Sketchart26 Fine Arts & Photos

Hi, my real name is Rose. The name Sketchart26 I come up with as my first ever ID in an art forum. Since then I’ve become quite well known by the name in many different art associations. I was born in 1971, married young had two beautiful children and later divorced. These days I remain single and devote my time to looking after my children, animals and paintings. I live in Australia and operate out of Melbourne, Victoria. Where it all began; I first become interested in the world of art, when my cousin asked me to enter a competition with her through, The Art Training Institute located at 134 – 136 Highfield Road Camberwell, Australia back in 1985. It was at this time in my life; I discovered that my artistic ability showed great potential for Commercial Illustrating, after being awarded an Entrance Certificate and guarantee for passing the entrance examination with honours. Although I did not go on to study at The Art Training Institute, as unfortunately could not afford it, I continued to draw my little sketches at home. It was not until recently that I began to take my art seriously when I joined an art forum called Simply Painting in March 2007, where I painted alongside Frank Clarke a well-known artist from Dublin with his free painting Lessons. As I painted, I began to see the same potential I had back in 1985. When I posted my first painting in the forum, I received many beautiful comments both positive and negative in regards to my work from artist all around the world. They were all so encouraging and surprised that I had, had no formal training in art. As a result, I began to wonder what my work would be like if I had the opportunity to be trained. I started to search for a place to learn to paint. It was at this time that I meet Jan Van Fucht, my Teacher. Jan’s work has been displayed in many galleries and has had many one-person exhibitions in Australia. He has become my inspiration as he continues to teach me his techniques.