Herman Pekel
www.hermanpekelart.com
Born in Melbourne in 1956 of Dutch parents,
The art teachers of Herman’s youth, Roger Webber, Ernest Buckmaster and Lance McNeill were all primarily oil painters, but the experience of painting with them on location left a strong impression on Herman, giving him the freedom of spontaneity and leaving him an intuitive painter, ultimately working from the light source.
Herman painted spasmodically until 1981 before commencing a Fine Arts degree at RMIT and studying under Dale Hickey and Jeff Makin. Like many young artists Herman experimented for a time with abstract expressionism, but he is now well known for his oils and watercolours. Herman is an artist of energy and enthusiasm. He is able to see a painting in almost any subject matter and is capable of producing award winning work in oil, watercolour or gouache.
Environmental issues are a great concern to Herman and his love of the landscape reflects that in almost everything he paints. He produces paintings of strong design and powerful impact - every brushstroke vibrant and visible. The scope of Herman’s work has ranged from dynamic industrial scenery to soft, draped interiors and broad Australian landscapes, which indicates the creatively fearless nature of this unique artist.
Born in Melbourne in 1956 of Dutch parents,
The art teachers of Herman’s youth, Roger Webber, Ernest Buckmaster and Lance McNeill were all primarily oil painters, but the experience of painting with them on location left a strong impression on Herman, giving him the freedom of spontaneity and leaving him an intuitive painter, ultimately working from the light source.
Herman painted spasmodically until 1981 before commencing a Fine Arts degree at RMIT and studying under Dale Hickey and Jeff Makin. Like many young artists Herman experimented for a time with abstract expressionism, but he is now well known for his oils and watercolours. Herman is an artist of energy and enthusiasm. He is able to see a painting in almost any subject matter and is capable of producing award winning work in oil, watercolour or gouache.
Environmental issues are a great concern to Herman and his love of the landscape reflects that in almost everything he paints. He produces paintings of strong design and powerful impact - every brushstroke vibrant and visible. The scope of Herman’s work has ranged from dynamic industrial scenery to soft, draped interiors and broad Australian landscapes, which indicates the creatively fearless nature of this unique artist.
Workshops
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Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 September 19
LANDSCAPE IN WATERCOLOUR workshop full waiting list being taken This workshop is for watercolour painters who are seeking a quick direct approach. The workshop will concentrate on rural and bush landscapes. The workshop is designed for artists who want to advance their current skills to a new level and get the most out of their watercolour painting. Advanced Click here to download the Student Requirements List |
Monday 9 - Thursday 12 September 19
LANDSCAPE IN WATER BASED MEDIUMS workshop full waiting list being taken Concentrating on tone, shape and colour this workshop in watercolour, acrylic etc (anything that you can mix with water!) will explore Herman’s quick and direct approach to painting. Go on a step by step journey through Herman's style of water-based painting, including plein air. This workshop is for artists to advance to a new level of competence in watercolours. Advanced Click here to download the Student Requirements List |
