Testimonials
‘Ron Curran’s Dynamic Drawing classes have been gradually developing a word of mouth reputation, for almost seven years now. His teaching has quietly but steadily gained an almost legendary status amongst artists, students and the art teaching fraternity in the region. Ron’s unpretentious manner and his uncompromising approach to work nurtures a high level of competency across a diverse range of abilities.’
John Smith, Senior Lecturer, Visual Arts, Southern Cross University
‘.... I have benefited from the knowledge, skills and perceptions that he has passed on. I have found him to be a gifted teacher and witnessed many students gaining confidence and breaking boundaries in their creative expressions.’
Kerry Gray, ART & Text
‘I completed a four year Fine Arts course at the National Gallery of Victoria Art School 1964-1968 and have shown works in mixed exhibitions... With Ron’s expert guidance and influence, I developed a much freer and fluid style and as a result my drawings are much stronger. I felt I learned more in one year than in 26 years attending various classes and drawing groups. In my opinion, Ron has a natural gift to teach and is an inspiration to fellow artists and students alike.’
Susan Brockhoff, ByronBay / Melbourne
‘You've got no idea how much you have helped me in becoming the person that I am now. Painting, being creative is such an important part of my life now. I couldn't live without.’ I am forever grateful to you.’ Margreet, Byron Bay
‘I had a great time in your class and I know now what you were trying to say. Speak my own language. I will always remember that. Thank you again, and take care, art forever!’
Hitomi, Melbourne
‘The group thoroughly enjoyed it..... I have forwarded your contact details and workshop
details to a number of other teams which have expressed an interest in running a similar workshop in the future after the rave reviews that our department gave the activity.’
Exxon Mobil, Melbourne, May 2010
‘I just wanted to say Thanks! I went to my first class on Tuesday night and absolutely loved it. It is everything and more than I was looking for!! I'm looking forward to exploring and expanding more and more.’
Amanda, Melbourne
‘I really enjoy the classes. You are great - really positive, motivating and inspiring!’
Kirsty Boardman, Melbourne
‘I am extremely appreciative of your input and support, and value deeply the sharing of your knowledge, and the impact that your approach has had on my art practice. Miles of smiles.’
Kylie Baudino, Melbourne
‘I have spent many years studying self development and recently came to the realisation that I could not move on and live what I had learnt until I let go! You may remember when we had a chat on the first day we met, I mentioned the experience of that wonderful moment when after months of bouncing in the saddle, I suddenly became one with the horses movement. You too gave me a Xmas gift more wonderful than you could imagine when you facilitated the moment when I let go of the constraints that have been limiting my drawing and potentially my life. A significant moment when I discovered the freedom a child has when they creatively express the beauty that lies within. I have been waiting a life time for this, so please accept my deep gratitude.’
John McCallum, Melbourne
‘Thankyou for inviting us to emotionally and intellectually transcend the everyday!’
Marion Douglas
‘Thank you for the new language and the dynamic atmosphere in your classes!’
Jenna
‘.... you have helped me to become a more authentic woman by allowing me and encouraging me to simply be my true self and thanks to you, I can see myself as an artist with potential.’
Jane
‘The Joy Of Mark-Making Art, in every way shape and form, has been a passion of mine since I was little. I have been drawing ever since I can remember. Several years ago I started an ‘avant-garde’ life drawing class which taught me to throw away my whole concept of art as programmed into me by my art teachers (and society as a whole) and appreciate the energy, vitality and integrity of an unintended, unplanned mark or drawing. To achieve this we are only given a minute or two to complete each artwork. We are also encouraged to draw with our non-dominant hand; with both hands; or even with our eyes shut. It¹s quite challenging to reprogram oneself from the idea of what makes a piece of art; to draw or paint without hesitation or the approval of the imaginary art-critic looming over every artists¹ shoulder as they draw; to throw away the notion that art has to be photographic; realistic or even resemble anything at all. Soon my weekly life-drawing sessions became a kind of therapy, and through my fast, intimate, uninhibited marks I was able to truly experience complete and utter freedom of expression, and uncover truths about who I am, through discovering my own unique language. Not only this, but it enables the viewer to have a glimpse of my world, as seen through my own eyes. Like when you sign your name, it's without hesitation and the result is a pure example of your own language, and it is the language an artist uses in their work which makes you able to recognise that art as being done by them. By attacking the canvas with a sense of reckless abandonment marks are given energy, movement and life, and when I am able to truly BE in the moment and capture that moment, I feel a deep trance-inducing energy; a primal, instinctual connection to the earth which I draw up through my feet and fire onto the page like a loaded cannon. Sometimes the visual result conjures disturbing or uncomfortable feelings, and sometimes the result is a joyous feast for the eyes. To me, any kind of reaction art attracts are equally well received, because whether the marks are visually pleasing or not, if they are done with sincerity, they have an undeniable integrity which I whole-heartedly respect and admire.'
Bonnie Aungle