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Welcome to Art Musings!

This space is where I share my journey through the world of art, from the creation of handmade paints to the intricate process of framing. Here, you’ll find educational posts, insights into my artistic process, and thoughts on what it means to be an artist.

Whether I’m working on a new painting, exploring different techniques, or reflecting on the role of art in our lives, Art Musings is a place for me to connect with fellow art lovers and creators. I hope this space inspires you, sparks creativity, and encourages you to explore the world of art in all its forms.

Thanks for joining me on this creative journey!

Inside the Studio

Painting the MV Cartela Again: Phase 1
Damian TalbotAug 29, 20250 comments

Painting the MV Cartela Again: Phase 1

I painted the MV Cartela about a year after moving to Tasmania. When I later learned that it had partially sunk, I knew it was only a matter of time before...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Damian TalbotAug 21, 20250 comments

Frequently Asked Questions

I’ve gathered a few of the most common questions about my painting practice, answered below.   What kind of paint do you use? I prefer to paint with oil paints...
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Literary Reflections

What Leo Tolstoy Taught Me About Painting
Damian TalbotSep 23, 20250 comments

What Leo Tolstoy Taught Me About Painting

Why Tolstoy thought 19th-century art had lost its way, and what he might have thought of Australian artists and my own painting. 
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5 Essential Books for Learning Impressionist Painting Techniques
Damian TalbotSep 17, 20250 comments

5 Essential Books for Learning Impressionist Painting Techniques

Check out my top 5 favourite books about Impressionist painting techniques. 
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Between Apollo and Dionysus: Nietzsche, Landscape Painting, and the Tragic Beauty of Nature
Damian TalbotApr 13, 20251 comment

Between Apollo and Dionysus: Nietzsche, Landscape Painting, and the Tragic Beauty of Nature

A reflection on how Nietzsche’s ideas of Dionysus and Apollo shape the balance of chaos and order in my landscape paintings.
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