Art practice
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S1 2025 - solo exhibition, London UK: Siméon Artamonov - Sweet Summer Child
Chapter 1 - Sense of Now
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Painting in the mind is the destination. Painting in the hand is the journey.
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Art artist life need to revolve around art. Anything else that does not contribute should be sacrificed or discarded: Attitudes, mode of thoughts, counterproductive relationships, environments and lifestyles.
Virgil Elliott • Traditional Oil Painting
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SIMÉON ARTAMONOV
Siméon Artamonov is a French artist based in London. From Russian origins, his multicultural experience influences his work, where he explores various aspects of identity and culture through vibrant colours, geometric and organic forms drawing inspiration from the principles of modern art. He Studied in Paris's most pres
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This month, I worked on multiple paintings and drawings, creating a new series of A3-sized pieces. I'm quite pleased with this format at the moment.
The series combines figurative sculptural references with organic abstract shapes, as I continually question the balance between the organic and the sculptural--shapes that feel both heavy and fluid, y... See more
The series combines figurative sculptural references with organic abstract shapes, as I continually question the balance between the organic and the sculptural--shapes that feel both heavy and fluid, y... See more
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how do you see this freedom of expression and dedication to craft manifesting in your current pieces for the exhibition?
Each piece I create is a one-of-a-kind work of art. I don't offer reprints because I believe in the value of originality and the unique connection each artwork holds. Every painting tells its own story, crafted with intention and care, making it truly singular.
For oil painters: Increase the fluidity of your paint by mixing the colour with glaze medium (a mix of linseed oil, dammar varnish and solvent), and apply with a fine round or rigger brush for flowing, even, unbroken lines.
Lisa Takahashi • Ways to Sign Your Paintings
Since artist varnish is meant to be removed in the future when it is dirty and a new coat applied, it is helpful to write in permanent marker on the back edge, which varnish you used. The person cleaning the painting in the future will thank you.
Julie Caves • How to Varnish a Painting in Oil, Water-Mixable Oil or Acrylic - Jackson's Art Blog
marking with charcoal at the moment + taking a note in my references. Use permanent marker instead.