Kohei Horikoshi
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I love Anime. I love making up my own characters. My favourite manga creator is a Japanese artist named Kohei Horikoshi. I chose to do his portrait in anime form. He is very shy like me. I used lots of layers of handmade paper and PVA glue to create Kohei and used fine tipped pens to add detail. I used coloured felt tip pens to create my own anime characters and cut them into shapes and glued them on with a glue stick.
Dawn
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I love Shortland Street. My favourite character is Dawn and she is my dream girl. I used handmade paper ripped into small pieces and glued it onto canvas. I used jeans paper for the background to match the colour of her eyes. I used natural fibre paper for her hair and coloured pens on her eyes, lips and around her face.
The Deez
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I chose to do a portrait of Vin Diesel as he is hot. A variety of handmade paper layered onto a framed canvas using PVA glue. I used a black ink pen to do the details of his face and made holes in the canvas to allow light through. I used battery operated lights in my work to make it pop.
Sophie Pascoe
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I created a portrait of Paralympian Sophie Pascoe using tiny pieces of ripped handmade paper. She is standing in front of the pool and is wearing her medals. I used golden Japanese paper for her medals. She is my idol as I swim for Special Olympics and I want to win medals too.
Try Your Best in Life
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The painting means do not give up. Keep trying no matter what happened in your life and you have friends and family who love you so much so do not give up and love yourself.
The Tears of Feelings
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Different types of tears shows different types of feelings whether it be sad, happy or angry. Trying to understand other people’s feelings is a big help. The gems in the painting represent the love and support. The more I get the more colourful and bright the gems become. I want people to relate to my painting and to discover their own emotions.
Spiralling Heart
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She chooses her base colour for the canvas, waits for it to dry and then uses chalk that has been soaked in water overnight to complete her piece. She has developed incredible patience over years of creating art and her ability to take her time to decide what to create.
Self Portrait
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Samuel’s artwork is a graphic and abstract self portrait in black and white. Created using the screen print technique, the image exudes a sense of modernity and intrigue. Although the work is made up of simple lines and a monochromatic palette, Samuel’s self-portrait manages to radiate warmth and positivity with the use of his big “toothy smile”. The use of black and white enhances the contrast and intensity of the composition, adding depth and visual impact to the artwork. Through the combination of graphic elements and abstract forms, Samuel creates a visually captivating representation of himself, inviting viewers to explore the layers of his identity and emotions.
Luke
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Kimberley Weenink, the artist, has painted a portrait of “Luke” using acrylic paints on card. As a reflection of their relationship, this artwork captures Luke with a warm smile. The painting is outlined using felt-tip pen, adding a defined and bold quality to the composition. Through the choice of medium and attention to detail, Kimberley brings Luke’s likeness to life, creating a heartfelt and personal portrait.
I Love to Draw
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Paul’s beautiful artwork showcases the artist’s passion for drawing. The piece is characterized by its delicate and precise nature, demonstrating Paul’s attention to detail. The artwork consists of two panels adorned with a multitude of vibrant colours. Created using coloured pencils on black card, the panels appear to float within the frame, enhancing the visual impact. Paul uses a cross-hatch technique, intentionally placing strokes of colours in a crisscross pattern on the card, resulting in a captivating and intricate composition. Through this artwork, Paul celebrates the joy and love he finds in the act of drawing, inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty and dedication that goes into creating art.
Gomez Fish
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An intriguing artwork featuring an abstract fish design. The piece showcases a delicate wash of watercolour paint, creating a soft and ethereal effect. The artist’s imagination takes flight as he creates unique and imaginary fish creatures, incorporating fine lines and many colours. The focal point of this artwork is a fish named “Selena Gomez,” adding a touch of whimsy and personality to the composition. Through this imaginative and visually dreamy artwork, Michael invites viewers into a world of creativity and wonder, where imaginary fish come to life with soft colours and intricate lines and shapes.