Earth Hour - Glow

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nitida

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

Summer Days - Cape Town

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

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

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.