Welcome to Jan Lowe's Fine Art Site
The beautiful Tuscan township. A Special Christmas with my man Xmas 2005-2006.
I have used this photo on my front page, it will be a subject soon.
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“learn to see beyond what you see and feel the emotion no matter what the subject, draw or photograph with that passion and in time, you will see”
......Edward Ernest Marchant d'ed Thank you for visiting my site, although, most of my artworks are of unique animals I have included places from my travels and some interesting sites that caught my imagination. Working with Scratchboard, Claybord and Watercolours. The creatures, including people - its all about emotion and my passion of the subject. I hope you enjoy. Jan Lowe, AGRA |
NEW STUFF
For the love of "Scratchboard" & "Claybord"
New projects - getting ready for
my next Solo Exhibition in 10-29 June 2020,
in the beautiful Malvern Artists' Society Art Gallery, Malvern Vic
New projects - getting ready for
my next Solo Exhibition in 10-29 June 2020,
in the beautiful Malvern Artists' Society Art Gallery, Malvern Vic
"Wolves play too!".
Scratch on Claybord with Daniel Smith Watercolor - (11x14 inch). The subject comes from one of Nicholas Dyer's stunning photographs and with his permission I used his beautiful photo of this little pup. The pics I had taken from the Melbourne open range zoo just didn't catch the beautiful look that this little fellow had - so guilty because he is playing instead of being on duty with his wild pack! The African Wolf is one of my favorite of all animals. I have spent many hours at the Zoo and when I worked in Africa - seeing them run free. At my forthcoming exhibition in June 2020, all proceeds from sales are to go to the Foundation for the African Wolf, they are endangered and need our help. Details and information on the foundation can be found by visiting www.paintedwolf.org. A beautiful book has been produced with the collaboration of Nicholas Dyer and Peter Blinston "Painted Wolves - A Wild Dog's Life" - it is magnificent and worth every penny and it supports such an essential cause. One of my rules is to only to use my own photography; so I have stepped out of my comfort zone; and I do hope that Nic can see what I conveyed in this depiction of his beautiful photograph; I have changed it, however I believe I have kept the soul and playfulness within the painting. |
2 Demonstrations
Claybord & Scratchboard Special November & December 2019 In the new Phillip Island Studio Claybord in Watercolour & Scratch Wednesday 20th November 10 am - 12:30 pm and Demonstration in Scratchboard & Colour 10 am-12:30 pm Sunday 1st December 2019 Ample off road parking, morning tea, $10.00 each These are both introductions to classes commencing mid January 2020 Please book by emailing your interest to scratchboardart@gmail.com 
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Wild creatures of Phillip Island
Claybord & Watercolour
Claybord & Watercolour
Echidna - regular visitor to our property. Clayboard, Watercolor and then Scratch. 8x8 inchs. Used own pic. Aug.19
Project - Glass Balloons -
Victorians are so lucky to have the National Gallery - it stages some incredible exhibitions and is one of my inspirational places.
On a cold mid winters day, this young family caught my attention just outside the Federation Square Galleries. The colors and of the balloons - they reflected the light like glass - I think my piece will be titled "Glass Balloons"! It added cheer and glamour to the grayness of the day! This Project, as a black & white looked great, but I needed colour!! It is a challenge - but exciting - capturing the colors and spirit is so important, my next steps will pull it all together. Goes to show that simple things in life are great subjects! Still a lot of work before this project is complete! |
Little brown infant Tree Frog. Another visitor after the rains - tiny and delightful. Jan's own photography.
Claybord and Watercolor. The Frog has been scratched, however the background is watercolour, the droplets of water are also scratched. 8x8 inches. Aug. 19
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Activities in 2019
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ISSA 2019 8th Annual Exhibition, Berea Kentucky USA, held in the Kentucky Artisan Centre 17 May - 31st July 2019 Received my painting back from the show, WOW, so proud of the organizers. hope to be selected in 2020! |
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Awards in 2019
"Cowes - Tranquility" WC painting
Med. Arches with Daniel Smith WC. Rather thrilled to be acknowledged - thank you Camelback. 
The Gateway International Painting Competition
April 2019 Hissy, the Koala Awarded "Finalist" Judge's Comment: "This work captures the bravery of the lovely fellow, Hissy. The koala population has been devastated over the last hundred years, through urbanisation, fires and other habitat destruction. So it’s wonderful to see art celebrating Australia’s wildlife. The painting is beautifully rendered, demonstrating effective use of contrast between the subject and the background." Judge and Category: Jaq Grantford, Representational Professional Award: FINALIST 
Camelback Gallery, Arizona US - On-Line Competition:
April 2019 Camelback Gallery advised Jan that her painting "Old Lioness Dreaming", received an "Award of Excellence" - "Animals Painting Competition. (Visit: https://www.camelbackgallery.com) Jan has also been selected to join the "Featured Artists" for Camelback Gallery - https://www.camelbackgallery.com/janlowe |
Light Space & Time - On Line Annual Animals Art Exhibition 2019 Painting & Other Media Category "Special Recognition" Awarded to "Awaken - Ringtail Possum" 
African Paint - Wild Dog
Scratchboard & Ink. Awarded "Highly Commended" San Remo Rotary Annual Art Show 2019 (Victoria AU), March |
Awards in 2018
October 2018
Light Space & Time On Line Art Gallery - Annual Nature Art Exhibition 2018
"Special Merit Award"
African Wild Painted Dog
https://wwwlightspacetime.art/nature-2018
and
Camelback Gallery’s International On-Line Painting Competition
(September 2018)
“ARTIST CHOICE”.
Best in Show:
Jan Lowe for “African Paint”
https://www.camelbackgallery.com/artistchoicepaintingcompetition
2018 Bass Coast Artists Society's Annual Easter Show.
"Ode to Cecil"- (Scratchboard)
won a
Highly Commended Award
Malvern Artists Society Members Autumn Exhibition
May 2018
Awarded "Best Painting - Other Medium"
"Waiting - National Gallery of Victoria, AU"
Scratchboard & Ink by Jan Lowe - 2017
May 2018
Awarded "Best Painting - Other Medium"
"Waiting - National Gallery of Victoria, AU"
Scratchboard & Ink by Jan Lowe - 2017
2020 Special Notice:
Exhibition
An Artist's Journey in Scratchboard & Watercolour
of Jan Lowe, AGRA
10th-29th June 2020
Held in the beautiful Malvern Artists' Society
Gallery, High Street, Malvern Vic Australia
An Artist's Journey in Scratchboard & Watercolour
of Jan Lowe, AGRA
10th-29th June 2020
Held in the beautiful Malvern Artists' Society
Gallery, High Street, Malvern Vic Australia
Travelling always finds gems of history...
Whilst in Canada and travelling to the US after leaving Lake Louise and needing a break from driving through the snow on the mountain highway My husband and I decided to stop at this memorial site, both not been here before, and furthermore we are "train buffs"! We could hear the sound of the train approaching and wanted to catch a glimpse of the Canadian Pacific from this location.
At the site, to see this large painting being kissed by the falling snow next to memorial stone, was like walking back in time - "Driving of the last Spike - Canada Pacific Railway", we were in Craigellache - BC and this painting depicted the event in Nov 7 1885. WOW, what a time that was!
This painting is what one would imagine it would have been like - a very somber mood - perhaps that was just how it was, what a history! I did some quick research and found the original glass photograph as below, all very exciting and great to see.
At the site, to see this large painting being kissed by the falling snow next to memorial stone, was like walking back in time - "Driving of the last Spike - Canada Pacific Railway", we were in Craigellache - BC and this painting depicted the event in Nov 7 1885. WOW, what a time that was!
This painting is what one would imagine it would have been like - a very somber mood - perhaps that was just how it was, what a history! I did some quick research and found the original glass photograph as below, all very exciting and great to see.
My photograph of the painting - (sadly no artist name was known), was painted from the B&W photograph (shown on the right) which was copied from the original glass lantern slide! (Shown below). Donald Alexander Smith driving the last "Spike". I think some of the "character" is lost from cutting out some of the expressions of the workers and dignitaries from the painting - the man looking at the photographer - is the manager of the construction (another Scot as was Donald Smith); he also has an interesting history. The faces say it all!
Ref: "The Last Spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was the ceremonial final spike driven into the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) at Craigellachie, British Columbia at 9:22 am on November 7, 1885. It was driven in by CPR railroad financier Donald Smith, marking the end of a saga of natural disasters, financial crises, and even rebellion that plagued Canada's first transcontinental railroad from its beginning." ( From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)
Ref: "The Last Spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was the ceremonial final spike driven into the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) at Craigellachie, British Columbia at 9:22 am on November 7, 1885. It was driven in by CPR railroad financier Donald Smith, marking the end of a saga of natural disasters, financial crises, and even rebellion that plagued Canada's first transcontinental railroad from its beginning." ( From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)
Special thank you:
We often visit DotsNDoodles in Astoria Portland US on our way to Vancouver BC for Christmas.
It is always a delight to visit these two artists - their hospitality is always a gem.
Thank you to both Scott & Tim. Lovely to see the little dog too.
www.dotsNDoodles.com
We often visit DotsNDoodles in Astoria Portland US on our way to Vancouver BC for Christmas.
It is always a delight to visit these two artists - their hospitality is always a gem.
Thank you to both Scott & Tim. Lovely to see the little dog too.
www.dotsNDoodles.com
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