by Andy Dolphin | Apr 27, 2014 | oil painting, still life
I set this up a couple of weeks ago and just got around to painting it this afternoon. The flower is synthetic – the brass is solid. You might remember the tall Indian brass ewer from a couple of months ago. I now have quite a collection of brass, pewter and...
by Andy Dolphin | Mar 27, 2014 | step-by-step, still life, video
Miniature Chinese vase21x25cm oil on board. © Andy Dolphin I uploaded a new video last night giving a glimpse of the process I followed when painting my Miniature Chinese Vase still life.As always, it’s best if you go to Youtube to see the video...
by Andy Dolphin | Mar 27, 2014 | news, still life, tips
I’ve been doing quite a bit of op-shopping since shifting my focus to still life paintings. I now have a small but interesting collection of ornaments including cups, vases and candlesticks. Patience and persistence are key when looking for gems at thrift shops....
by Andy Dolphin | Mar 13, 2014 | awards, news, oil painting, Woolorama
I enjoyed great success at Wagin Woolorama this year, winning three prizes.My studio painting Bantam Rooster took out first prize in the oil and acrylic category while my plein air painting Narpyn Cottage, winter morning was awarded second prize in the same...
by Andy Dolphin | Mar 5, 2014 | floral, limited palette, oil painting, still life
I painted this little still life a couple of days ago. Miniature Chinese vase21x25cm oil on board. © Andy DolphinThe miniature Chinese-style vase was purchased two weeks ago at a local op-shop (thrift shop) and stands around 8cm tall. The flowers are...
