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Martin Shaw

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This thread is about art that deserves more than a fleeting glimpse. I know that perhaps all art does, and heaven knows, some of these artists might already be well known. If so, then let’s say, more of a household name. ‘Darn it!’ … I just  thought, everybody’s art deserves another look, doesn’t it?  Anyway, let’s  get off our horses and enjoy anything that strikes a chord.  Rob Pointon below.  

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Robert Jones, Napa

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The only problem I have with that sort of painting is - it makes me want to set fire to my brushes and take to something easier: no - I entirely agree with you, the more work we see the better, and it certainly doesn't have to be household names (how many artists these days ARE household names....).  I saw one of many videos on either YouTube or Facebook some days ago, telling us that oil painting "is easy" - to which my reply consists of two words, one of such vulgarity that I wouldn't soil the eyes of PoL members with it.     Yes, it's not too hard to pick up the basics - it's extremely hard to be this good at it.... a touch of realism would help these podcasters and "influencers".  This, by the way, looks rather like Ventnor or parts thereof, my nearest town: though I'm pretty sure it isn't.  

Martin Shaw

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So well put buddy. Olivier Bertrand. She works with everyday cardboard. Sorry with the Facebook interference. 
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Cardboard??  Had to look her up.  Turns out it's a he.  But cardboard?  Whatever does it for you I guess.  Here's another of his astonishing cardboard sculptures...

Jenny Harris

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These are worth a closer look - they’re not painted, but made using various types of wool and silk.  Created by Sara of Artisan Felt Studios based in the Highlands of Scotland.

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Russell Edwards

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Some people are so talented!
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Peter Smith

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Astonishing work. 

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Fernando Botero.
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