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Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Twelve: Roland Wakelin and Paul Haggith

Some time back Andrew and I introduced you to the Australian artist Roland Shakespeare Wakelin (1887-1971) in an earlier post. Wakelin was a central figure in the group of early experimental artists who were crucial to the development of modernism in Australian art during the early 20th century.

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Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Ten: Max Watters

The two Max Watters (1936-2020) paintings owned by Andrew make a lovely segue into our examination of early Australian buildings through the careful placement of a house literally snuggled into the landscape.

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Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Nine: Patrick Carroll and Jamie Boyd

Both Patrick Carroll (1949-2019) and Jamie Boyd (1948-) are masters at capturing the colour and "simple wonder* of the Australian landscape and bush. Join us today as we continue to reivew the paintings in the "Simple Wonders" exhibition on display at the "Singleton Arts and Cultural Centre".

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Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Eight: Daniel Pata, Desmond Tjupurrula, Mary Morton Kemarre

Today we look at three very different visual interpretations of the Australian landscape - all of which are featured in the "Simple Wonders" exhibition: Daniel Pata, Desmond Tjupurrula & Mary Morton Kemarre.

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Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Seven: Gwen Clarke and Gwen Mason

Today - we explore a little about two relatively unknown yet extraordinary artists who Andrew has included in the Simple Wonders exhibition - Gwen Clarke and Gwen Mason.

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Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Four: John Pickup & Pro Hart

The Simple Wonders exhibition includes paintings by three of the Brushmen of the Bush- Hugh Schulz as seen in yesterday's post and today we look at three paintings by John Pickup OAM and one by Pro Hart.

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Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Three: Hugh Schulz

Today is a very special post as we are going to look at the paintings of Hugh Schulz (one of our very favourite artists) chosen to be displayed in the "Simple Wonders" exhibition from the Collection of our blog team member Andrew Johns.

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Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Two: Anne Marie Graham

At Cairns Botanic Gardens by Anne Marie Graham has been chosen as the image to announce the Simple Wonders exhibition to be held at the the Singleton Arts and Cultural Centre from 23 August to 3 November 2024. Read on to learn more about this wonderful exhibition.

Australian Artist

“Chasm Light at Noon” by John 'Rowdy" Wylie

We thought it was time to check in on Rowdy Wylie to see what has been happening in His Shed of late. He has been very busy and has just completed a new painting which once more showcases his skill in reproducing the brilliance of the Australian Outback - in colour, form and texture.

Ceramics

Street artist: Rone, and Florence Annie Royce: China painting

Today we look at some china painted vases by early 20th century Geelong artist Florence Royce, and how they became the inspiration for the colours chosen in the "Rone in Geelong" exhibition almost 100 years later, in 2021.....

Photography

Max Dupain – Iconic Australian Photographer

Today we learn a little about the iconic Australian photographer, Max Dupain, whose work covered all facets of day to day life, as well as advertising and architecture.

Abstract

Grace Crowley and Ralph Balson: A shared passion for abstract art

Today we learn about the pioneering development of Abstract art by Grace Crowley and Ralph Balson in the early to mid C20th, via a new exhibition opening in Melbourne.

Printmaking

Cutting Through Time—Cressida Campbell, Margaret Preston, and the Japanese Print

Today we take a look at some of the printmaking works on display in the "Cutting Through Time" exhibition at the Geelong Gallery, Australia.

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Frederick McCubbin: the brush-wielding bard of Australian bush life

In yesterday's post I showed you The Pioneer by early Australian artist Frederick McCubbin (1855-1917), the son of a baker, who was one of the key founders of the Heidelberg School of Australian Impressionism. Today a slightly different perspective on McCubbin.

Woodwork

Being Framed by Rowdy Wylie

Regular subscribers and followers of the AnArt4Life blog will be very familiar with the paintings being created by John "Rowdy" Wylie. Rowdy has another artistic skill "up his arm" and that is "framing" - pictures that is!!

Portraits

Agnes Goodsir – Australian portrait artist

Today we look at the work of an Australian portrait artist, Agnes Goodsir (1864 - 1939).

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Anne Newman's Other Life

We all have another life - My current life is very simple - I love my family and friends, my dog Aeroplane Indy, I love my garden & all things to do with nature, I love my football team The Collingwood Magpies (Australian mapgies are of course my favourite birds), & I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT ART..

Thread and Needle

Annemieke Mein: A Life's Work by an extraordinary textile and watercolour artist

Today we meet an extraordinary textile artist based in Sale, Victoria. Her Dutch heritage as well as an incredible eye for detail in the natural world result in exquisite work.....

Ceramics

David and Hermia Boyd

Today we meet David and Hermia Boyd, part of the Australian Boyd dynasty. Together, they were famous for their pottery, paintings, drawings, glass and printmaking.

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Johanna Hildebrandt Series: The Changing Landscape

Johanna Hildebrandt's visual interpretation of the Australian landscape and the creatures who inhabit it has changed over the years.

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Johanna Hildebrandt Series: The Vivid Landscape

Andrew and I have been showcasing the creative works of Sydney artist Johanna Hildebrandt whose vibrant and enchanting paintings of the Australian landscape and native life grace the walls of many galleries throughout the world.

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Johanna Hildebrandt Series: Enhancing Artistic Talent

Whilst a good dose of Artistic DNA is probably essential to the making of an artist, training of some kind, be it done formally or informally, is essential. Today we look at Johanna Hildebrandt's training background & how it helped produce the breadth and depth of talent in this artist.

Naive Art

Johanna Hildebrandt Series: Naive Art and Beyond

In yesterday's post we discussed Naive Art & introduced you to the early paintings created by Australian artist Johanna Hildebrandt. Today we continue to look at Johanna's paintings in more detail & learn more about her artistic style which has its roots in the Naive Art school as seen below.

Naive and Folk Art

Johanna Hildebrandt Series: Inspired by European Naive Art

When AnArt4Life team member Andrew suggested we do a series on the Australian artist Johanna Hildebrandt I jumped at the suggestion. Johanna's paintings are inspirational! And her style matured from early days when she was influenced by the fundamental elements of what constitutes Naive Art.

Photography

Extraordinary photography - artistry with birds

Today we meet a photographer and video artist from Sydney, Australia whose focus is in capturing the beauty and essence of Australian bird life.

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