Brisbane City Markets

Sketches and paintings from Brisbane city markets capture the spirit of life in Queensland. The casual and relaxed attitude of the shoppers reflects the laid back quality of life in the Sunshine State.

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Solandras

The large chalice-shaped solandra flowers make great subjects for sttill life painting. They grow well in sub-tropical Brisbane and paintings of them capture the essence of life in Queensland.

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Queensland Verandah

A Queensland Verandah A good friend lived in a Queensland-style home with a big front verandah. She was a master craftswoman – especially of anything to do with fabric, so we had a lot in common. I visited her often with sketchbook in hand and sketched at her place on many occasions. We had great…

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Coffee Pots

Artist Christine Atkins has many vividly- coloured coffee pots but tends to choose a quieter one for her still life paintings.

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Teapots

Still life artist Christine Atkins has a large selection of ceramics for use in paintings, but a few favourite ones consistently capture the warmth.

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