André Pillay - artist painting's travel story

Postcard Paintings - Norway

2012-02-14T23:38:00.020+02:00

2nd Twitter Art Exhibit :

I decided to contribute a painting ' All the world's a stage ' for a charity-cause in Moss, Norway.
The aim of the exhibit is that twitter-artists from around the world send a postcard size painting to raise funds for a charity.

So I'm excited to participate.

Read all about this art event organised by artist, David Sandum , http://davidsandumart.posterous.com/call-for-artists-2nd-twitter-art-exhibit-in-m

How to pack and post art .

2012-02-07T23:08:00.004+02:00

Sharing a useful guide that I found about shipping art .
Follow the link in the title here .

Ferris Wheel

2012-01-09T11:35:00.002+02:00

Novelty at V & A Waterfront , Cape Town. The ferris-wheel without the circus .

Walk on the beach

2011-12-11T22:02:00.005+02:00

Can't help but wonder. Walk on the beach , view of Table Mountain.

Work-Horse No More.

2011-11-30T21:55:00.003+02:00

If this work-horse could talk. What story would it tell ? A popular stop in the Overberg region, Peregrine Farm stall.

Place of ' Bliss '

2011-10-24T17:45:00.004+02:00

Finding images of your paintings you have not seen in a while.

Here's ' Elysium 1 & 2 ' .

Acrylics and mixed- media on canvas.

Abstract Painting - In The Moment

2011-10-19T15:24:00.018+02:00

Attempting to paint in an abstract manner, making the first brush-stroke gets momentum going.

I let the paint flow. Leave the mind to wonder.
Bright, bold and spontaneous or a quiet , meditative and reflective rhythm sets in.

Your inspiration might be defined in the moment. Take the viewer on a journey. A glimpse into a story. Outer and inner worlds mingle with metaphor. There can be tension and harmony. Subtle reference to your subject matter.

Paint applied thick, thin, over, under or scratched away. Glazing for some depth and interest.

Step away, breath in the moment ... ( or light a cigarette)

A Country Imagined - South Africa

2011-08-04T22:48:00.002+02:00

Athenaeum Art Building

2011-08-01T17:10:00.003+02:00

The Athenaeum Art Building in Port Elizabeth recently hosted the 200 Eastern Cape Artists Exhibition.

The interior space is impressive , allowing adequate natural lighting.

This image is post-exhibition.

National Arts Festival - Grahamstown

2011-06-17T21:54:00.004+02:00

Madonna and Child - In Abstract

2011-05-19T23:38:00.007+02:00

One of my many favourite paintings , unfortunately sold some time ago.

This abstract painting was inspired by a particular waterfall in Hogsback, Eastern Cape.
Hence the title ' Madonna and Child ' .

Spending some time beneath this waterfall sure is invigorating !

If you happen to be in Hogsback , do visit this waterfall ! In summer .

Earth Hour - Glow

2011-05-08T23:39:00.005+02:00

How was your Earth Hour 2011 ?

This image taken without a flash using basic mobile phone.
Colours have been manipulated to enhance the glow.
The candlabra is made of a ceramic sculpture I created.
In the background 'Enigma 2' plays its part.

Going back to basics now and again ... can invigorate .

Large Sunflowers Painting with Presence

2011-04-23T22:20:00.006+02:00

The large sunflower painting that was commissioned ; in its home ; over 1000km away.
After carefully building a wooden-crate for this painting it arrived safely intact. Remember it is 2,0 x 1,5m in size.
Now with a frame around the painting , it fills the space with a pleasant , invigorating presence.

Vineyards

2011-04-12T11:24:00.004+02:00

The vineyards in Durbanville area. By now I think the grapes are ready for harvest , ready for wine production.
Wonder how the weather changes the taste.
Do not mind a tasting once ready !

Large Painting Commission

2011-03-15T10:59:00.003+02:00

A large sunflower painting commission size 2 x 1,5m .
A wooden crate had to be buildt to send it away.

Another look - Abstract Painting

2011-02-27T22:37:00.002+02:00

Having another look at a heavy textured abstract on canvas.
This one is titled - Grounded .
Use of Symbols , Metaphor and mark-making. Inspired by human evidence on ancient landscape.

Abstract Summer

2011-02-15T13:40:00.003+02:00

An abstract painting inspired by canola flower fields.
When in season putting on a dazzling display of yellow , green and violet hues.

Nitida

2011-01-22T22:53:00.004+02:00

Located in Durbanville area , outside Cape Town , Nitida Wines.
Ideas for landscape paintings.
Maybe in abstract.

Summer Days - Cape Town

2011-01-18T21:43:00.006+02:00

A stroll from Blue Peter Hotel leads you to this view.
Fresh ocean-air and a dip in the water cools you on hot days.
Table Mountain being visible in the background.
I discovered a little cove between the houses , good spot for picnics.
Some houses so close to the sea; imagine spring-tide is on their door-step.

Blue Peter

2011-01-03T10:02:00.004+02:00

Another view from Blue Peter Hotel.
A stones-throw from the beach in Bloubergstrand.
Ideal spot for watching the sunset with preferably with a chilled drink in hand.

Garden Route

2010-12-19T23:32:00.003+02:00

On a road-trip to Cape Town . A popular resting location, Storm River Bridge, for absorbing the natural scenery.
Shops and restaurants available.

Located in the Garden Route of South Africa, also a place to draw some inspiration for painting.

Port Elizabeth CBD

2010-11-23T20:48:00.003+02:00

After many years of neglect, good to see old buildings being renovated in Port Elizabeth city centre.
Very few buildings with this architectural style remain in Port Elizabeth.
Wonder what it will be used as?
Maybe a hotel?

Painting 'Enigma1' from Poetry

2010-11-17T15:53:00.005+02:00

This painting that was interpreted from a poem.

HEATWAVES

she dances on tiptoe
light-headed
over burnt orange heatwaves
he swims naked
through a cool pool
of electric blue
their movements mingle
in a child's painting
abandoned in the rain

- by Carol Leff

'Enigma 2' Painting

2010-11-16T12:26:00.001+02:00

Painting 'Enigma 2' completed, inspired by poetry. Size 70 x 100cm.

Knysna

2010-11-10T22:48:00.000+02:00

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Beginning stage of ' Enigma 2 '

2010-10-29T18:12:00.003+02:00

The early stages of painting. Adopting a figurative technique, which i have not created in a while. Trying to interpret in a semi-abstract manner.

The inspiration comes from a poem.

Painting and Poetry Art Exhibition

2010-10-07T21:34:00.000+02:00

An interesting exhibition coming up. Artist's have to create paintings inspired by selected poetry. My challenge is to do an abstract interpretation of a poem. Should be interesting.

My Art Paintings Website

2010-09-03T17:35:00.000+02:00

Some more updates to be worked on my art website. Have plenty of ideas.

Reflection

2010-08-06T22:19:00.005+02:00

Early morning when the air was still cool. Lavender and unknown flowers in a vase. On the left; quartz crystal ; and on the right a ceramic candlestick I created caught in reflection.
Faint dew still lingering on window.
Another day begins...

'New Beginning'

2010-07-26T16:30:00.003+02:00

Dramatic movement and colours of the landscape.
Size 70x35cm on canvas.

Sunflower Bouquet

2010-07-11T20:01:00.002+02:00

A large commission painting of sunflowers in vase. Size 2,0x1,5m .

Sunflowers

2010-06-28T23:36:00.004+02:00

SunflowersLayer1

2010-06-02T22:44:00.001+02:00

SunflowersLayer1
Originally uploaded by AndreArt1

Early stages of a sunflower painting commission. Sketching and background painting. Size 2,0x1,5m

Early Morning

2010-05-17T16:38:00.002+02:00

Capturing the quietness of early morning on the road. The air being fresh and invigorating.

Painting serene

2010-05-07T11:30:00.002+02:00

Painting that is expressed with gentle brush-strokes. A painting that offers quiteness and feeling of calm. The is an area where passion makes its mark.
So it is not to confront, just a nuance that lingers.

Antique Camera

2010-05-01T18:02:00.002+02:00

An antique camera that i have. It still has original photo film inside. Would be interesting to be able to print images from it. Have no idea how old the film is.
Maybe with forensic science?

Updates

2010-04-22T20:46:00.001+02:00

Added some interactive elements on blog.

Youtube - Abstract Paintings

2010-04-20T14:29:00.000+02:00

FACEBOOK

2010-04-19T15:34:00.001+02:00

Created a facebook group Andre Pillay Artworks. For my art news, updates and images.

Painting

2010-04-06T14:52:00.001+02:00

Another favourite painting of mine.
Titled 'Inner Feeling'

Commissioned Paintings

2010-03-16T10:32:00.001+02:00

This is the largest painting i have done on commission. Size is 3,6 x 1,7m .
The painting gives quite a visual impact on the interior space of this home.

Travel

2010-02-24T23:35:00.002+02:00

My holiday in Cape Town

2010-01-20T09:58:00.000+02:00

Blue Peter Hotel, always good for sundowners.
Absorbing the surroundings, ocean breeze.

Paintings finding a home.

2009-10-20T22:47:00.001+02:00

It is always a bitter-sweet feeling when your artwork finds a new home to fulfil its intended purpose.
May it take you on a journey where words are colour mindscapes .

Social media platforms

2009-06-24T13:34:00.000+02:00

Added twitter to my art website. Need to use media platforms in constructive manner.

Twitter

2009-06-17T16:54:00.000+02:00

Had twitter added to my blog. Still have to fully utilise my blog. Enjoy reading some travelblogs.

Travel

2009-05-20T21:38:00.001+02:00

found some interesting travelblogs. - imagine people , sights and sounds of faraway places - do svidanya!

Art journey

2009-05-15T09:30:00.000+02:00

You paint who you are . Express what is true to you . Keep it real!

exploring media

2009-05-03T18:01:00.000+02:00

Joined the twitter social platform . Anyone can become a papparazi . See where the flow takes you.

posting some art - paintings

2009-04-17T10:28:00.003+02:00

Still need to upload some images of my paintings. Working on blog from cell phone.

Have a look at some abstract , landscape and figure paintings on my website http://www.andrepillay.co.nr .

creating a language of colour on to canvas

2009-04-15T14:08:00.001+02:00

trying to still the mind before a blank canvas. to make that first mark.