Artist of the Moment
Introducing VAS teacher Mr Ray Hewitt FVAS
Ray is a popular and highly regarded painting teacher at the Victorian Artists Society.
Ray conducts Tuesday evening class in oil painting at the Society during school terms.
Ray is a professional artist of 40 years plus experience. Lance McNeill provided Ray with his introduction of the method of oil painting. Later the late Shirley Bourne provided instruction in portrait painting incorporating the influence of the Meldrum painting principles as interpreted by the late Sir William Dargie.
Some examples of Ray's paintings are represented here:
Art for Sale
View Artworks For Sale
We proudly present a selection of our professional member's works which are available for sale.
Notice Board
May 26th & 27th
People Painting People
You are invited to view the VAS Portrait Exhibition and Afternoon Tea where you can watch VAS Portrait Painters in action. This weekend will include men and women achievers who have contributed so much time and expertise to their chosen careers.
Artist Tips
A Guide to Solvents
Contributed by: Nell Frysteen
Over the years I have been involved with painting, I have heard many opinions concerning the use of solvents or turpentines for either diluting the medium used or for cleaning brushes.