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How long did that take you?

Posted on May 6, 2026 by artkleko

A question so often asked when patrons are viewing your artwork. Why do they do it? Why do so many consider the amount of detail and perceived ‘effort’ in an artwork as the ultimate indicator of its worth? An artist … Continue reading →

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HADLEY’S ART PRIZE

Posted on September 16, 2025 by artkleko

HADLEY’S ART PRIZE Being a finalist in Australia’s richest landscape art prize this year was an experience that I will always treasure. Since 2017, the prize has attracted artists from a variety of art disciplines from across the country. The … Continue reading →

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COLOUR THERAPY

Posted on May 7, 2025 by artkleko

Art is about colour, line, shape, form, texture even sound. It can sit there, move, make noises and undertake tasks for our amusement. In this instance I’m mainly interested in colour for its visual impact, emotional response, memory recall and … Continue reading →

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WHAT’S WRONG WITH COLOURING IN?

Posted on April 8, 2025 by artkleko

Adult colouring books were a godsend during the Covid Pandemic. Millions were sold and although their influence has waned significantly today, there are still a number of books available featuring a wide range of designs and challenges. I fear many … Continue reading →

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WHAT’S WRONG WITH ART?

Posted on March 31, 2025 by artkleko

Technology is developing at an increasingly faster rate than anyone could have ever imagined. Just think about what we have today compared to 25 years ago. Go back much further (like I can) and the difference makes one feel like … Continue reading →

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COLOURED PENCIL FEAR

Posted on October 18, 2024 by artkleko

Since 1986 coloured pencil has been my preferred medium. Despite my successes over the years in art awards, I still feel somewhat intimidated when entering major art prizes where oil and acrylic entries dominate. Watercolours aren’t as prevalent as they … Continue reading →

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ART STUDIO

Posted on March 5, 2020 by artkleko

This is my first post since returning from the Australian mainland. Moving house, particularly interstate isn’t fun, in fact, it can be rather stressful!After 44 months away I’m finally back in my studio and I’m so happy to return to … Continue reading →

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THE LAST HURRAH

Posted on May 6, 2019 by artkleko

“The Last Hurrah”, 80 x 60 cms Luminance pencils on Canson Pastel Board. Own reference & imagination. This coloured pencil drawing is a scene of utter carnage, but I’ve deliberately expressed it as a celebration of the natural cycle that … Continue reading →

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FINDING THE RIGHT ANSWER

Posted on June 7, 2017 by artkleko

“Floating, Flecker Gardens” 40 x 60 cms Luminance pencils on Canson Pastel Board Everyone at some time or another wants answers to questions. They can range from “What is the meaning of life?” to, “What is the key to happiness?”, … Continue reading →

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INTERPRETATION

Posted on April 3, 2013 by artkleko

Summer Landscape, Norfolk Plains   Most of my artwork is based upon my interpretation of the Australian landscape. Over the past 40 years I have incorporated a number of themes and techniques in my work. Each artist has an individual … Continue reading →

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