of eccentrics he called the “Superstars,” with whom he created a number of experimental films, such as Sleep, Chelsea Girls, and Empire, which were often banned by the police for their vulgarity.
In 1968, Valerie Solanas, a former member of Warhol’s entourage, attempted to kill the artist and others outside of The Factory. Narrowly surviving, Warhol withdrew from his bohemian circle and occupied himself in the 1970s creating celebrity portraits, which brought him considerable earnings, but weakened his critical approval.
With Gerard Malanga, he also founded Interview magazine, which is still in print today.
In the 1980s, however, Warhol’s work was revitalized by collaborations with younger artists, such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Francesco Clemente, and Keith Haring, and he produced renowned series of paintings such as The Last Supper.
Warhol died in 1987 due to complications following an operation. As per his desire, the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts was established after his death.
extract from http://www.artnet.com/artists/andy-warhol/
Andy Warhol (American, 1928–1987), born Andrew Warhola in Pittsburgh, PA, was an iconic and versatile Pop artist. After studying design at the Carnegie Institute of Technology in Pittsburgh, Warhol moved to New York City
in 1949 to pursue a career as a commercial artist. Though successful, Warhol wanted to be an independent painter, and in the early 1960s began to create paintings based on advertisement imagery. Shocking in its embrace of “low art” and its detachment from emotion, his early work quickly brought him fame, as he produced the now infamous series of Campbell’s Soup Cans, Disasters, Electric Chairs, and celebrity portraits (Marilyn Monroe, Jackie Kennedy, and Elvis Presley were among his subjects), with commercial techniques such as screen printing and stenciling.
As his fame grew, Warhol built a studio called The Factory on 47th street, and collected a group of eccentrics he called the “Superstars,” with whom he created a number of experimental films, such as Sleep, Chelsea Girls, and Empire, which were often banned by the police for their vulgarity.
In 1968, Valerie Solanas, a former member of Warhol’s entourage, attempted to kill the artist and others outside of The Factory. Narrowly surviving, Warhol withdrew from his bohemian circle and occupied himself in the 1970s creating celebrity portraits, which brought him considerable earnings, but weakened his critical approval.
With Gerard Malanga, he also founded Interview magazine, which is still in print today.
In the 1980s, however, Warhol’s work was revitalized by collaborations with younger artists, such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Francesco Clemente, and Keith Haring, and he produced renowned series of paintings such as The Last Supper.
Warhol died in 1987 due to complications following an operation. As per his desire, the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts was established after his death.
extract from http://www.artnet.com/artists/andy-warhol/
Friday, 24 May 2013
Art Malaysia - actively promoting Malaysian artists and art
I met Liew Kian Yap of ArtMalaysiagroup.com a few years ago. I am constantly at awe at his vision, his drive and his ability to juggle his various art projects, while continuing to publish his magazine, Art Malaysia. He worked tirelessly, coordinating, planning, driving all around Malaysia to visit artists, attending exhibitions,..
Here are some of his up-coming 'projects' and his messages :
ART MALAYSIA ART TOURISM FAIR
In the wide walkways of shopping malls, in hotel receptions, or the interiors of restaurants and cafes; from quiet corners to lobby areas, don't be surprised if you bump into an art exhibition! No longer confined within the walls of art galleries, clearly, art is now everywhere. And at the ArtMalaysia Art Tourism Fair, art is now for everyone!
Along with Malaysia's nationwide effort to promote our artists and artworks to emerge as an art hub of the region, ArtMalaysia is holding our inaugural Art Tourism Fair as a unique platform and ideal destination for artists and art lovers alike.
Our country's active arts scene is on the rise; Malaysian museums and galleries have been a scene of robust development for art. Ample space has been made available to nurture and display the most impressive artistic renditions and expressions from this region and beyond.
The expansion of art awareness and enjoyment can be attributed to the support of the leadership in this country. Indeed, art has held the attention – and affections – of many, and now, the Ministry of Tourism has launched the 1Malaysia Contemporary Art Tourism Festival (1MCAT) to further that.
In a similar vein, local art galleries will be encouraged to hold more exhibitions. While this is good news for the art fraternity, it also has a downside – artists will have to wait longer for their turns to showcase their pieces, as the waiting list has increased. Still, this amounts to a “good problem” and will certainly foster greater anticipation from everyone… the more the merrier!
Likewise, art auctions are gaining momentum in this country. Small wonder then, as art is seen as a viable investment in the uncertain economic climate. Art auction houses in Kuala Lumpur continue to record healthy, sales-breaking figures. Furthermore, the frequency of art exchange among other countries is on the increase.
Amid this flurry of activities, ArtMalaysia presents the Art Tourism Fair to complement the dynamic art scene by offering contemporary art in a very accessible manner to the ordinary Joe. Hence our theme – Now Art is for Everyone!
Outstanding paintings by Malaysian artists are marketed and sold at very high prices, and rightly so. This however, alienates them from many young art collectors. During the ArtMalaysia Art Tourism Fair, art galleries are coming to town in support of putting art into every home and office. The beauty is that you don't need to have deep pockets or dent your bank account to own a masterpiece from a renowned artist. With our 'Now Art is for Everyone' campaign, participating art galleries are selling paintings from RM1,000 to RM30,000.
Art collectors, this is your opportunity. Look out for the ArtMalaysia Art Tourism Fair!
kian@artmalaysiagroup.com
Before We Lose Them Forever
Many a times we hear people express deep regret over something or a pet who is no longer with us now. I am sure this holds true to many of us. For this reason, we keep certain things in a form of memory for that something or pet, like a photo, painting or perhaps memorabilia.
Our natural environment is under severe attack due to ignorance, negligence or events beyond our control like natural disasters resulting in the rapid disappearance of many animal species. Tigers, Elephants, Rhinocerous just to name a few. The Tasmania Devil, one of my personal favourite is now gone forever! I can only see them in photos, paintings or some old films.
Towards the cause of preservation, in the coming month of June 2013 from 20th to 23rd,Artmalaysia will be holding an exhibition at the Exhibition Hall at Viva Home Shopping Mall, focusing on the Animals’ Kingdom. Many artists who specialize in animal paintings that are dear to their hearts will be there! All are Welcome, be it just to browse around, contribute or make a difference to our beloved Animals’ Kingdom.
Preservation is our duty to our future generations so that they too will be able to enjoy the beauty of all living creatures that roam our lovely, lonely planet. As our contribution to the preservation of endangered species, ArtMalaysia will be donate 10% of their proceeds of sale from this exhibition to the World Wildlife Fund of Malaysia (WWF).
Your participation is crucial to the rebuilding of our animal Kingdom. Together we can make a difference.
http://www.artmalaysiagroup.com/gallery/exhibition/39
Langkawi Art Biennale
Here are some of his up-coming 'projects' and his messages :
In the wide walkways of shopping malls, in hotel receptions, or the interiors of restaurants and cafes; from quiet corners to lobby areas, don't be surprised if you bump into an art exhibition! No longer confined within the walls of art galleries, clearly, art is now everywhere. And at the ArtMalaysia Art Tourism Fair, art is now for everyone!
Along with Malaysia's nationwide effort to promote our artists and artworks to emerge as an art hub of the region, ArtMalaysia is holding our inaugural Art Tourism Fair as a unique platform and ideal destination for artists and art lovers alike.
Our country's active arts scene is on the rise; Malaysian museums and galleries have been a scene of robust development for art. Ample space has been made available to nurture and display the most impressive artistic renditions and expressions from this region and beyond.
The expansion of art awareness and enjoyment can be attributed to the support of the leadership in this country. Indeed, art has held the attention – and affections – of many, and now, the Ministry of Tourism has launched the 1Malaysia Contemporary Art Tourism Festival (1MCAT) to further that.
In a similar vein, local art galleries will be encouraged to hold more exhibitions. While this is good news for the art fraternity, it also has a downside – artists will have to wait longer for their turns to showcase their pieces, as the waiting list has increased. Still, this amounts to a “good problem” and will certainly foster greater anticipation from everyone… the more the merrier!
Likewise, art auctions are gaining momentum in this country. Small wonder then, as art is seen as a viable investment in the uncertain economic climate. Art auction houses in Kuala Lumpur continue to record healthy, sales-breaking figures. Furthermore, the frequency of art exchange among other countries is on the increase.
Amid this flurry of activities, ArtMalaysia presents the Art Tourism Fair to complement the dynamic art scene by offering contemporary art in a very accessible manner to the ordinary Joe. Hence our theme – Now Art is for Everyone!
Outstanding paintings by Malaysian artists are marketed and sold at very high prices, and rightly so. This however, alienates them from many young art collectors. During the ArtMalaysia Art Tourism Fair, art galleries are coming to town in support of putting art into every home and office. The beauty is that you don't need to have deep pockets or dent your bank account to own a masterpiece from a renowned artist. With our 'Now Art is for Everyone' campaign, participating art galleries are selling paintings from RM1,000 to RM30,000.
Art collectors, this is your opportunity. Look out for the ArtMalaysia Art Tourism Fair!
kian@artmalaysiagroup.com
Before We Lose Them Forever
Many a times we hear people express deep regret over something or a pet who is no longer with us now. I am sure this holds true to many of us. For this reason, we keep certain things in a form of memory for that something or pet, like a photo, painting or perhaps memorabilia.
Our natural environment is under severe attack due to ignorance, negligence or events beyond our control like natural disasters resulting in the rapid disappearance of many animal species. Tigers, Elephants, Rhinocerous just to name a few. The Tasmania Devil, one of my personal favourite is now gone forever! I can only see them in photos, paintings or some old films.
Towards the cause of preservation, in the coming month of June 2013 from 20th to 23rd,Artmalaysia will be holding an exhibition at the Exhibition Hall at Viva Home Shopping Mall, focusing on the Animals’ Kingdom. Many artists who specialize in animal paintings that are dear to their hearts will be there! All are Welcome, be it just to browse around, contribute or make a difference to our beloved Animals’ Kingdom.
Preservation is our duty to our future generations so that they too will be able to enjoy the beauty of all living creatures that roam our lovely, lonely planet. As our contribution to the preservation of endangered species, ArtMalaysia will be donate 10% of their proceeds of sale from this exhibition to the World Wildlife Fund of Malaysia (WWF).
Your participation is crucial to the rebuilding of our animal Kingdom. Together we can make a difference.
http://www.artmalaysiagroup.com/gallery/exhibition/39
Langkawi Art Biennale
2014
This initial phase of the process of "migrating" artists to this destination requires more than just a brush...
In these recent years, I have been travelling extensively around Asia. I am greatly impressed by the art activities that are held within this region. In my observation on these arty activities, they have evoked my passion to bring such similar event to Langkawi.
My yearning for such event has ignited the idea in me to organise an art biennale. I shared this idea with artists around the world and they are my correlated supporters to make this event possible. Thus, it sparked a great migration of artists to Langkawi. The convergence of artists in Langkawi then forms the Langkawi AIR (artist-in-residence). While dwelling in Langkawi, a natural and untouched island, this destination will serve its purpose for artists to express their creativity during the workshop.
 Liew Kian Yap Event Organizer | http://www.artmalaysiagroup.com/international/years/2014 |
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