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August 2016 Artist Interview: June Mackenzie

The following quote by Edgar Degas describes the type of art work I most enjoy looking at and which I strive to achieve in my watercolour paintings. "A painting requires a little mystery, some vagueness and some fantasy. When you always make your meaning perfectly clear, you end up boring people"
Some years ago I changed from oils to watercolours, even though the medium had a reputation for being difficult, dull and insipid. Encouraged by Helen Steven, friend and tutor from WCCAC, and inspired by the work of W J Turner, I persevered and found I loved the transparent washes and the way in which the medium had a life of its own. The modern colours are vibrant, exciting and I particularly enjoy the challenges and result of working with a limited palette, say 3 colours only. My guest artists, some of them new artists from WCCAC, some of them experienced artists, demonstrate a variety of techniques, subjects and styles and all in WONDERFUL WATERCOLOUR....Want to give it a go, but scared to? Just remember it's only a bit of paper... Contact Kumeu Art Centre, which has a number of fantastic and encouraging tutors, who will help you get started.

 


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  • Home
    • About >
      • Contact
      • Membership
      • Meet
    • Links >
      • Our Artists
      • Art in Auckland
  • Exhibitions
    • Current and Upcoming
    • Expressions of Interest
    • Artist Interviews >
      • May 2017 - Grant Finch
      • March 2017 Irina Velman
    • Previous Exhibitions >
      • Previous 2019
      • Exhibitions 2018
      • Exhibitions 2017
      • Exhibitions 2016
      • Exhibitions 2015
      • Exhibitions 2014
      • Exhibitions 2013
      • Exhibitions 2012
      • Exhibitions 2011
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    • Gallery
  • Events
    • Kumeu Art Awards
  • Classes
    • Workshops and Holiday classes
    • Day Time Classes
    • Evening Classes
    • Untutored Groups
    • Children Term Classes
    • Tutor Information
  • Venue Hire
  • Retail Area
  • Kumeu Live
    • About Kumeu Live
    • Video Links