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BAVA are a group of artists ranging from beginners, intermediate to professional . . . focusing on supporting and developing the talents of local artists to benefit the cultural community of the Banana Shire.


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Monday 1 September 2008

September Artist @ Kristine's

Congratulations Gail ~

I grew up in a family that was always doing something on the creative side from cooking to sewing and any craft. My first creations were done in Cake Decorating then moved into Patchwork from the sewing of children’s clothes. After doing a silk painting workshop (something I had always wanted to do) I found that this complimented my patchwork as I could colour my fabrics with my paints allowing me to create many colourful creations in fabric.



When folk art was the rage I attended lessons and enjoyed creating some lovely pieces for friends and family. When a friend who did lead lighting was in town I took some lessons from her and really enjoyed working with glass which also led to mosaics as you have left overs (a little like patchwork).



With all this happening I felt I needed a little more help with the drawing side of creating a picture (I could do very good stick men) so attended the Roy Oorloff workshop as a start. Since then BAVA has been formed and I have enjoyed the lessons and workshops from talented local artists as well as doing workshops with tutors from afar. I've a long way to go but I really enjoy the atmosphere of being with creative people (hoping some will rub off). There are many mediums in the world of art and I enjoy a few different ones and they all give me satisfaction when the job is finished.

4 comments:

  1. Good work Gail!! I will pop-in tomorrow to have a look :) Well done! It's exciting to see our group getting their creative works out there into the community for all to enjoy :)

    ((HUGS))Maria

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  2. Hi Gail,
    I went & had a look at your work in Kristine's today. You have some lovely work there. I especially loved the silk paintings & your mosaic pieces. They are gorgeous! Your leadlight is lovely also. Well done, Gail!!
    cheers
    Maria

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  3. Hi Maria
    Congratulations on your exhibition.
    I also would like to find out more about blog.
    I have a blog account but not sure what to do.

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  4. Hi Odette,
    I'll send you an email & we can work out a meeting!

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