Exploring the connection between Artists, friendship, and the beauty of nature

The Filarts Artists Tour at Malapascua sland in Cebu City, Philippines was a truly remarkable experience. The tour included a group of talented artists, namely Roy Espinosa, Celso Pepito, Fe Madrid, Julius Clar, Frank Caña, Roy Ama, and Ingrid Aimee Peñaflor, who came together to explore the natural beauty of the island, share their art and create new works inspired by the surroundings.

Malapascua Island, located in the northern part of Cebu City, is a place of stunning natural beauty and serenity. The island is surrounded by pristine waters, white sand beaches, and vibrant marine life. The group went island hopping, swimming, and indulged in fresh seafood, which is a specialty of the island. The experience of enjoying fresh seafood while surrounded by the beauty of nature was truly unforgettable.

During their stay at the Blue Water Resort, owned by Nigel and Janet, the group experienced the true essence of peace and serenity. The resort is located in a beautiful setting, which is perfect for unwinding and rejuvenating. The clear waters and peaceful surroundings provided the perfect environment for the artists to focus on their work and gather inspiration from the natural surroundings.

Nigel and Janet Hanlon are a couple who own Malapascua Beach and Dive Resort. They are known for their warm and friendly nature towards their guests.

One of the standout features of the Malapascua Beach and Dive Resort is the pizza that is served at the resort. What makes this pizza so special is that Nigel and Janet make it themselves. They take great pride in ensuring that their guests have a memorable experience during their stay at the resort. Their warm personalities and willingness to accommodate our needs make us feel valued and appreciated.

The group of artists shared their works, techniques and experiences with each other, creating an atmosphere of creativity and inspiration. The beauty of the island and the peaceful surroundings provided a perfect backdrop for the artists to create new works of art.

The people of Malapascua Island were friendly and welcoming, making the group's stay even more enjoyable. The warmth and hospitality of the locals added to the overall experience of the group and made the trip even more memorable.

In conclusion, the Filarts Artists Tour at Malapascua Island in Cebu City, Philippines was a truly remarkable experience. The natural beauty of the island, the peaceful surroundings, the delicious food, and the warmth of the locals made the trip an unforgettable one. The group of artists were able to come together to create new works inspired by the beauty of the island, while also enjoying each other's company and the hospitality of the people of Malapascua Island. It is a trip that will be cherished forever by the group and a place that they will always remember as a source of creativity and inspiration.

8 Beginner Painting Mistakes and How to Conquer Them

When it comes to starting out with anything, practice makes perfect. And with practice comes trial and error. A wise person once said, “You must learn from your mistakes.” But, lucky for you, we have put together a list of eight common beginner painting mishaps — so you can learn what not to do, without actually having to find out the hard way.

Beginner Painting Mistakes and Solutions

1. Palette pains.

Also known as not setting up your palette the same way every time. This can lead you down a path of color chaos. Constantly looking at your palette for a specific color, or accidentally dipping your brush in the wrong color can put a damper on your painting progress. Laying out your palette consistently allows you to work faster and focus on your painting, not the paint.

Also known as mixing too many colors in one. To avoid muddy hues, try sticking to only two or three colors. And, don’t over mix your pigments. As soon as you see the color you want, stop mixing.

3. Don’t go!

Also known as painting too far away from the subject of a still life. Make sure you are no more than two or three yards away from your subject when painting a still life. Likewise, if you’re right-handed, place your still life on your left, so your arm doesn’t block your view (and vice versa for left-handers).

4. It’s getting hot in here.

Also known as storing art materials in a warm area. When it comes to storage, keep completed work, works in progress and your materials in a cool, dry area away from light. It is also advisable to store your work in a relatively dust-free space. Particles can stick to wet paint and ruin the texture of your surface.

5. I’m bored.

Also known as neglecting to add a focal point. Many beginning painters tend to think too much about accuracy and not enough about the alluring, more dynamic qualities of their art. Use a viewfinder, if you are overwhelmed by the scene in front of you. And, make sure to determine what your focal point is before starting your next art piece.

6. Do you think that paint grows on trees?

Also known as wasting paint. You can find ways to save your materials for practically any medium. Oil painting palettes, for example, can be stored in the freezer, which extends their longevity. For watercolors, try a palette with a lid. When the unused paint on the palette dries, it can be packed away easily and safely. When you’re ready to paint again, just add water.

7. Forgetting about prime time.

Also known as not priming a canvas. Working on an unprimed canvas is certainly doable, but nothing prevents the paint from soaking through the surface and deteriorating the canvas. Primed canvas allows artists to skip the process of mixing and applying the sizing and ground, which many beginning artists prefer. However, unprimed canvas is less expensive. And, frequent painters find it beneficial to learn how to apply their own priming, because it cuts costs and enables them to create a texture specific to their painting needs.

8. Don’t be a stranger!

Also known as forgetting about freebies and reaching out. Art supply manufacturers want your business. And, as a result, tons of manufacturers will offer free test sizes of materials online and even at some stores. Don’t be afraid to reach out to art companies directly for additional information. They love hearing from artists.

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"PROTECT YOUR PLANET & PEACE"

"Water & Bread are enough for everyone" International Group Exhibition

Azneeta Ysf - Singapore

Joëlle Acoulon - France

Wang Jarben - Taiwan

Ina Loreta Savickiene - Lithuania

Garrulus Glandarius - Germany

Martina Rabl Gröss - Austria

Elsa Victorios - Colombia/USA

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Cappadocia in Turkey is famous for its unique rock formations and Turkey’s most popular natural wonders. Our aim is to spread ART, we want our community to meet various international artists and discover different arts and cultures. We will present Anatolia’s beautiful places to our participating international artists and visitors.

PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:

Pedro Jovelino - Angola

Tsang Choi Wan, Carroll - Hong Kong, China

Gloria Fu Keh - Singapore

ILham Badreddine Mahfouz - USA

Olga Slobodkina-von Brömssen – Russia

Maria Inacio - Portugal

Wendy Wong - Singapore

Franca Oostveen-Vernes - Netherlands

Hong Deok Hee - Republic of Korea

Brith May Kvitblik - Norway

Reen Sanderse - Netherlands

Azra Arapovic - Bosnia and Herzegovina

Andrijana Andreeva - Republic of Macedonia

Andrea Stanic - Croatia

Hong Seonghwa - Republic of Korea

Anita Radulescu - Romania

Adriana Henriques - Portugal

Paulo Duarte Filipe - England/Portugal

Lea Dolinsky - Israel

Sung Do Cho (model) - Republic of Korea

Bark Che Lin (model) - Republic of Korea

Son Yu Mi (model) - Republic of Korea

Cho Woo Ri (model) - Republic of Korea

Lee Da Yeon (model) - Republic of Korea

Ahn Young seok (model) - Republic of Korea

Yoo Choong Yeul - Republic of Korea

Rebie Abas - Philippines

Rasim Maslic – Bosnia and Herzegovina - Germany

Wu-Peng, Huang - Taiwan

Erfi - Türkiye - Austria

Rafaela Silva - Portugal

Stefania Se Novillo - Spain

Yasemin Güler Selamoğlu - Türkiye

Ecaterina Neagu - Romania

Ozlem Kalkan Erenus - Türkiye

Ali Erenus - Türkiye

Hayriye Kilinc Gültekin - Türkiye

Micka Freeman (Fastywexoz 008) - Belgium

Mustafa Dulda - Türkiye

Emotion Ayale - Chile

Ayşe Anıl - Türkiye

Sabina Alexandra Ciuntu - Romania

Chia Ling Chang - Taiwan

Jung Chih Chang – Taiwan

Adrienne Olivieri - France

Mark Milcky Lagdameo Almadin - Philippines

Marija Tanaskovic Papadopoulos - Serbia

Fatih Aktaş - Türkiye

Sevgi Genç - Türkiye

Aase Birkhaug ICA - Norway

Germano Costa - Italy

Paul C. Blake - USA

Katarina Djordjevic - Serbia

Neriman Bozok - Türkiye

Vlasta Crcinovic Krofic - Slovenia

Lotte Hubmann - Austria

Inbal Kristin - Israel

Katharina Andrée - Germany

Helga Berg Dooremans – Germany

Alina Vuxanovici - Romania

Bozhidara Stoeva (Dara) - Austria/Bulgaria

Kaoru Kushima - Japan

'57 Palásti Erzsebet - Hungary

Maria Raposo - Portugal

Mahfuza Begum - Bangladesh

Tom S. Hageman - Netherlands

Zwaan Stoker - Netherlands

Terje Strømsjordet - Norway

Heron Art - Georgia

Linda Buller - Australia

Hatice Boyamalar Akkaya - Türkiye

Tiziana Tateo - Italy

Resshma Das - India/Singapore

Lucio De Salvatore - Italy

Petri Hildén - Finland

Laura Lorenzetto - Italy

David Nativel - Reunion

Georgeta Abagiu - Switzerland

Marie Frankel Photography - South Africa

Roxana Boca - Romania

Lina Forsdahl - Sweden

Susanne Dagmar Olsen - Denmark

José Luis Segovia De León (José Luis Segovia "Aivoges") - Panama

Sumeihgx Fuentes (Alan Sumeighx Fuentes) - Panama

Martiniano Fuentes - Panama

Donty Samell Fuentes - Panama

Victor Cordero - Cuba

Regan Schneider - Canada

Anne-Marie Igounet - France

Tunde Mulik - Hungary

Maria Rodrigues - Portugal

Ludivina Escamilla Villarreal - Mexico

Gregory Adjei Kumah - Ghana

Linda Abrahamsson - Sweden

Simone Gautsch (Enomis Neomis) - Austria

Ausra Urbikiene - Lithuania

Altijana Tana Doric - Bosnia and Herzegovina

Joyce Bengal - USA

Sorina Stina - Romania

Steffi Rodigas - Germany

Norman Gines Cristobal - Philippines

Jelica Culafic - Montenegro/Serbia

Manoli ORTIZ de la Torre - Portugal

Myriam Romero Leroy - France

Mingpei-Wu - Taiwan

María de Lourdes Endara - Ecuador

Irina Befa - Russia-Germany

Rafaela Cespedes Balongo - Spain

Eddie Mosler - Ecuador

Ansa Mustafa - Kazakistan

Ken Clark - Aotearoa/New Zealand

Byron Z Tripp - USA

Kodama Teresa - Brazil

Filomena Morim - Portugal

Safa Büte - Türkiye

Halil Büte - Türkiye