Painting 2 of the journey!

A week late but Ned arrives in Sydney. For some reason the old FJ would not start. Perhaps that is why Ned found it abandoned near Uluru. Any way, Ned assumed it was abandoned, it is not as though he hasn't rustled up some horse power in the past that happened to be sitting in a paddock. That aside, he thought he may head for the iconic, Sydney Harbour Bridge and pick up some souveniers of the old coat hanger. Whilst away from Victoria, he also thought he may partake in some Sydney "culture" and sneak into the theatre to watch a lip syncing American shiela named Britney Spares. Next week, Ned heads for the Gold Coast in search of treasure.

Ned's FJ Journey is a compilation of all that is uniquely Australian. Ned's journey will be told in 10 prints, each altered by painting in another Aussie icon. This amazing journey will take 3 months with a new (1 of) print available to followers every 2-3 weeks. The final altered print will be completed on Australia Day, 26th of January, 2010. This original work depicts Ned in his rusty decaying FJ Holden, about to set off on his journey from Ayres Rock. For those who are from other parts of the world and may be following Ned's journey, let me take this opportunity to briefly describe the elements in this painting. Ned is arguably Australia's most notorius bush ranger (outlaw). The FJ Holden is to Australians, the same as the T Model Ford is to Americans. Ayres Rock, I prey, ........needs no explanation. Quality acrylic paints have been used in a way to promote vivid colurs, worthy of the Australian outback. The rust effect has been layered over a black helmet until the desired effect is achieved. At times, a rough textured cloth has been used to achieve the dimpling effect. On the 27th of October, Ned arrives in Sydney. Check out the Habour Bridge!!!

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