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Today we talk about one of Australia’s most influential artist, teacher and recognizable names in Australian art history, who helped give rise to one of the most significant changes in how we see art here in this country.
EARLY LIFE AND CAREERJulian Ashton
He was born in Surrey, England in 1… Read More “Julian Ashton (1851-1942) Biography”
Herman Pekel born in Melbourne in 1956, at 17 he holds his first solo exhibition in Melbourne, which was a sell-out.
Early in his career, he painted on location with well-listed artists Ernest Buckmaster, Lance McNeill’s and Roger Webber; these talented artists left a strong impression on his develop… Read More “Herman Pekel (Australian 1956-) Biography”
Introduction
Frederick McCubbin 1855-1917 artist-teacher and member of the Heidelberg School Movement, which consisted of a group of landscape painters including Charles Conder, Arthur Streeton and Tom Roberts.
McCubbin is considered one of the most influential artists in Australia due to his use of … Read More “Frederick McCubbin (1855-1917) Biography”
Albert Namatjira, Born Elea Namatjira in 1902 at the Hermannsburg Lutheran Mission in Ntaria near Alice Springs, son of Namatjira and Ljukuta and where Western Arrernte people.
Namatjira was raised on the Hermannsburg Mission and baptised after his parents converted to Christianity, cha… Read More “One Of Australia’s Most Famous Aboriginal Artists, Albert Namatjira”
With a striking presence, it is hard to miss this massive chrome sculpture on the corner of Hastings Road and McMahons Rd. The Sculpture was designed and created by Gregor Kregar, a New Zealand Artist from Slovenia.
This is not the first “Chrome Gnome” artwork that Gregor has created.
Two … Read More “FRANKIE THE CHROME GNOME: Reflective Lullaby”
Fed Williams, Born in Richmond, Victoria, Australia, Frederick Ronald Williams was the son of an electrical engineer and a housewife.
Fred, wanted to be an artist early in his life. However, his father, a practical man, hoped he would be an architect.
Fred left school at age 14 and became an apprenti… Read More “Fred Williams, The Australian Artist That Transcends Time and Place”
This blog post is about the Cockatoo Sculptures at the Villawood Redstone Estate Sunbury; these sculptures were produced by renowned artist Folko Cooper and partner Maureen Craig (Koopertasmania) who are based in Tasmania.
I’ve written this article out of my love for the Sulphur Crested C… Read More “Villawood Redstone Estate Cockatoo Sculpture’s”
In the depths of Parkville, there is a Public Art sculpture for all of us to marvel at. It’s a lovely addition to the neighbourhood, and its symbolism speaks powerfully on the role of women in society.
We came across this beautiful bronze sculpture by renowned Melbourne artist Michael Meszaros … Read More “The Royal Women’s “Women’s Sculpture””
Introduction
Australia has a rich artistic tradition, stemming from its pioneer and convict origins; world-famous artists such as Arthur Streeton, Tom Roberts, Frederick McCubbin, and Charles Conder have undeniably left their mark on Australia’s cultural and artistic history.
In this article, w… Read More “Sir Arthur Ernest Streeton (1867–1943)”
Who were they? They were probably Australia’s most pivotal Art Family Dynasties of the 19th and 20th centuries, changing the artistic landscape in Pottery, Art, Literature, and Architecture in Australia.
Spanning over 100 years, the Boyd’s where involved with innovative Australian artists, Arthur Str… Read More “One Of Australia’s Most Influential Art Family’s – The Boyd Family”