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Australian Impressionism Development of Early Australian Impressionism

Development of Early Australian Impressionism

The term ‘Australian Impressionism’ is a retrospective one that has been applied since the late twentieth century. Early Australian Impressionists can be to some extent defined by how they explored their own interpretation of the European movement of the late 19th century. 

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Artist Colonies The History of Montsalvat

The History of Montsalvat Eltham Victoria

Introduction

Montsalvat is an opulent estate with sweeping grounds and buildings that look like they’re straight out of a fairytale, You might forget your right amid the town of Eltham, only 35 minutes away from the city.

Montsalvat is one of Australia’s oldest art commune established by J… Read More “The History of Montsalvat Eltham Victoria”

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Helix Wave Rosebud Victoria Public Art

Helix Wave Rosebud Victoria.

One of two Public Art sculptures created by artists Matthew Harding and Benjamin Storch in the town of Rosebud. This sculpture marks the western entrance to Rosebud Township. Constructed with the use of salvaged wood from the renovations of the pier in Rosebud.

The artwork references the pier’s… Read More “Helix Wave Rosebud Victoria.”

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Artists Of Lavender Bay History

The Artists Of Lavender Bay

Lavender Bay in Sydney has taken some major transformations over the years, from a industrial harbor with a large train system to one of the biggest art hubs in Sydney. But what does it have to do with these group of artists?

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A small suburb in Sydney, Lavender Bay is a 10-minu… Read More “The Artists Of Lavender Bay”

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Australian Artist Biographies Tom Roberts (1856 – 1931) Biography

Tom Roberts (1856 – 1931) Biography

Introduction

Thomas William (Tom) Roberts, was an Australian painter and one of the first impressionist artists in Australia.

He became a leading figure and had a profound impact on the Heidelberg School, a group of more than 20 Australian impressionist painters who used impressionistic techniques an… Read More “Tom Roberts (1856 – 1931) Biography”

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Art in an investment class of its own? Australian Historical Artwork Goes Under the Hammer

Historical Artwork Goes Under the Hammer.

The portrait of Mr Charles Stewart Paterson (1840-1915), by prolific Australian artist Tom Roberts (1856 – 1931) sold at a Menzies Sale 30th of June 2021 Sydney Australia.

The sale exceeded the presale top estimate A$120,000 – A$180,000 with the hammer coming down for the late 19th Century… Read More “Historical Artwork Goes Under the Hammer.”

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Australian Artist Biographies Dean Bowen (Australian 1957-)

Dean Bowen (Australian 1957-) Biography

Dean was born in Maryborough Victoria, he attended Maryborough Technical College studying Sculpture, Ceramics, Photography and Printmaking.

He attributes his early influences on his art practice to the many inspirational teachers and mentors he had whilst studying at that college.

It was these same t… Read More “Dean Bowen (Australian 1957-) Biography”

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History Western Desert Art Movement

Origins Of The Western Desert Aboriginal Art Movement

Australian aboriginal art is not a new thing, aboriginals have painted in caves, drawn in the sand and carved in wood for tens of thousands of years.

One of the oldest found rock art painting is a 17,300-year-old kangaroo found in Western Australia’s Kimberley region.

Papunya a small aborigina… Read More “Origins Of The Western Desert Aboriginal Art Movement”

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Australian Artist Biographies David Boyd (1924 – 2011)

David Boyd (1924 – 2011) Biography

David Fielding Gough Boyd OAM (1924 – 2011)

David entered the Melba Memorial Conservatorium of Music in Melbourne at seventeen, after 12 months at the conservatorium he was conscripted into the army during World War II.

Upon his return, he studied art at the National Gallery School on an ex-serviceman… Read More “David Boyd (1924 – 2011) Biography”

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Australian Artist Biographies Timothy Cook (Australian Aboriginal 1958-)

Timothy Cook (Aust Aboriginal 1958-) Biography

Timothy was born in 1958 on Melville Island, Melville Island is part of the group known as the Tiwi Islands.

He has been painting, print making and carving through the Jilamara Arts & Crafts since 1999. He is one of the most recognized artists of his generation from the Tiwi Islands.

Liv… Read More “Timothy Cook (Aust Aboriginal 1958-) Biography”