Thursday, March 5, 2020

Barbi Larkins

This afternoon we had a visit from Lyttelton artist Barbi Larkins. She began her journey as an artist at around 9yrs of age.

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She talked about drawing what we see, as her paintings are simply some paint on a canvas. We need to look at objects in lines and colour to be able to draw accurately.

We also need to practice, practice, practice, and never stop learning!

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We can learn art in many different places - universities, art classes, youtube lessons, adults etc.

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Don't let other people put you down! She began work as a graphic designer, but after a twenty year break, she went back to her paints and started again.

It was exciting to hear Barbi's life lessons, as well as view her artworks. Thank you!

3 comments:

  1. I had so fun meeting barbi larkins and learning some skills

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  2. It was interesting when I learnt about her skills she used and to practice, to draw what you see and never stop learning.

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  3. it was really cool how she used all of those techniques to draw that horse

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