Jane - Anne Newman Artist

Past Post: No 13 August 2018: Margaret Olley: Remarkable Artist, Beloved Australian Treasure

Today's Past Posts of 2018 take us into the world of Australia's most beloved artist Margaret Olley who graced the stage of the art world with her wit, charm and talent. (Image: tmlarts.com)

Mansion

Magnificent Mansions – Rippon Lea

Rippon Lea is quite a gem, set within 14 acres of gardens and located 7kms from the Melbourne CBD. The architectural firm Read and Barnes, was appointed by Frederick Sargood to build the home. Photo Credit: Ripponleaestate.com.au

Mansion

Magnificent Mansions - The Grand Palace – Bangkok

The Grand Palace, located on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, was originally commissioned by King Rama I, in 1782 when Bangkok was designated as the new capital of what was then Siam (now Thailand) image credit: askideas.com

Colour

Past Post: No 11 July 2018: An Australian Connection to Van Gogh; The Colour Wheel and Colour Revolutionaries

Emily Koenders, Australian artist, is going to head today's Past Posts 2018. Related to Van Gogh Emily brings her artistic heritage to us in the form of birds and animals. We also talk colour and visit the "Colour Revolutionaries". Image: facebook.com/emily-koenders-art-gallery

Mansion

Magnificent Mansions – Palace of Knossos

The Palace of Knossos stands as a monumental symbol of Minoan civilization, due to its construction, use of luxury materials, architectural plan, advanced building techniques and impressive size. Image credit: brown.edu

Humour

Wishing You - Happy World Emoiji Day from the AnArt4Life Blog Team

Click off if you hate emoijis as TODAY IS WORLD EMOIJI DAY. This post is dedicated to everyone around the world who loves to communicate using tiny characters. Don't run- embrace and have a bit of fun.

Mansion

Magnificent Mansions - King Tutankhamun's Tomb

After 6 years working in the Valley of the Kings, located near Luxor (Thebes, in ancient times, the capital of Egypt), Lord Carnarvon told Carter he would only fund one more season - in this year, 1922, the tomb of King Tutankhamun’s was discovered. image credit: Khanacadamy.com

Theatre

Past Post: No 9 July 2018

The Past Posts today take you into the world of theatre where Jane looks at "Shadow Play" and Anne takes you back in time to the theatre world in London when Theatrical Realism changed the way drama was presented to the audience.

Mansion

Magnificent Mansions - Highclere Castle

Highclere Castle is the mansion used in the TV series and recent movie Downton Abbey. Built in Jacobethan style during the C19th, it is located in Hampshire, England and is the country seat of the Earl of Carnarvon, currently George Herbert, 8th Earl of Carnarvon. Image credit: pinterest

Mansion

Magnificent Mansions - Chavenage House

Chavenage House is an Elizabethan house, steeped in history nestled in the glorious countryside of the Cotswolds. It has only been owned by 2 families, the Stephens and now the Lowsley-Williams, with the current family still in residence. Image credit: telegraph.co.uk

Mansion

Magnificent Mansions – Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle, the oldest royal residence in the British Isles. Beloved home to many royals including Queen Elizabeth II. Image credit: Windsor Castle - Offical Souvenir Guide

Travel

Celebrating Our Art Blogger: Jane

A special day as we celebrate that it is two years since blogwriter Jane joined the AnArt4Life blog. As a prodigious traveller Jane has brought to our art community images and impressions from around the world.

Travel

An Escape to Iceland

Iceland is known as the land of ice and fire – a mix of lunar deserts, thundering waterfalls, erupting volcanoes, towering snow-capped mountains and majestic fjords.

At Home

This Moment in Time

Today we invite you into our home again and show you a little of what we are doing with our time in "This Moment in Time" - a time like we have never experienced before.

Reflection

Escape to a Tropical Island

Samoa is what we imagine to be the quintessential tropical island – white pristine sands, warm crystal clear waters, coral reefs where colourful fish abound and lush vegetation dotted with vibrant colours of flowers, along with fun loving friendly people.

Inspiration

Giotto's Arena Chapel

Giotto’s Arena Chapel located in Padua, Italy which is filled with the most wonderful frescos and Giotto’s most celebrated work, completed around 1305. Credits:TrustandTravel

Celebration

Mother's Day

Today we celebrate Mothers all around the world and the invaluable influence they have on their children. Featuring the poem "Mother's Day" by Jan Beaumont and images of paintings by Frances Hodgkins.

Literature

Jan Beaumont says: "Lets All Drink to Lockdown"

Bringing you a wonderful poem "Lets All Drink to Lockdown" by New Zealand poet Jan Beaumont. Illustrated with photos from the 1960s when life was very different.

Inspiration

At Home with Jane

While spending more time at home, I’ve been enjoying the art works that decorate my own walls. None have any significant monetary value, however each has a story to tell.

Reflection

Strolling through Sandringham May 2020

Jane explores Sandringham, Victoria, Australia with her neighbour and highlights local history and creative efforts.

Artist

Australian Realists and Impressionists III

Australian Realists and Impressionists Ruth Tuck (Credit: umbrellaprints.blogspot.com); June Mendoza; Hugh Sawrey (credits: the book Australian Impressionist & Realist Artists

Artist

Australian Realists and Impressionists II

Australian Impressionist & Realist Artists Ainslie Roberts (Creidt VictorHarbourTimes) Alfred Engel; John Borrack (Credit John Borrack.com)

Inspiration

Australian Realists and Impressionists l

Around 1990, Tom Roberts, great nephew of impressionist artist Tom Roberts compiled a book - Australian Impressionist & Realist Artists. Artists Patrick Carroll, Paul Magogsy, Richard Weatherly (credits: DailyTelegraph.com.au; fayboydsfineartschool: (Credit: Richardweatherly.com.au))

Reflection

Reflections on ANZAC DAY 2020

Reflecting on the way that Anzac Day was commemorated in Australia this year under very different circumstances which brought a far more personal touch.

Celebration

ANZAC DAY 2020

On 25th April every year Australia and our New Zealand cousins celebrate ANZAC DAY. On this day we remember, thank and pay respect to all the people who have fought in many ways to make our world a better place for everyone.