Perugina Art

Moonlight series

inspired by the Zodiac sign of Cancer
Luna luminosa non e` da nasconderti

luminous moon no reason to hide

no 4

watercolour and gouache

on arches cp 300gsm

38×57 cm

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Moonlight series
inspired by the Zodiac sign of Cancer

il bagno al chiaro di Luna

moonlight bathe

no 3

watercolour and gouache
on arches
cp 300gsm

38×57 cm
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Moonlight series
inspired by the Zodiac sign of Cancer

Luna Piena, Sogni d’Oro

full moon, dreams of gold

no 2

watercolour and gouache

on arches

cp 300gsm

38×57 cm

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This watercolour and its title is based on an old Italian expression.

Moonlight series

inspired by the Zodiac sign of Cancer
luccentezza di Luna, mosso del Mare

lustre of moon, movement of sea

no 1

watercolour and gouache

on arches
cp 300gsm

38 x 57 cm

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another late night painting

it's 1.45am

the moon tonight was hidden from view

this left me wanting for her

the Zodiac sign Cancer is a water sign ruled by the moon

being Cancerian i very much feel her presence

and tonight sense her absence

therefore painting her in my sky instead

come take my hand

together we will walk out of the darkness

watercolour and gouache

on arches

cp 300gsm

38 x 57 cm

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come take my hand

together we will walk out of the darkness

the eucalypts will again sprout from blackened trunks
there will be no forgetting
lives lost will never be lost through memories kept close
come take my hand
we will remember
and together we will help rustle the canopies of the mighty eucalypts once more.

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In Remembrance

for those lives lost during the
Victorian Bushfires

Black Saturday 7th February, 2009

Australia's National Day
of Mourning
Sunday February 22nd, 2009

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Artist’s Palette Magazine, Issue 71 (Published by Woodlands Publishing Pty Ltd) distributed to North America, New Zealand and Singapore, has in this month’s publication featured a 6 page Insight Article and Demonstration about my work.

A very heartfelt thank you to its editor, Trevor Lang for providing me this opportunity to show some of my artworks and talk about my art journey and early inspiration, and also to show a work in progress via Demonstration featuring

The Garden God II - Tribute to Norman.

Trevor has been more than generous featuring me in this art publication when some of my Watercolour Ladies appeared in the section Lang’s Gallery supporting beginning and emerging Australian artists last year.

The magazine is available now through newsagents and via subscription.

Thank you also to the magazine providing me with a quarter page add for Perugina Art which will appear in next month’s issue.

A huge thank you to those who have already seen the article and have emailed me or dropped me a line with best wishes of love, encouragement and support.

abbracci a voi tutti

hugs to you all.

la perugina

we cry

for the people - for the animals - for the land

27 x 35 cm

watercolour on arches
cp 300gsm

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In memory of the people who lost their lives and in support of those who have been directly effected by the devastating Victorian bushfires in Australia

Saturday 7 February, 2009.

Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

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My first painting for 2009 has me dearly wishing it was not something inspired by such tragedy.
My mood and those of many others not conducive to painting whatsoever as each day over the last week this sad news has filled our homes that being the tragic loss of 209 beautiful souls at last count.

mothers
fathers
sons
daughters
babies
entire families

My paints were packed yesterday, not knowing what to paint,

so i painted my thoughts and prayers

reaching out to those who are in pain.

i am in pain
for the people - for the animals – for the land
i cry

we cry

the tears of a nation
falling on the blackened land
which now is

sacred ground.

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Sales of this card, prints

We Cry

will go to

The Red Cross

Bushfire Appeal

You can purchase this card through

Redbubble

CASS
Combined Art Societies of Sydney 19th Annual 'Art of Sydney' Awards
Opening Night held at
The Terrace Room, National Maritime Museum, Darling Harbour

The Combined Art Societies of Sydney are honoured to have the
Governor of NSW,
Her Excellency
Professor Marie Bashir AC CVO as its Patron.

Her Excellency extended that honour in favouring us with her presence on Opening Night on Friday 23rd January, 2009 and we were very much inspired by her words of encouragement with regard to dedicating ourselves to art and its creation.

Soheir Ehinger and I enjoyed our night immenseley despite not picking up any awards ourselves and were delighted and excited to mix and mingle with the honorary guests including our

Invited Judge John Wilson FRAS

Congratulations to all who won awards.

To David Lake A.R.A.S. a member of Oatley 101 Society of Artists who was awarded
'Artist of the Year'.

Roslyn Psakis who won 'Best In Show' for her beautiful painting "Little Smooth Shell".

I would like to also especially mention and congratulate

Freda Surgenor, who received a Commendation for her spectacular painting "Fruit Blend" and Marion Chapman fellow Redbubbler receiving a Commendation for her painting in the Miniatures "Bassist". It was wonderful to finally meet Marion on the night as we have been supporting each other on RB.

The holiday season is almost over and it will again be time for the Societies to kick start a brand new year.

All the best for 2009!
Happy painting.

la Perugina

You can view my entries in the
CASS Exhibition
HERE

look what i've got!

SLIDESHOW

Celebrating my recent sale had me making a bee line to
Eckersley’s Art Supplies in Sydney yesterday in 40 degree Celsius heat,

that was not going to stop me however, determined to find it as i had
never been there before, so with the Gregory's in hand i discovered

Art Heaven!

thought i’d treat myself to the largest roll of Arches 300 gsm CP paper i could find,

it's 1150mm x 6000mm.

Eckerley's had 6 meters of it in stock, so i bought the whole lot,
and of course it was on sale – Perugina was one happy girl.

i am in love with this roll!

have to honour it by making a slideshow of this important milestone below!

i know...i know...i'm crazy!

when you're happy you do crazy things.
Buffy was excited for me also!

Tee hee hee

Now... what to do with it

? ? ?

Paint on it why of course!

But what?

Perhaps if i cuddle it some more, inspiration will come.

it's so creamy and smooth and delicious!

Can i say that?

LOL

PS...the moon is almost full!

sold

beneath blue mountain gums

a tribute to the beautiful Blue Mountains
a Contemporary Piece

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The Photo & Artz Works Gallery

Culburra Beach NSW

Gallery owner and Director Noel Elliot established a photo and art gallery in February of 2006 in Culburra Beach, NSW. The gallery exhibits some of his own work, photography and art, and he also supports new and emerging artists.

A few weeks ago after meeting each other at a Redbubble lunch (organised by Rose Moxon), he invited me to exhibit some of my works, 2 of which now hang in his boutique style gallery.

This afternoon he called with some very exciting news, that my large work Beneath Blue Mountain Gums - A Contemporary Piece had been sold.

Many thanks to you Noel for giving me this wonderful opportunity to exhibit my work.

I am thrilled for us both and am delighted this piece, has made its way to the home it was meant to be in. It's the ultimate validation - you cannot put a price on this kind of satisfaction - it's awesome!

What a fantastic start to 2009!

Had better get some more paintings to you Noel and sincere apologies if i have caused any hearing impairment. (((hugs))) perugina

all but one makes it in

Alexia

No 10

Watercolour Ladies

didn't make it in, however i'm extremely happy to announce that 5 out of my 6 entries survived pre-selection for the CASS - Combined Art Societies of Sydney 'Art of Sydney' Awards

which will be held at

The Terrace Room, National Maritime Museum, Darling Harbour

January 23 - 27, 2009

My entries include those below, I am particularly ecstatic that 'the Garden God II - a tribute to Norman' made it through, as it will feature in the Artist's Palette magazine Issue 71 early in the new year as a work in progress.

My year is indeed off to a good and exciting start.

Congratulations to all who those that will have paintings exhibited and Bon Chance.

Patron of CASS, Her Excellency Professor Marie Bashir AC CVO,Governor of New South Wales will be in attendance on Opening Night.

See you all there!

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works entered

just a man

thoughts can overwhelm, a powerful force humbling the resolute.

graphite

Section
works on paper

the Garden God II - a tribute to Norman

Section watercolour

xk - 067

Section watercolour

blue swimmer dinner

Section watercolour

Coco Kiss

graphite

Section

works on paper

xk - 067

31 X 21 cm

watercolour on arches
cp 300gsm

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done & dusted and a little bit rusted

i so wanted to finish this before the seasonal festivities.

I am entering the
CASS - Combined Art Societies of Sydney
The 'Art of Sydney' Awards
and today is the day my entries are due.
So i have been working under pressure to get this finished, having done so 'in the nick of time' this morning.

i took a photo of this classic Jag earlier in the year, it's just rusting away in our neighbourhood street much to my horror!
I thought it would make a great picture to accompany a letter i wrote to a friend a while ago titled,

'life is a bitumen road
people are the cars'

Wanting to give a car a go, (my brother would be proud as there is no bigger petrol head than he living on the planet) i thought there was no better one to try than this.

Using masking fluid i wrote, more like scrawled, those words over the top before painting.

Let me say writing with this stuff isn't easy and it had its challenges.

i have submitted 6 paintings which i hope will be selected to feature in this annual exhibition.

It will be held at

The Terrace Room
National Maritime Museum
Darling Harbour
January 23 - 27, 2009

Opening Night
January 23rd, 2009 at 7.30

Judge
John Wilson
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Bon Chance to all who are entering.

my year in reviewTuesday 30 December, 2008

A year on the blog has come to an end,
so i write to you now in hope that i send,
This message of thanks which i type from the heart,
to help me prepare for the New Year which starts.

A great year it was, as i cast my eye back.
I can absolutely say that i gave it a crack.
Oils, acrylics and a landscape or two,
a brand new series called Le Donne in Blu.
January passed with not much of any art,
just goals that were written to ensure a good start.
Frightened, scared, limited computer skills too,
0 8 and my thoughts made their official debut.

Protestations voiced, no names will i mention,
his words of support, no doubt of good intention.
Motivated, inspired and ready to show,
perugina was prepared to give it a go.

The year slow to start kicked off with a nude,
acrylic in brown ‘bodacious’ the review.
My first work in progress a vase that was black.Some florals, gums, and a lady sitting back.

Now March was exciting a series anew,
eight watercolour ballerinas made their debut.
Prima, Brava and Curtain Call made,
Encore, Stanca and Si Riposa now stayed.

Pink tulle gowns and points, performed pirouettes,
for the people who watched them, they’d never forget.
As they danced on Arches which served as their stage,
in various poses their audience engaged.

A holiday was had in the midst of all this,
Soldiers Point where i stayed made painting such bliss.
My passions indulged here were indeed smart,
a crab meant for pasta was turned into art.

Blue Swimmer for Dinner,a painting unknown,
of seagulls on sand,
and thongs left unowned.
This holiday a creative person’s delight,
painting and drawing from morning till night.

April and May were the busiest by far,
there were pumpkins, watercolour ladies
and miniature jars.A day spent with David,
obsessions with vintage themes.
The people on forums,
no doubt did they scream,
‘No more perugina for we’ve seen enough!’
Of vases and miniatures, we need some new stuff.
So off i did go to do my own thing,
to see what new thoughts
i would have now to bring.

What to do with my ballet girls dancing in pink.
A book for little girls was what I did think.
Le Belle Ballerine is now a nice book,
for those who not know, i ask you to look.

HERE

June saw the start of the gums without trunks,
leaves painted yellow and green missing chunks.
Concerned that they looked like sardines from afar,
asking all those i knew to view how bizarre.

July had me enter my first major comp,
i knew i should try and give it a shot.
A Sculptor called Alan he wondered around,
and thought that my crab looked quite safe and sound.
To my utter surprise was given a commended,
all in all i thought it quite splendid.

July was a month meeting artists of note,
see Workshop in Oil with John Wilson unquote.
There was Alan at the Annual and Artist’s Palette magazine,
where my Watercolour Ladies featured for me was a dream.

Coco Kiss in August wins another award,
my gorgeous girl i’m sure in Heaven applauds.
i miss her still for she was my mate,
here at home as i painted her company great.

August sees other surprises in store,
a commission of sorts too hard to ignore.
Announced later on and to work i must tend,
for extensions aren’t granted and time i must spend.

There are series known and ones that debuted,
Watercolour Ladies and Instruments that continue.
Suggestions for some to feature on mugs,
To those all i say is, i smile and i shrug.

My blogs there are many and some are now private,
To view these my mates are only invited.
My works there were many created this year,
Last count i think 50 perhaps more it's feared.
i would like to see these together in one go,
i hope you like the above slideshow.

A lover of Norman sees me painting a God!Two graphites, an oil and then art comes to a halt.
My furry boy Buffy not well he does fair,
with everyone helping with thoughts and their prayers.
Thank you

With the year closing fast i’ll have to be quick,
with the clacking of keys and mouse that i click.
To upload this poem which reviews this past year,
i thank those that helped me along you’re so dear.

It’s now i make mention the support i have known,
thus far on my travels in art that has grown.
Sandra and Nick and those on AAF,
you know who you are
i’m really quite blessed.
Wayne, Sweetmango to V and to L,
Helm i still apologise for i thought you weren’t a girl.

My new friends from bubble,
Rose, Philip and Peter,
Renate and Rory who couldn’t be sweeter.
There’s Jared who helped me with blogging and stuff,
Freda, Anni and Marion i thank you so much.

Cheryl, Joel, David who pop by now and then,
Mimi, Ayie, and Mauro my Italian friend.
Wendi, Srishti, Amy and Noel you’re so kind,
i hope i haven’t left anyone behind.

There are many to thank behind the scenes,
who offer support and that go unseen.
Their comments and support are equally valued,
And to them i simply say...

Thank you.

i’ve had a great year and goals i’ve fulfilled,
some were surprises and on skills I did build.
In prep for my next adventures to have,
on this path that I follow with the Gregory’s i’ll nav.

My eyes open wide i’ll be ready to learn,
more excitement no doubt with each and every turn.
With paper horded and brushes in hand,
i look forward to 0 9 with what it has planned.

Who knows what's in store,
just hope i don’t bore.
i thank you all for being here,
and i look forward to seeing you all next year!

(((HUGS & LOVE)))

Perugina

aka
Patricia

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i would like to thank and mention those here,
in no particular order but dear.
Each in their own giving support in some way,
be it love, friendship, in my thoughts they will stay.

Thanks for making my year great.

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Maria Gavass, Cliff, Giulia Raggiunti, Graeme Banks, Cheryl Newman,

Peter Zentjens, Miriam Arnaboldi, Mario La Rossa, Susan Moss,

Wendi S, Maria Kellner, Freda Surgenor, Sandra Wilson,

Marcella Vaccarelli, Patrizia Magarini, Soheir & Rudi Ehinger,

Bob Abrahams, Johannes Wessmark, Nicholas Simmons, John Marsh,

Mimi Torchia Boothby, Carmen & Phillip Bonnici, Joe Vannucci, Fiona Tiplady,

Amy Stevens, Vince & Bina Vannucci, Rory Stapleton, David Brayshaw,

Philip Johnson, Loretta & Nazz Diomedi, Renate Dartois, Maria & Antonio La Rossa,

Wayne Roberts, Jared Ravell, Guanita & Brendon Weston,

Jilly, Rose Moxon, Monique Sartor, Frederick Gonnet, Reina Francis,

Corinne Pouzet, Sonia & Piero Maestri, Marion Chapman, Rubina Iachini,

Ingrid Russell, David Burge, Steph Granshaw, Anni Morris,

Noel Elliot, Nora Sallows, Paolo Marchiori, John Wilson, Michelle Armstrong,

Ron Richmond, Craig Shillington, Sarah, Giuseppina Gerrometta,

June Brown, Norma Jones, Trevor Lang, Vesna Maksimovic,

James Mackie, Jade E Henderson, CateTownsend, Angela De Angelis,

Ron, Gwen Jones, Olga, Barbara, Denise, Amy, Evelyn, J-C Saint Po,

Joel Spencer, Ana C B, Joyce Williams, Dave Edwards, Dorino Ragnioli,

Panny Katsaros, Carlo & Diana Fontanelli, Michelle Giacobello, Mike (Stirling),

Judy, Adriana Glackin, Holley, Kim Grace, Suzie (Sooz), Roberto Santarelli,

Alessandra Magarini, Antonietta Palumbi, Lillian Tiplady, Ada Raggiunti,

Panny Katsaros, Corrado & Diana Ardizzi, Sam & Antonella Biasi, Anni Maree Gill,

Mel (Nadia's), Srishti Wilhelm, Mauro Baglieri, Helen Kosenko, Jack Wanza, Jackie & Zamira.

lunch with redbubblers
Photography by Juilee Pryor

Shot with her pint-sized fisheye lomo using 35 mm film, Juilee was able to keep in with the Bubble theme capturing key moments at a casual gathering graciously hosted by Rose Moxon.

Thank you Rose for thinking of me and inviting me along to your home for what was a great afternoon mingling and meeting with some of the people that make redbubble such a wonderful place! It was suggested we try and have a bubblemeet as often as we can!

The luncheon was held for Martin - 'head honcho' who was here in Sydney to attend the Open Universities Fast Thinking Inaugural Innovation Awards - redbubble was awarded the runner-up prize in the Digital Innovation category. It was fantastic to meet with you Martin and along with our congratulations… most were impressed and totally floored especially when you demonstrated to all, your skills in that domestic activity 'shirked by most,' women in particular - ironing... and we have the photographic evidence to prove that 'a man' can indeed iron! In fact Rose was surprised she even owned an ironing board! LOL

Martin and Suzie sitting in the background

Bill Fonesca and me - la Perugina

Bill Fonesca, Martin, Rosalie Dale and Adriana Glackin

Bill, me and Noel Elliot

Dubbed 'Iron Man Martin' ironing his shirt for the awards night.

We all thought the wearing of a 'redbubble T-Shirt' would be the proper endorsement

to show he truly believes and lives in

'the bubble!'

Tania Rose with her little boy. Tania was very generous giving us each a copy of her latest CD 'Feather's Breath - Music of the Air' which was a pleasure to listen to on my 1 hr drive home. Thank you Tania (((HUGS))) Wishing you all the very best.

Martin, Rosalie and Adriana

concentrate the mind

buddha

acrylic on stretched canvas

61×91 cm

Painted with brushes, a sponge & fingers.

with

text overlay
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Blocking in colour at first had me utilizing brushes and as I started to contour the facial features used my fingers rubbing in colour as well as wiping it away with a sponge.
He looks a little rustic as a result, which I don’t mind.

I may add to this in the future... however for the 'present moment' am quite happy to live with him as he is.

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'L'

You are always using those famous two words and thoughts immediately turned to you

as they were read, written and painted.

Love to you.

Namaste

liliums

for the love of flowers

watercolour on montval
185 gsm

17 x 73 cm

Have gone back to my old habits of tearing my paper into thin strips.

i may save on paper, unfortunately framing can be costly when ordered custom made.

It also seems that with the official arrival of summer and all the beautiful blooms available and flourishing in the garden sees me very much inspired, returning to painting flowers big time.

I am hoping that during the holiday break I can spare a little more time devoting myself to these and adding to my

'for the love of flowers'.

It feels like i have been away from them for ages.

i feel an agapanthus coming on!

Gardenias are also on the list.

in loving memory of

Tara

(1993 - 2008)

watercolour

Tara sleeping on her favourite chair.

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You were taken too soon from those who loved you,

You were part of our ‘fur family’

Much loved by Fiona

She will miss you always.

This is for you sweet Tara,
We now fight for you

When you weren’t able to fight for yourself.
We will never forget you.

May you forever walk and play in lavender fields

free and safe.

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Tonight i have spent a contemplative hour painting this watercolour which i will give Fiona, my sister-in-law, who has been left traumatised and distraught by her loss of her much beloved Tara of 15 years and the tragic way it occurred.

Last Monday 24th November, 2008 while Tara was sitting on the veranda of her home catching the last rays of the sun, sitting by her favourite lavender bush, two Bull Mastiffs ran into the property and savagely mauled her between them.

Fiona watched and tried in vain to save Tara sustaining injuries herself in this attack.

When the dogs were finished, Fiona was left holding Tara who died in her arms.

Poor little Tara was just too little to save herself despite the fight she put up.

This incident has angered all of us.

These marauding dogs were left to roam the streets unleashed and unsupervised!

I have spent most of the last week emailing the Council, Local Paper (who are now writing a story about it) State & Federal Members in the area, making sure these people are made accountable for all that occurred, as well as checking on Fiona most days.

Fiona's injuries are on the mend, however she has been left devastated and is traumatised, suffering from constant 'flash backs'.

I cannot begin to imagine what this was like for her in that moment and those in the street that witnessed it.

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Fiona, you are very much in my prayers and my thoughts at this time.