I didn't go out today. College sent us a letter with an Assignment to complete by the beginning of term, so as its raining again today I thought I might as well get started on it. The artist I've been given is Sir Anthony Van Dyck.
I didnt know anything about him until today, but now I have a little basic knowledge of his life and work. I wouldn't have chosen him to reasearch, but I guess that's the point really .... to familiarise us with Artists we wouldnt otherwise look at. He was, if you dont already know, an influential 17th Century Portrait Artist, commissioned by James 1 to paint portraits of the Royal Court and Aristocracy. He was born in Antwerp into a wealthy merchant family, apprenticed to Rubens, influenced by Bellini and Founder of the English School of Painting. That's a little of what I've found out today. My next step is to look at the historical context of his work, see if I can find any interesting snippets about his life and study some of his paintings.
I must admit I would have prefered to research someone a little more exciting .... !
Taking a break from my studies I shot some photos of my work room and the garden during the dry interlude this afternoon. Oh what a intoxicating, invigorating, electrifying day I've had ...... !
Yes, I know I have washing out on the line ....ever the optimist!
Oh and just so you know ..... its still raining!
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