Blog Posts - Debra Scidone

Alfred Cove Art Society Awards of Excellence 2019

21/5/2019

"Hidden" Australian Pigmy Possum

You need to take a closer look at this one to discover the hidden creatures hiding among the trees, then look through and into the depths to find yourself in a hidden sanctuary. Hidden creature link

This is my entry for this years Awards of Excellence with the Alfred Cove Art Society
Join us at the Atwell Gallery from 27th May to #rd June 2019
Corner of North Lake Rd and Canning Highway, Alfred Cove Western Australia

"Hidden" by Debra Scidone

Australian Budgerigars

21/5/2019

"Budgerigar Banquet" by Debra Scidone

Budgerigar Banquet shows Australian Budgerigars feasting on seeds in the wild of the Australian bush.

The Australian Parrot can be found in large flocks in inland areas of Australia where they can survive extreme temperatures and are prolific breeders when conditions are right.

Image size 290mm x 920mm
Framed size 530mm x 1170mm

Budgerigar Banquet was sold privately prior to being exhibited publicly.

If you would like an early bird viewing of my works as they come off the easel please send a request via my website and I will inform you as any relevant paintings become available that may fit your criteria.

This one sat on the easel for some time before I found 5 "Budgies" hiding within.

Alfred Cove Art Society 20th Annual Awards of Excellence 2019

14/5/2019

This years awards will showcase 80 artists. It opens on Monday 27th May to 3rd June.
Opening Night Tuesday 28th May. You are invited to help celebrate the 20th anniversary of the "Awards of Excellence" for the Alfred Cove Art Society in Western Australia.
Where: Atwell Gallery, corner of North Lake Rd and Canning Highway, Alfred Cove, Western Australia

Art Studio Open Days for 2018, review by Debra Scidone

11/12/2018

Thank you to all one and all for making it along to this years Open Days (2018) and taking up the "Invitation to be Curious" I hope to see you back again next year when I present my 2019 collection,

Plenty of people spent time trying to spot the creature in the painting titled "Hidden" some having several attempts before lifting the reveal flap to see if they were on the right track. At the base of the tree a tiny pigmy possom emerges from the painting as well as a few of his friends.
Of course that is not all that was 'found' as everyone let their imaginations go wild finding all sorts of creatures, another intriguing painting.

The "Let's Celebrate" series was a SELL OUT, although it was only three pieces and they have all gone to the one home! So although that could mean that only one person was charmed by them I am sure that I will be adding to this series as I enjoyed painting them and look forward to trying different colour combinations in my future pieces so, watch this space!

The "New York Buskers" series of black and white prints were also popular with some who had been to New York recognising the buskers as ones that they had also sat and listened to in Central Park.

My pastel paintings from my exhibition that I held in Corrigin in the Qualering shearing shed in 2017 found new homes. A lovely moment was when Maria happened to be here and met the new owners of a couple of the paintings that were inspired by her garden on the farm.

Finally , on the last Sunday "Paperbark Panorama" sold and was taken away much to My Aunties regret as she had also fallen in love with the piece. The new owners replied with a lovely description of the piece which I will share with you the next article.

Sneak Peek - Art Studio Open Days 2018 by Debra Scidone

23/11/2018

This Sunday is the last Sunday in November already!

"As the Crow Flies" so do the Sundays in November.If you were thinking how fast the year has gone you are not alone. This Sunday is the last Sunday for my Open Studios in November 2018.
Walk thru the gates and pass the crow sculptures sitting on the fence as you make your way thru the garden gazebo Australian gallery then onto the Alfresco Bird gallery and finally into the New York Gallery with the 2 feature paintings "As the crow flies" and "Central Park in Autumn".
You'll find Vince busy in the kitchen making you teas and coffees and some home baked scones. biscuits and cakes!
There is plenty of story telling and snippets of information from me and a game to test your observation skills as you try and work out which of my Lino prints are missing on the "Control sheet"!

New York Gallery
Large watercolour "Central Park in Autumn" by Debra Scidone
framed 1170mm (w) x 870mm (h)

Bird Gallery
Large watercolour and ink "Fledgling Flight"
framed1200 mm (w) x 900mm (h)

Australian Gallery
Textile and acrylic "Golden Yarn"
framed 580mm (w) x 920mm (h)

Sneak Peek - Art Studio Open Days 2018 by Debra Scidone

15/11/2018

Ducks, Ducks and more Ducks

Two more Sundays in November to go!

I must like Ducks and I'm not the only one as 2 pieces sold on Sunday.

Actually they are birds so it is not that surprising but it turns out I had 3 paintings of Ducks in my Bird Gallery and 2 Photos.

The painting titled "Ducklings" found a new home as well as the photo titled "Mother Duck" along with other paintings and prints.

Photos may be ordered by contacting me below.

Look forward to seeing you this Sunday if you haven't had the chance to visit already to enjoy the "New York Gallery", "Bird Gallery" and "Country Gallery" paintings.

Mother duck and 15 ducklings. "Mother Duck" Photo by Debra Scidone

"Looking at you" photo of day old ducklings by Debra Scidone

watercolour and ink painting of a pair of Ducks and their Ducklings "Close Watch" by Debra Scidone

Sneak Peek - Art Studio Open Days 2018 - Debra Scidone

6/11/2018

It would only happen in New York!

New York in Black and White. Paintings, Lino Prints and Photographic Prints feature in this years collection. Central Park, New York Buskers and the Skyline of water tanks and standpipes are the subject matter.
Week 1
My New York Busking Musicians turned out to be popular. The one "it would only happen in New York" is my Busker playing his Grand Piano! You just don't see that every day. The piano was rolled down into the park from somewhere? and then a full classical recital began. If you don't believe me come and see the actual photo.
The prints are my manipulated photos converted to black and white rendered in a sketch format with plenty of white space surrounding the artists at work. Could have stayed and watched them perform all day.
There was as much diversity with my visitors as there was with my art. Surprise old acquaintances to visitors from as far away as Busselton , Corrigin and Rockingham. Then those that followed "the signs" to find themselves in my world of art and the stories that they hold.
Thank you to all my lovely family , friends and visitors for making it such a great day.

Highly Commended at York Art Society Awards 2018

23/10/2018

"You Ruffle My Feathers" by Debra Scidone receives H/C

Very pleased to receive a Highly Commended for "You Ruffle My Feathers" in the York Art Society Awards 2018.

It will be on show at my Open Studio and Garden each Sunday in November 2018.

Once again there is "Devil in the detail" so come and see if you can find the other creatures within the painting that form part of the story.

For the story and a slideshow of how it was created click the link.

Sneak Peek - Art Studio Open Days 2018 - Debra Scidone

19/10/2018

"Line Them Up" painting from the "Let's Celebrate" Series

"Line Them Up" has a sister painting "Vintage 1968". They have the same colour palette for their under-painting of watercolour and acrylic inks.

Unlike the namesake of the series"Let's Celebrate" in its cool icy blue colours these were painted with the intention of producing a similar themed painting but in the warm golden tones.

II was very happy with the outcome.

Their similarities are the floral cascade and berries among the glassware with the difference being your taste for Champagne or Wine.

"Vintage 1968" has it's own story behind its creation but you are welcome to make up your own story to go with "Line Them Up"

Your "Invitation to be Curious" to my Art Studio and Garden Open Days is below. See you there.

The working drawings that define the shapes found within the background layer

"Invitation to be Curious" - Art Studio - Debra Scidone

18/10/2018

Art Studio and Garden Open Days - Sundays in November 2118

Featuring new paintings and prints from my

New York, "As The Crow Flies" Series
Black and white with a splash of colour featuring scenes from Central Park, busking musicians and the roof top water tanks of New York

"Let's Celebrate" Series
"Line Them Up" is featured on the invitation

"The Bird Gallery" Series

Ospreys, Emu's, Penguins and more

Hope to see you on one of the Sundays in November

Cheers

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