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The basis for Winsor and Newton's early success was a rigorous scientific approach to making artists' materials so that they could offer reliability and consistency batch after batch. They developed new hues and colours that hitherto artists had to try to mix themselves, often from raw pigments, a difficult and labour-intensive process that only professional artists could realistically perform - in fact it was ideally a job for people with laboratory experience. The availability of ready-mixed oils and watercolours was a boon to the amateur painters, and this meant that talented artists could earn a non-artistic living but devote more of their spare time to their painting. This was a period of technological growth with steam engines, labour laws and automation which for some people brough them more leisure time.
Being able to purchase ready-made tubes of oil paints and gouache is so accepted now that it's hard to imagine anything else being used, but before their invention, oils would generally be supplied in pigs' bladders tied tightly at the top. In 1840, Winsor patented the glass paint tube, which resembled and even operated in a similar way to a medical syringe. But shortly afterwards, the collapsible metal tube was invented by James Goff Rand. This clever invention was further developed by Winsor and Newton to create a means of supplying paint that lives on to this day.
If one company could claim to have influenced the British Art scene through its materials, then Winsor And Newton could. It is known that JMW Turner used sable brushes provided by Winsor And Newton, which are regarded as the finest in the world as they use the peerless Kolinsky sable hair. The famous crest logo is to this day a sign of quality, and many artists will rarely use any other products, opting for Winsor And newton quality every time. Another symbol the company is proud of is the Royal Warrant, by appointment to HRH the Prince of Wales, whose love of watercolour painting is well known. In fact their first such recognition came as being selected as "Artists' Colourmen to Queen Victoria" in 1841.
On such strong foundations, the company grew ever larger, exporting to countries all over the world including the USA and Australia by the middle of the nineteenth century. Their range of products grew too, with brushes, canvases, draughtsman's equipment and, of course, new and innovative paints assisting amateurs and professionals alike. The company has now been in business for over 175 years, a testament to a spirit of innovation and insistence on high standards that was as important to yesterday's artists as it is to the modern student or professional.
Callum has tried out many producers of art supplies in his personal work and frequently uses Winsor And Newton paints and brushes. Callum has written about creative art, photography and other styles of art for several publications.
Knowing, Exploring… Indonesia, The World's Largest Archipelago State
Unity in Diversity, the national motto of Indonesia, is a term that strikes deep into the heart of this dynamic and attractive Southeast Asian nation. Few places offer such cultural variety and geographical complexity as Indonesia, and no two journeys here are ever alike.
Indonesia is composed of seventeen thousand islands that stretch over five thousand miles along the equator. The Malay Peninsula and Indochina are situated to the north-west, and the continent of Australia lies due south. Northward lies the Philippines and Micronesia.
The most populous of the Indonesian islands by far is Java, home to the sprawling capital city of Jakarta. Other notable islands include the exotic, popular resort island of Bali, Lombok, Bintan, Catholic Flores, Sumatra and Komodo, home of dragons.
Bali, the Heaven…
Bali is an island where art and religion mingle in the daily lives of people in a way unlike anywhere else on earth. Its culture overflows from its temples and into the streets, where artisans of every kind continue traditional methods of handicraft that have been passed down for generations.
The most famous of the many Balinese cultural traditions are its poetic and ornate dances, which employ a graceful and highly-sophisticated gestural language to narrate traditional stories and legends.
Bali's natural beauty is as startling as its cultural riches. The beaches of Bali are world famous. Many are ideal for surfing, and plenty of offshore reefs create good scuba diving environments. The famous one are: Kuta Beach, Legian Beach, and Seminyak Beach.
Sumatra, the Natural…
Indonesia's largest and least developed province, Sumatra rests along the equator, heavily forested and rich in rare wildlife. The island's slow development has made it ideal for eco-tourism, and numerous large reserves and preservation areas have been set aside. Its most famous park, Mount Leuser National Park, is one of the last refuges of the Sumatra Orang-Utan.
Another distinguished park is the Berbak Wildlife Reserve, which has one of Indonesia's largest tiger populations. In the far north of the island is Lake Toba, an enormous and extraordinarily beautiful crater lake.
A particularly enthralling adventure experience in Sumatra takes place on the Alas River, which winds itself across North Sumatra through jungle, limestone gorges, and native villages. The voyage begins in the Karo Highlands and culminates with the Indian Ocean: a descent ten times that of the Grand Canyon's Colorado River.
Lombok, the Adventure Paradise…
Lombok is the most popular destination in Nusa Tenaggara – a province in South Central Indonesia. Visitors head here for both underwater and on-land exploration.
Situated east of Bali, it can be accessed by plane or boat. The island consists of virginal sandy beaches and a hilly terrain, fringed by mesmerizing azure shores, making it a favorite destination for trekking, surfing and beach lounging.
Lombok is paradise mixed with a dash of adventure and a hint of exoticism, blessed with majestic waterfalls and a volcano – Mount Rijani. ‘Unspoiled Bali’, would be an apt description.
Ultimately, Lombok is a place to chill. Popular with honeymooners, it offers a subdued alternative to the more mainstream Bali, while not compromising on beauty or comfort, just cost – it’s decidedly cheaper. Complete with quiet bays, white and grey sand beaches, a tranquil village style and half a dozen small islands, it retains an undiscovered tropical charm.
Bintan, the Dream…
Bintan Island is like a dream. With its pristine beaches and unspoiled natural beauty, it has everything you could ever wish for in a picture-perfect tropical holiday destination – and more. Virtually undiscovered until just a few years ago, this idyllic retreat has enjoyed a surge in popularity in recent years, particularly amongst Singaporeans who, due to the island’s close proximity, have made it their preferred spur-of-the-moment getaway.
With a population of less than quarter of a million, the island has an interesting, eclectic mix of different cultures and ethnicities, including Malay, Bugis, Chinese and a unique tribe called the Orang Laut (sea nomads).
A trip to Bintan’s two main towns, Tanjung Pinang and Tanjung Uban, is a great way to learn more about the island’s people and local culture. The island’s highest mountain, Bintan Besar, almost 400m in height, is also the highest peak in the archipelago.
Java/Jakarta, the Capital city
Java is often referred to as the heart of Indonesia. It is the historical center of Buddhist and Hindu culture and home to the nation's sprawling capital city, Jakarta.
Java's three main regions are simply East, Central, and West Java, and the island's many roads and public transports make it easy to navigate.
Though Jakarta is the most visited destination in the west, it is best described as a mixture of Bangkok and New Delhi. There are also major natural attractions, such as Mount Gede-Pangrango National Park. In Central Java, the seat of major dynasties throughout Indonesian history, are the cultural wonders of the Prambanan temple complex and the magnificent Borobudur Temple. Central Java is also the home of Indonesia's famous shadow puppet dances, or Wayans Kulit, and the craftwork center of Yogyakarta.
Finally, there is East Java, where travelers encounter some of the Indonesia's most extraordinary national parks, including the wildly spectacular Bromo-Tengger.
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Tuesday's Art Notes
A folk artist paints a Chinese New Year picture at a workshop on July 27, 2010 in Mianzhu of Sichuan Province, China. Mianzhu New Year pictures are listed as an intangible cultural heritage, a traditional festive artwork well-known for its exquisite painting and brilliant color. After the Sichuan earthquake in 2008, the government has taken measures to salvage and protect the folk art, which is ...
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