Mike often drives around to do some drawings. Written by Mike Lamble For years I spent many hours working from editors notes and photos supplied by which ever publisher I worked for at the time. I always knew I had produced a successful illustration as FEDEX came to my studio to “ship” it to New […] More details »
Happy Discovery – written by Mike Lamble
The painting is hung on the ward wall on Level8, RNSH. Written by Mike Lamble As many of you know, last year I especially painted a sunset had it framed at Shore Style picture framers and donated it to the new Royal North Shore Hospital as an expression of appreciation for the wonderful care in […] More details »
Ask Our Students – Neeti Baura (Thursday 6.30-9pm)
” There is always a positive atmosphere, lots of cheeky jokes and it’s great to be around people who share a passion for art and learning.” “The Rose” oil painting by Neeti Name: Neeti Baura Occupation: Doctor Joined NSA: Term2 2011 NSA: What doodle / drawing / painting did you do in your early life […] More details »
“ERIKA” The finished painting. – written by Mike Lamble
Erika, Painting and Mike – NSA ANNUAL EXHIBITION 2013 AT MOSMAN ART GALLERY. Written by Mike Lamble About a year ago I worte a blog “What has the Titanic got to do with Mike’s Portrait?”. I will quote from a few selected lines; “In painting this portrait of Erika in the the way the Renaissance […] More details »
Ask Our Students – Lucy Bremner (Wednesday 7-9pm)
” I’ve come to know a lot of the people at the school and I really enjoy the laid-back, flexible and companionable atmosphere. It reminds me of being in Design College.” “Home amongst the gum trees” oil painting by Lucy Name: Lucy Bremner Occupation: Home Duties (studied Textile Design many years back 1996) Joined NSA: […] More details »
[REVIEW] Art Talk at the Art Gallery of NSW – Written by Mike Lalmble
Art Talk at the Art Gallery of NSW Written by Mike Lamble I wanted to thank all of you for giving me such a great time by allowing me to indulge my passion for standing in front of original paintings and talking about them at the Art Gallery of NSW, just by being there all […] More details »
REVIEW – Annual Exhibition – written by Mike Lamble
NSA ANNUAL EXHIBITION 2013 AT MOSMAN ART GALLERY. Written by Mike Lamble This is the sceond time we have had our annual exhibition at Mosman Art Gallery. It is always exciting to see our students’ progress in their artworks the end of the year. As I looked around the paintings and drawings assembled, I had […] More details »
NSA ANNUAL EXHIBITION 2013
NSA ANNUAL EXHIBITION 2013 AT MOSMAN ART GALLERY. Written by Mike Lamble Celebration Night: 6.30pm SATURDAY 18th JANUARY ( Simple drinks and snacks will be served ). Venue: Mosman Art Gallery Dates: Saturday 18th ~ Thursday 23rd January 2014 Opening Hours: 10am ~ 5pm Whoopee! Will see you all at our annual exhibition. I want […] More details »
Art talk at the Art Gallery of NSW by Mike Lamble
Art Talks at the NSW Art Gallery by Mike Lamble. ‘Art a la Cart’, a personal view by Mike Lamble. Saturday 7th of December, 2pm. We will explore various paintings from the gallery’s permanent collection – ‘A Magical Mystery Tour’. To gain access to the paintings of great artists is to go on a journey […] More details »
“Talent? What talent?” – written by Mike Lamble
The scenary sketch by Mike Lamble. Written by Mike Lamble It was great to see that some of my students practiced drawing in the recent holidays. You have no idea how that encourages me as a teacher, it is an essential discipline if you want to improve as artists. I have mentioned to most of […] More details »
“Angel in the Rain” – written by Steve Murnaghan (Thursday 6.30-9pm)
Steve and his painting “Angel in the rain”. Written by Steve Murnaghan (joining Thursday class 6.30-9pm) Thursday night students have shared my journey this year with the progress of Angel in the Rain which I was delighted to finish last month. It is now framed and has pride of place in my lounge room at […] More details »
“How touched was I by the events of 9/11” – written by Mike Lamble
“The Indian Village” by Mike Lamble. Written by Mike Lamble I was reminded last week that it was the twelfth anniversary of the events of September 11 2001, the attack on the World Trade Centre shocking us all as we stared in disbelief at our TV screens. At the time I was working for The […] More details »
Thank you for all of your kind words. – written by Mike Lamble
Last picture of Henry (8yo) taken at the Vets – Friday 30th August 2013. Written by Mike Lamble This week was a very sad week for all of us connected to the art school as we lost a much loved and highly valued member of staff. He loved going sketching with me all over NSW […] More details »
” Will miss you all ! ” -written by Mike Lamble
Written by Mike Lamble I pinch myself to think I have you guys round me every day of the week I am probably one of the few people that loves what they do and looks forward to Mondays. Love what you do and do what you love has been my approach to my working life […] More details »
Ask Our Teacher – Ako Lamble (iPad Art)
“I suppose what I do on my creative works has been based on “what if” spirit and editing (mixing/collaging) methods.” iPad Art by Ako Lamble / Procreate appThe gif animation was created with Corel Painter. Name: Ako Lamble Teaching at NSA: iPad Art Weekly Classes / iPad Art Workshops Joined NSA since: 2002 NSA: What […] More details »
Mosman Youth Art Prize 2013: Congratulations Olivia! – written by Mike Lamble
NSA Teenage students visited Mosman Art Gallery to see Mosman Youth Art Prize Written by Mike Lamble This Art school has supported the Mosman Youth Art Prize for more than ten years with prize money and Mike acting as judge in certain categories because I believe its my responsibility to nurture their creativity and encourage […] More details »
Ask Our Students – Ann Reeves (Wednesday 7-9pm)
” I take an art classTo improve my abilityTo see others’ creativity.” Name: Ann Reeves (Wednesday 7-9pm) Joined NSA: around 2 years ago NSA: What doodle / drawing / painting did you do in your early life that you were the most proud of? How old were you? ANN: 13~14yo. NSA: Have you been always […] More details »
“Being creative with an active toddler in tow” – written by Hannah Klupiec
Written by Hannah Klupiec Being creative with an active toddler in tow is harder than expected. I enjoy the spirited one so much though some times he is the great negotiator. I still crave time for myself but have to sacrifice this time often. I work part time then come home to see him and […] More details »
iPad Art – “Why iPad Art instead of iPad Painting? ” written by Ako Lamble
“A desk lamp in the morning sun” iPad Art by Ako Lamble Written by Ako Lamble Hi Everyone, I deliberately call my class “iPad Art” class instead of calling “iPad Painting” or “iPad Drawing” class because it is not just for draw/paint digitally, you can do more with iPad, I’ll show you one of the […] More details »
The new arrangement for the Monday night class -written by Mike Lamble
New arrangement for the monday night class. Written by Mike Lamble The new arrangement will start from Term 3 In my last blog I wrote about the benefits and pleasure of life drawing this was written as an encouragement not only to my students but to other artists and students who may read my words. […] More details »