Bright Concepts for Winter

Ram's Head in progress .......

Me at Work... and Play!

Usually early mornings or late into the night. Above shows me mapping the painting by hand in pencil. Once I am happy with the concept the fun begins!

Pan da-Mania- Red (small)

Materials: Acrylic, Interference colour and 3D paint

Size: 20cm x 25.7cm x 4cm deep canvas

Price: £20.00

(item can be purchased as a pair)

Pan Da -Mania Blue (small)

Materials: Blue Ceramic Speckle bead, Acrylic, Interference colour, and 3D paint

Size: 20cm x 25.7cm x 4 cm

Price: £25.00

(item can be purchased as a pair)

Pan da Mania - Green Study 3

Size:35.5cm x 45.7cm x 4 cm deep canvas

Materials: Acrylic, Interference Colour, and 3D paints.

Price: £65.00

Ram's Head- Study 2

Latest Commission Pieces September

Swirling Sunset- study 2- Price: £250.00

The last few weeks has found me dotting from market stalls promoting my creations, to work, ..to family commitments, meetings with prospective clients, ....and still finding time for my commissions. Above is one of many I have completed. This was created for my dear 'Soul-brother' ......, he viewed the 'original' Swirling Sunset, and wanted the same idea but as a larger concept to fit his living room area. I so loved the finished piece even more than the original, so much so that I am looking to create another for my own home.

Pan Women- Study 2 (detail A)

Pan Women- study 2 (Detail B)

Pan Women- Study 2 ( full view) size: 50 x 100 cm. Price: £350.00

This commissioned piece was created for my Auntie and Uncle. On their first visit to the UK earlier this year, they had the pleasure of viewing my paintings at 'Portland Road Arts Festival' 2009. The 'original' Pan Women, that evening was the most popular painting of the evening. It's from this concept we sat together to create the piece you see above. Again I so loved doing this piece, which I managed to complete in 3 days. And I am even more thrilled as this piece was shipped this week to the US where they live. Yes Y'alll.... 'Kulturess' is going international!

My advice to you is to get in quick whilst my prices are reasonable, and ofcause beautiful!

My New Collection- Carnival Concepts 2009

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Pan-da-Mania- Blue

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'Mother of Carnival'

(Painting inspired by 'Claudia Jones'- founder of Notting Hill Carnival- UK)

Well what a weekend it was at the 'Grand Carnival Extravaganza Costume Splash' at Alexander Place.

The last few months I found myself in my zone, just painting and enjoying the moment. I was mainly working on more paintings to build on my 'Carnival Concepts' ..... Moko-Jumbie and Tenor Pan were about to have an extended familly! ........

I then came across this event and thought this maybe a good platform to test out my works. So, in 3 weeks I perfected my creativity not knowing how many I could produce or if they would be good enough in the 'public' dormain.

That morning I was so nervous, and had no sleep the night before yet somehow I was fresh faced and full of energy. The day itself was tremendous! the feedback I received was more than I could of expected.

All paintings are for sale.... and if you are late in catching the one you like don't dispare as I welcome commissions!

A very big Thank you to all who came by my stall to purchased, comment, or give advice as it was greatly appriecieated. And ofcause a special Thanks to my immediate family and friends who assisted me with 'Baby-sitting-duties'!!!!!!!

So! it gives me great pleasure to introduce to you 'MY Carnival Concepts'. Please I say again, make a comment and sign up to be 'a follower' of my blogs. Sending out Blessings to Y'all! ... Kulturess XXXX

Selections with details

Moonlight - detail

Moonlight- £75.00

My Swirling Sunset- detail

My Swirling Sunset. £75.00

Georgia In Red-£185.00

Heads of Wisdom -£65.00

Please make contact if you require further details on the sizes, prices of the paintings on my blogpage. Thank you for viewing, and don't forget to join as a 'follower'. with love Kulturess xxx

Carnival Concepts

More Paintings for June

Above is a snap shot of my paintings on display at the exhibition. From Left- 'Woman Relax', 'Mother Protects', 'Orange and Gold', 'Moonlight', 'Pan Women', and 'Swirling Sunset'.

Who is Kulturess- study 1 & 2

Abstract self portrait of myself.

Leaf Study

Inspired by nature and all things naturally green.

African Mask

Inspired by my visit to Nigeria in 2006. The colours are particularly chosen for its richness and to further depict the hidden beauty of the land. You are either descendants of the Yoruba or Ibo tribes and my mask is neither but instead its my 'YoruIbo'. Its a marriage of two strong souls inspired by my visit to their local museum.

Works of Art at 'Treasures'.

The painting above is called 'Embrace'- study 2.

An abstract piece created in acrylic paints and multi coloured beads. It illustrates a couple courting in the traditional sense, respecting each others culture and values. By now they know each others thoughts, respect each others feelings and dream of being one in the future. Their love is endless.

My First Official Exhibition

I had the pleasure of being asked to exhibit some of my paintings at this years 'Portland Road Arts Festival', and what an honour it was!

Above is one of my 'star' feature for the evening. Over 80% of the guests had nothing but praise for this painting, simple called 'Pan Women'. It was inspired by my experiences over the years in Trinidad for the carnival season. I believe there is nothing sweeter than the sound of the 'pan' at carnival time. Its a painting I can adapt for the individual to suit their needs by the use of vibrant colours or elaborate textures. The amount of people who attended suited the venue and it meant I could tell my story on how my ideas came about for each piece.

I walked away from the experience with words such as 'Beautiful', 'Inspiring', 'Innovative', 'Versatile', 'Diverse', and 'Vibrant', buzzing in my head. Little do these guests realise they have triggered more creations for the future. I just hope there is enough hours in the day and night to create them all.

A special thanks goes out to 'Heather' at Treasures, Portland Road, South Norwood, for giving me this opportunity. I will also go further to thank all who came on Friday evening - family, friends, and the general public as your support was greatly appreciated. If I didn't know then I know now that I am blessed with a talent which needs to be shared with others.

Remember they are ALL for sale, and can be viewed at Treasures for one week only. Failing this please feel free to contact me in person for commissioned pieces.

God Bless, Kulturess xxxx

Mother Protects- the concept

'Mother Protects' is a collage created on canvas (30 x50cm) using acrylic paint, 3D gold and blue glitter paint, various shades of orange stone beads. This painting is part of a series of which you will view in the later future. The image portrays two women. One of which is standing with her hands gently placed on her two children's shoulders, and the other of a Mother-to-be who will begin her mother instincts of protection from this early stage. This idea came about from a conversation with a 'soul sister' on what our 'true' commitments are as women on this earth. I hope the painting stirs the mind of all who views it. So, Breath and Exhale..... with Blessings, Kulturess.

Mother protects

Various concepts

Moko Jumbie- Study 1

Moko Jumbie- Man

Tenor Pan- Red on Black & Red on White

Moko Jumbie- Lady

Tenor Pan- Red on Black

April- Influences of Carnival

Towards the end of March and early April I find myself drawn to Trinidad and even more so as Carnival in Trinidad has come to an end. Years ago I was blessed to have the opportunity to take part, and take part I DID! I saw everything from the preparations of the costumes in the mass camps, to the fetes from sun down to sunrise, JOUVERT! (oil and glitter!!) all with a bottle or two of 'water' to keep me going. My paintings this month are influenced by the costumes, people, colour, texture and the details of what I observed with my artistic eye. It is a concept I will be returning to later in the year as my sketch book is FULL of more concepts in this area. So for the moment here is a taster! .... So, just breath and exhale this experience with me. Please don't forget to join my blog so you can continue to follow my progress. Much Love and Blessings, Kulturess XXX

Orange and Gold

My Selections for March 09

Pictured above are a few of my paintings thus far. I have given myself themes for each month, but I find myself being inspired by everything around me. Some evenings it maybe as much as three themes in one night! And I still don't know how I am finding the energy to produce this work. In the end I know my love for art and all things creative has a lot to do with it. I hope you too enjoy the work uploaded this month. Oh, my theme for this month is 'Collage and Colour'. Blessing, Kulturess.

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Ram Head Lady- detail

PAINTINGS IN PROGRESSION