Here’s a little acrylics painting I did today. It is inspired by certain aspects of Greece, that make your day, despite the crisis. We have to keep positive! Continue reading
Monthly Archives: October 2017
How Different Materials Affect Your Drawing Process
Originally posted on Max Mallie's Blog:
Your drawing materials can determine the overall success of your finished artwork. And some are better than others when it comes to achieving certain effects. If you want more successful drawings, knowing the pros and cons of the various materials available is key. Below, artist Dan Gheno shares his…
For art’s sake
Inspired by Basil, a plant that is very popular in Greece, to be found in many a garden and on city balconies. Continue reading
For art’s sake
This could be called ‘Screensaver Flower’, or ‘Why my house is messy’ Continue reading
Kaplanon 11: A historic house tale unraveled via Velonis’ art
‘Art Scene Athens’ speaks with artist Kostis Velonis at his exhibition opening, to get some feedback on his new installation project, commissioned by NEON Organisation, that explores the intriguing sociopolitical and personal history of a beautiful neoclassical home in the heart of Athens: EACH HOUSE has its story – a narrative about its many occupants … Continue reading
Exploring sci-fi worlds at the Onassis Cultural Centre
FROM Jules Verne to ‘Star Wars’, from ET to ‘Hunger Games’: Athens’ Onassis Cultural Centre (or OCC), has gone OTT on sci-fi these days, with its new exhibition ‘Science Fiction: A Journey into the Unknown’ (runs till Jan 14). The exhibition is complemented by a jam-packed programme of parallel events that explore this popular genre … Continue reading
Autumn’s Athenian art trek
SPEND a breezy but bright October’s day in Athens visiting its many art exhibitions and you will discover a garden of artistic delights in the heart of the concrete city – ranging from the ancient to the contemporary. Here are ten (plus) of the Autumnal highlights: An artistic aquarium Enter a fantastic polychromatic world … Continue reading