Tag Archives: Zebras

Nov 20 2009

Black & White in Art and Africa

A retrospective review of Black & White in my art, and associated thoughts in the process of paying tribute to our former President, Nelson Mandela.

Posted in Blog | Also tagged Art School, Black&White, Inspirational Quotes, my Painting Archives, Nelson Mandela | 2 Comments

Feb 22 2009

Zerendipity Zebras (Serendipity Zebras)

It is not often that a coincidence like this happens in painting; when I receive two separate commissions containing zebras, both destined for America. "Serendipity" seemed like an appropriate word to describe this chance occurrence.

Posted in Blog, Gallery, Wildlife Assorted, wildlife | Also tagged Watercolour | 3 Comments

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