rjf76
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by rjf76 on Feb 12, 2016 23:44:06 GMT 1, Just a little delivery from the UPS man... PEZ BLACK MIRROR ALUMINIUM ED OF 9 8 Colour Screen Print On 1mm Aluminium Sign & Dated By The Artist 79.5 x 54 cm Edition Of 9 2015 It's pretty stunning in the flesh...hard to photograph! Still waiting on mine to arrive here in the States... ย Was there a backing hanger or is it going to need to be framed?
No it will need a framing solution! Haven't got that far yet!
Just a little delivery from the UPS man... PEZ BLACK MIRROR ALUMINIUM ED OF 9 8 Colour Screen Print On 1mm Aluminium Sign & Dated By The Artist 79.5 x 54 cm Edition Of 9 2015 It's pretty stunning in the flesh...hard to photograph! Still waiting on mine to arrive here in the States... ย Was there a backing hanger or is it going to need to be framed? No it will need a framing solution! Haven't got that far yet!
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Ruggs
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Ruggs on Feb 13, 2016 0:15:43 GMT 1, 2' x 3' BAST popeye canvas - amazing depth and texture in person. most definitely part of the permanent collection FanBloodytASTic!
2' x 3' BAST popeye canvas - amazing depth and texture in person. most definitely part of the permanent collection FanBloodytASTic!
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Amber Halo
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April 2013
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Amber Halo on Feb 13, 2016 0:19:50 GMT 1, Funny seeing this, as my wife was just flying back from Tokyo and had her pick me up a bottle of the Hibiki 17 at the duty free. The 12 and 30 was all gone, just 17 and 21.
Funny seeing this, as my wife was just flying back from Tokyo and had her pick me up a bottle of the Hibiki 17 at the duty free. The 12 and 30 was all gone, just 17 and 21.
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Complex iCom
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March 2015
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Complex iCom on Feb 13, 2016 0:20:30 GMT 1, That's gorgeous! I can imagine the metallic surface makes the second figure come alive, thanks for posting.
That's gorgeous! I can imagine the metallic surface makes the second figure come alive, thanks for posting.
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Complex iCom
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Complex iCom on Feb 13, 2016 0:24:48 GMT 1, Great piece also I see the master Charles Burns on your bookshelf, I'd love a piece of his! Thanks for sharing.
Great piece also I see the master Charles Burns on your bookshelf, I'd love a piece of his! Thanks for sharing.
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Cornish Crayon
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December 2007
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Cornish Crayon on Feb 13, 2016 0:42:46 GMT 1, [/a][/quote]Funny seeing this, as my wife was just flying back from Tokyo and had her pick me up a bottle of the Hibiki 17 at the duty free.ย The 12 and 30 was all gone, just 17 and 21. [/quote]
I've wanted a Japanese bottle for sometime now, and I've been told this one is worth a look, I'll be the judge of that
Can you recommend any of the nikki bottles dude ?
No worries
[/a][/quote]Funny seeing this, as my wife was just flying back from Tokyo and had her pick me up a bottle of the Hibiki 17 at the duty free.ย The 12 and 30 was all gone, just 17 and 21. [/quote] I've wanted a Japanese bottle for sometime now, and I've been told this one is worth a look, I'll be the judge of that Can you recommend any of the nikki bottles dude ? No worries
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Amber Halo
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April 2013
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Amber Halo on Feb 13, 2016 0:49:16 GMT 1, sadly have never tried any Nikka's. I won't clog this thread any further with whisky talk, but here's a short article that might be of interest to you re disappearing Japanese whiskies...
www.eater.com/drinks/2015/12/29/10659946/extinct-whiskies-2015
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met
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by met on Feb 15, 2016 1:05:05 GMT 1, jesus - I almost drowned in the bathtub reading this. Post a warning next time... Although a late reply, I wanted to acknowledge the above because it was funny and, more importantly, a fair comment.
What can be offered immediately is a general advance warning regarding all my posts. They're largely niche-interest and clinical in any event, like the one you quoted about framing technicalities. And frequently they consist of large blocks of text. This alone alienates if one's become used to the immediate gratification of Twitter-style messages or Instagram hashtags.
I almost suggested skipping over to the next member's post whenever you see my avatar. However, that would be me shooting myself in the foot.
When one dislikes, disagrees with, or is bored by posts, then a natural temptation is to ignore them. But from my perspective, it's precisely these differences in position and the underlying reasons for them that are compelling โ far more than any common ground between individuals. I'm mainly here for the exchanges, and they're often rewarding with people whose priorities, experiences and ideas are at odds with mine. Those people routinely express viewpoints I've never previously considered.
So the very things making some of my posts unattractive to you may well be making your posts more attractive to me. [Admittedly, my side of the relationship is semi-masochistic.]
I'm therefore left in an awkward position, feeling unable to assist you because that assistance would conflict with my own self-interest.
From an etiquette standpoint, I'm also in a conundrum: It isn't clear whether an apology from me would be appropriate here or a tad excessive. Debrett's is unhelpfully silent on the issue.
jesus - I almost drowned in the bathtub reading this. Post a warning next time... Although a late reply, I wanted to acknowledge the above because it was funny and, more importantly, a fair comment. What can be offered immediately is a general advance warning regarding all my posts. They're largely niche-interest and clinical in any event, like the one you quoted about framing technicalities. And frequently they consist of large blocks of text. This alone alienates if one's become used to the immediate gratification of Twitter-style messages or Instagram hashtags. I almost suggested skipping over to the next member's post whenever you see my avatar. However, that would be me shooting myself in the foot. When one dislikes, disagrees with, or is bored by posts, then a natural temptation is to ignore them. But from my perspective, it's precisely these differences in position and the underlying reasons for them that are compelling โ far more than any common ground between individuals. I'm mainly here for the exchanges, and they're often rewarding with people whose priorities, experiences and ideas are at odds with mine. Those people routinely express viewpoints I've never previously considered. So the very things making some of my posts unattractive to you may well be making your posts more attractive to me. [Admittedly, my side of the relationship is semi-masochistic.] I'm therefore left in an awkward position, feeling unable to assist you because that assistance would conflict with my own self-interest. From an etiquette standpoint, I'm also in a conundrum: It isn't clear whether an apology from me would be appropriate here or a tad excessive. Debrett's is unhelpfully silent on the issue.
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Ilgalmovman
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March 2015
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Ilgalmovman on Feb 15, 2016 1:28:29 GMT 1,
On Ya Bike My First SweetToof Canvas.
On Ya Bike My First SweetToof Canvas.
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cmodart
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March 2014
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by cmodart on Feb 15, 2016 2:14:55 GMT 1, jesus - I almost drowned in the bathtub reading this. Post a warning next time... Although a late reply, I wanted to acknowledge the above because it was funny and, more importantly, a fair comment. What can be offered immediately is a general advance warning regarding all my posts. They're largely niche-interest and clinical in any event,ย like the one you quoted about framing technicalities. And frequently they consist of large blocks of text. This alone alienates if one's become used to the immediate gratification of Twitter-style messages or Instagram hashtags. I almost suggested skipping over to the next member's post whenever you see my avatar. However, that would be me shooting myself in the foot. When one dislikes, disagrees with, or is bored by posts, then a natural temptation is to ignore them. But from my perspective, it's precisely these differences in position and the underlying reasons for them that are compelling โ far more than any common ground between individuals. I'm mainly here for the exchanges, and they're often rewarding with people whose priorities, experiences and ideas are at odds with mine. Those people routinely express viewpoints I've never previously considered. So the very things making some of my posts unattractive to you may well be making your posts more attractive to me. [Admittedly, my side of the relationship is semi-masochistic.] I'm therefore left in an awkward position, feeling unable to assist you because that assistance would conflict with my own self-interest. From an etiquette standpoint, I'm also in a conundrum: It isn't clear whether an apology from me would be appropriate here or a tad excessive. Debrett's is unhelpfully silent on the issue. I like to say "if I had more time I would've written a shorter letter - Blaise pascal". The tedious investigation of the proper attribution is here, but by the time you read this long ass article, most will not care, and will certainly miss the point of the quote to begin with. quoteinvestigator.com/2012/04/28/shorter-letter/ for the record, I also thought the framing was a bit much, but I would not have said so. Too late to correct for that fellow.
jesus - I almost drowned in the bathtub reading this. Post a warning next time... Although a late reply, I wanted to acknowledge the above because it was funny and, more importantly, a fair comment. What can be offered immediately is a general advance warning regarding all my posts. They're largely niche-interest and clinical in any event,ย like the one you quoted about framing technicalities. And frequently they consist of large blocks of text. This alone alienates if one's become used to the immediate gratification of Twitter-style messages or Instagram hashtags. I almost suggested skipping over to the next member's post whenever you see my avatar. However, that would be me shooting myself in the foot. When one dislikes, disagrees with, or is bored by posts, then a natural temptation is to ignore them. But from my perspective, it's precisely these differences in position and the underlying reasons for them that are compelling โ far more than any common ground between individuals. I'm mainly here for the exchanges, and they're often rewarding with people whose priorities, experiences and ideas are at odds with mine. Those people routinely express viewpoints I've never previously considered. So the very things making some of my posts unattractive to you may well be making your posts more attractive to me. [Admittedly, my side of the relationship is semi-masochistic.] I'm therefore left in an awkward position, feeling unable to assist you because that assistance would conflict with my own self-interest. From an etiquette standpoint, I'm also in a conundrum: It isn't clear whether an apology from me would be appropriate here or a tad excessive. Debrett's is unhelpfully silent on the issue. I like to say "if I had more time I would've written a shorter letter - Blaise pascal". The tedious investigation of the proper attribution is here, but by the time you read this long ass article, most will not care, and will certainly miss the point of the quote to begin with. quoteinvestigator.com/2012/04/28/shorter-letter/ for the record, I also thought the framing was a bit much, but I would not have said so. Too late to correct for that fellow.
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ashrx
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by ashrx on Feb 15, 2016 9:29:31 GMT 1, jesus - I almost drowned in the bathtub reading this. Post a warning next time... Although a late reply, I wanted to acknowledge the above because it was funny and, more importantly, a fair comment. What can be offered immediately is a general advance warning regarding all my posts. They're largely niche-interest and clinical in any event, like the one you quoted about framing technicalities. And frequently they consist of large blocks of text. This alone alienates if one's become used to the immediate gratification of Twitter-style messages or Instagram hashtags. I almost suggested skipping over to the next member's post whenever you see my avatar. However, that would be me shooting myself in the foot. When one dislikes, disagrees with, or is bored by posts, then a natural temptation is to ignore them. But from my perspective, it's precisely these differences in position and the underlying reasons for them that are compelling โ far more than any common ground between individuals. I'm mainly here for the exchanges, and they're often rewarding with people whose priorities, experiences and ideas are at odds with mine. Those people routinely express viewpoints I've never previously considered. So the very things making some of my posts unattractive to you may well be making your posts more attractive to me. [Admittedly, my side of the relationship is semi-masochistic.] I'm therefore left in an awkward position, feeling unable to assist you because that assistance would conflict with my own self-interest. From an etiquette standpoint, I'm also in a conundrum: It isn't clear whether an apology from me would be appropriate here or a tad excessive. Debrett's is unhelpfully silent on the issue. And again
jesus - I almost drowned in the bathtub reading this. Post a warning next time... Although a late reply, I wanted to acknowledge the above because it was funny and, more importantly, a fair comment. What can be offered immediately is a general advance warning regarding all my posts. They're largely niche-interest and clinical in any event, like the one you quoted about framing technicalities. And frequently they consist of large blocks of text. This alone alienates if one's become used to the immediate gratification of Twitter-style messages or Instagram hashtags. I almost suggested skipping over to the next member's post whenever you see my avatar. However, that would be me shooting myself in the foot. When one dislikes, disagrees with, or is bored by posts, then a natural temptation is to ignore them. But from my perspective, it's precisely these differences in position and the underlying reasons for them that are compelling โ far more than any common ground between individuals. I'm mainly here for the exchanges, and they're often rewarding with people whose priorities, experiences and ideas are at odds with mine. Those people routinely express viewpoints I've never previously considered. So the very things making some of my posts unattractive to you may well be making your posts more attractive to me. [Admittedly, my side of the relationship is semi-masochistic.] I'm therefore left in an awkward position, feeling unable to assist you because that assistance would conflict with my own self-interest. From an etiquette standpoint, I'm also in a conundrum: It isn't clear whether an apology from me would be appropriate here or a tad excessive. Debrett's is unhelpfully silent on the issue. And again
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Aza
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Aza on Feb 15, 2016 11:32:20 GMT 1, Although a late reply, I wanted to acknowledge the above because it was funny and, more importantly, a fair comment. What can be offered immediately is a general advance warning regarding all my posts. They're largely niche-interest and clinical in any event,ย like the one you quoted about framing technicalities. And frequently they consist of large blocks of text. This alone alienates if one's become used to the immediate gratification of Twitter-style messages or Instagram hashtags. I almost suggested skipping over to the next member's post whenever you see my avatar. However, that would be me shooting myself in the foot. When one dislikes, disagrees with, or is bored by posts, then a natural temptation is to ignore them. But from my perspective, it's precisely these differences in position and the underlying reasons for them that are compelling โ far more than any common ground between individuals. I'm mainly here for the exchanges, and they're often rewarding with people whose priorities, experiences and ideas are at odds with mine. Those people routinely express viewpoints I've never previously considered. So the very things making some of my posts unattractive to you may well be making your posts more attractive to me. [Admittedly, my side of the relationship is semi-masochistic.] I'm therefore left in an awkward position, feeling unable to assist you because that assistance would conflict with my own self-interest. From an etiquette standpoint, I'm also in a conundrum: It isn't clear whether an apology from me would be appropriate here or a tad excessive. Debrett's is unhelpfully silent on the issue. I like to say "if I had more time I would've written a shorter letter - Blaise pascal". The tedious investigation of the proper attribution is here, but by the time you read this long ass article, most will not care, and will certainly miss the point of the quote to begin with. quoteinvestigator.com/2012/04/28/shorter-letter/ for the record, I also thought the framing was a bit much, but I would not have said so. Too late to correct for that fellow.
Feel free to comment on it, I can handle any critiscm, because I'm over the moon with it
Although a late reply, I wanted to acknowledge the above because it was funny and, more importantly, a fair comment. What can be offered immediately is a general advance warning regarding all my posts. They're largely niche-interest and clinical in any event,ย like the one you quoted about framing technicalities. And frequently they consist of large blocks of text. This alone alienates if one's become used to the immediate gratification of Twitter-style messages or Instagram hashtags. I almost suggested skipping over to the next member's post whenever you see my avatar. However, that would be me shooting myself in the foot. When one dislikes, disagrees with, or is bored by posts, then a natural temptation is to ignore them. But from my perspective, it's precisely these differences in position and the underlying reasons for them that are compelling โ far more than any common ground between individuals. I'm mainly here for the exchanges, and they're often rewarding with people whose priorities, experiences and ideas are at odds with mine. Those people routinely express viewpoints I've never previously considered. So the very things making some of my posts unattractive to you may well be making your posts more attractive to me. [Admittedly, my side of the relationship is semi-masochistic.] I'm therefore left in an awkward position, feeling unable to assist you because that assistance would conflict with my own self-interest. From an etiquette standpoint, I'm also in a conundrum: It isn't clear whether an apology from me would be appropriate here or a tad excessive. Debrett's is unhelpfully silent on the issue. I like to say "if I had more time I would've written a shorter letter - Blaise pascal". The tedious investigation of the proper attribution is here, but by the time you read this long ass article, most will not care, and will certainly miss the point of the quote to begin with. quoteinvestigator.com/2012/04/28/shorter-letter/ for the record, I also thought the framing was a bit much, but I would not have said so. Too late to correct for that fellow. Feel free to comment on it, I can handle any critiscm, because I'm over the moon with it
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bernto
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by bernto on Feb 15, 2016 17:42:56 GMT 1,
https://instagram.com/p/BB0F9VNCUHK Mason Storm - Boys in the hood - AP
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sufsean
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by sufsean on Feb 15, 2016 21:05:16 GMT 1, Pure Evil hooked me up with this---for the new baby girl's nursery
Pure Evil hooked me up with this---for the new baby girl's nursery
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1978per
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by 1978per on Feb 15, 2016 22:52:24 GMT 1, Pure Evil hooked me up with this---for the new baby girl's nursery
Really nice! Congrats. Lovely piece for a nursery.
Pure Evil hooked me up with this---for the new baby girl's nursery
Really nice! Congrats. Lovely piece for a nursery.
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met
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June 2009
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by met on Feb 15, 2016 22:58:38 GMT 1, ... silver - mister was talking to met about the use of commas ... init ... ... met - I do think that you are a bit harsh to artists that you do not particularly like ... different strokes for different folks and all that ...PS silver: your > you're anyway this Thread is about art rather than the particular use of correct grammar, which the empire was built on* ... *runs away with tin hat on (see what I did there) The highlighted point raises an issue I find very interesting and worth discussing.
With the second limb of that point, we are in unison. But one would hope it's only the most intolerant individuals with self-righteously blinkered or totalitarian mindsets who would actually disagree with such a truism.
Regarding the first limb, of course you have every right to think that. I wouldn't dream of suggesting people must agree with me. And in case this was inferred by anyone, then I may have expressed myself poorly.
[My general position โ advocated in a variety of ways over the years, but nevertheless consistently โ is "Question everything". This includes:
- questioning or re-questioning oneself; - learning, being critically-minded and an independent thinker; - not taking anything simply at face value; - trying to consider all possible perspectives and motivations; and - being wary of the herd, especially the seductive appeal of prevailing opinions and conventional wisdom.]
If any of my comments about artistic work had actually been insincere or purely for effect, I would also share your view that those comments were too harsh or inappropriate.
... silver - mister was talking to met about the use of commas ... init ... ... met - I do think that you are a bit harsh to artists that you do not particularly like ... different strokes for different folks and all that ...PS silver: your > you're anyway this Thread is about art rather than the particular use of correct grammar, which the empire was built on* ... *runs away with tin hat on (see what I did there) The highlighted point raises an issue I find very interesting and worth discussing. With the second limb of that point, we are in unison. But one would hope it's only the most intolerant individuals with self-righteously blinkered or totalitarian mindsets who would actually disagree with such a truism. Regarding the first limb, of course you have every right to think that. I wouldn't dream of suggesting people must agree with me. And in case this was inferred by anyone, then I may have expressed myself poorly. [My general position โ advocated in a variety of ways over the years, but nevertheless consistently โ is "Question everything". This includes:
- questioning or re-questioning oneself; - learning, being critically-minded and an independent thinker; - not taking anything simply at face value; - trying to consider all possible perspectives and motivations; and - being wary of the herd, especially the seductive appeal of prevailing opinions and conventional wisdom.]If any of my comments about artistic work had actually been insincere or purely for effect, I would also share your view that those comments were too harsh or inappropriate.
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iamzero
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by iamzero on Feb 15, 2016 23:02:19 GMT 1, Last big
Still in its original cardboard.
Last big Still in its original cardboard.
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by cashformonkeys on Feb 15, 2016 23:10:03 GMT 1, Is this place still an urban art forum?, seems its sliding into a bore a minute place.
Is this place still an urban art forum?, seems its sliding into a bore a minute place.
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met
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by met on Feb 15, 2016 23:54:47 GMT 1, .dappy โ A few follow-up comments:
The great value I find in this forum is the open exchange of honest views. Frankness is desirable, not a trait to be curbed. And diplomatic euphemisms are hollow-hearted, ultimately unhelpful.
The variety of different opinions existing here is also a source of tremendous wealth. In my recent exchanges with Aza about his framing and with batemanz about the stencil paintings he spent many hours creating, it's clear we don't share the same taste in everything. But that doesn't prevent us from engaging in good-natured discussion. Their attitude is one I respect. However, it should also be the norm here โ at least among members old enough to vote (or, dare I say, raise children).
What's unfortunate, and what really needs be discouraged on the forum, are the defensive and petulant reactions to any criticism or challenges. You sometimes get the online equivalent of red-faced shrieking and door-slamming. Granted, this has some entertainment value, but it's terribly sad as well.
When a person comments, "For x and y reasons, I'm not keen on that last painting you purchased", the response should not be the same as if they'd said "Your mother sucks cocks in hell" [Classic 70s film reference, anyone?].
Imagine this were a chocolate bar message board. Now picture one member who just bought a KitKat having a meltdown because somebody else says they don't like KitKats, they prefer Snickers. It puts into perspective just how ridiculous some of the diva fits on this forum can come across.
.dappy โ A few follow-up comments: The great value I find in this forum is the open exchange of honest views. Frankness is desirable, not a trait to be curbed. And diplomatic euphemisms are hollow-hearted, ultimately unhelpful. The variety of different opinions existing here is also a source of tremendous wealth. In my recent exchanges with Aza about his framing and with batemanz about the stencil paintings he spent many hours creating, it's clear we don't share the same taste in everything. But that doesn't prevent us from engaging in good-natured discussion. Their attitude is one I respect. However, it should also be the norm here โ at least among members old enough to vote (or, dare I say, raise children). What's unfortunate, and what really needs be discouraged on the forum, are the defensive and petulant reactions to any criticism or challenges. You sometimes get the online equivalent of red-faced shrieking and door-slamming. Granted, this has some entertainment value, but it's terribly sad as well. When a person comments, "For x and y reasons, I'm not keen on that last painting you purchased", the response should not be the same as if they'd said "Your mother sucks cocks in hell" [Classic 70s film reference, anyone?]. Imagine this were a chocolate bar message board. Now picture one member who just bought a KitKat having a meltdown because somebody else says they don't like KitKats, they prefer Snickers. It puts into perspective just how ridiculous some of the diva fits on this forum can come across.
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Coach on Feb 15, 2016 23:59:55 GMT 1, Is this place still an urban art forum?, seems its sliding into a bore a minute place.
All the price checks huh?
Is this place still an urban art forum?, seems its sliding into a bore a minute place. All the price checks huh?
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trapnel1
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by trapnel1 on Feb 16, 2016 0:00:17 GMT 1, When a person comments, "For x and y reasons, I'm not keen on that last painting you purchased", the response should not be the same as if they'd said "Your mother sucks cocks in hell" [Classic 70s film reference, anyone?]. The Exorcist. I remember it well, which only goes to show my age.......
When a person comments, "For x and y reasons, I'm not keen on that last painting you purchased", the response should not be the same as if they'd said "Your mother sucks cocks in hell" [Classic 70s film reference, anyone?]. The Exorcist. I remember it well, which only goes to show my age.......
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.dappy
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by .dappy on Feb 16, 2016 0:03:09 GMT 1, ... met I am in bed now and will be a bit busy for the rest of the week, but happy to PM you to discuss further, but noteing the above from me ...
... I too think that it is good to be critical ... some people only think of critism as being 'bad' and therefore wrong (and hurtful), but it works in the opposite way as well and as you suggest, those who open their eyes are the better for it - to themselves and those around them ...
anyway enough of this love-in let's get back to showing some great art of what we all love as Our Recent Buys
... met I am in bed now and will be a bit busy for the rest of the week, but happy to PM you to discuss further, but noteing the above from me ... ... I too think that it is good to be critical ... some people only think of critism as being 'bad' and therefore wrong (and hurtful), but it works in the opposite way as well and as you suggest, those who open their eyes are the better for it - to themselves and those around them ... anyway enough of this love-in let's get back to showing some great art of what we all love as Our Recent Buys
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met
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by met on Feb 16, 2016 0:17:33 GMT 1, ... met I am in bed now and will be a bit busy for the rest of the week, but happy to PM you to discuss further, but noteing the above from me ... ... I too think that it is good to be critical ... some people only think of critism as being 'bad' and therefore wrong (and hurtful), but it works in the opposite way as well and as you suggest, those who open their eyes are the better for it - to themselves and those around them ... anyway enough of this love-in let's get back to showing some great art of what we all love as Our Recent Buys Cheers for the quick response.
Don't worry either about a private message. I quoted you simply because it was a convenient excuse to raise a wider issue, regarding one aspect of the existing culture here which I believe could be improved.
As such, the idea was to initiate a public discussion with anyone wishing to engage.
... met I am in bed now and will be a bit busy for the rest of the week, but happy to PM you to discuss further, but noteing the above from me ... ... I too think that it is good to be critical ... some people only think of critism as being 'bad' and therefore wrong (and hurtful), but it works in the opposite way as well and as you suggest, those who open their eyes are the better for it - to themselves and those around them ... anyway enough of this love-in let's get back to showing some great art of what we all love as Our Recent Buys Cheers for the quick response. Don't worry either about a private message. I quoted you simply because it was a convenient excuse to raise a wider issue, regarding one aspect of the existing culture here which I believe could be improved. As such, the idea was to initiate a public discussion with anyone wishing to engage.
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opi
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by opi on Feb 16, 2016 1:00:50 GMT 1, Do art toys count? There have been a lot of KAWs on here recently albeit pictures of YSP so here's some Ron English (some grin love).
Do art toys count? There have been a lot of KAWs on here recently albeit pictures of YSP so here's some Ron English (some grin love).
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February 2011
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by 11 on Feb 16, 2016 1:30:49 GMT 1, met, I think it would make for a very interesting and enlightening thread if we were to debate forum etiquette. Im sure we all get stuck into certain patterns of behaviour and it is becomes difficult to see opposing views, or to even be able to accept that someone could have an opposing view.
That's not a thread for the guardians to raise as it would (IMO) become more of a criticism of our role but I'm happy to participate.....in the right thread.
Heres a recent acquisition (x2) that I'm really pleased with as they tick so many boxes : original works immediately hangable on a medium that I haven't previously had incredibly affordable and from someone who's work on the street I have seen, enjoyed and photographed Falling Asleep by AnnaTommix
met, I think it would make for a very interesting and enlightening thread if we were to debate forum etiquette. Im sure we all get stuck into certain patterns of behaviour and it is becomes difficult to see opposing views, or to even be able to accept that someone could have an opposing view. That's not a thread for the guardians to raise as it would (IMO) become more of a criticism of our role but I'm happy to participate.....in the right thread. Heres a recent acquisition (x2) that I'm really pleased with as they tick so many boxes : original works immediately hangable on a medium that I haven't previously had incredibly affordable and from someone who's work on the street I have seen, enjoyed and photographed Falling Asleep by AnnaTommix
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Whitefish
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February 2015
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Whitefish on Feb 16, 2016 4:08:34 GMT 1, PEZ - PIERRE-YVES RIVEAU Just a fresh artist...
PEZ - PIERRE-YVES RIVEAU Just a fresh artist...
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rjf76
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January 2015
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by rjf76 on Feb 16, 2016 9:01:51 GMT 1, Great Annatommix pieces 11 - I got a small original for Christmas as a 'stocking filler' and quickly framed up...I love it!
Great Annatommix pieces 11 - I got a small original for Christmas as a 'stocking filler' and quickly framed up...I love it!
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Dibbs 45
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October 2012
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Dibbs 45 on Feb 16, 2016 20:35:57 GMT 1, New purchase that come through the post
New purchase that come through the post
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Show everyone your latest Art Purchase?, by Coach on Feb 16, 2016 20:44:08 GMT 1, New purchase that come through the post
Looks great dibbs. I have the other, the one with the cross. Lovely big sigs on these.
New purchase that come through the post Looks great dibbs. I have the other, the one with the cross. Lovely big sigs on these.
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