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Posts that give recognition to a positive story or act bravery eg, volunteers, memorials, courage, hope, accolades, and commemoration of important historical events such as Anzac Day, VP Day etc

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The Queen

Today we take a little time to reflect on the remarkable life of Queen Elizabeth II.

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Bronze sculptures by Philip Jackson - Part 1

Today we see some of the public sculptures in the UK, made by Philip Jackson, as tributes to many famous figures. Image: philipjacksonsculptures.co.uk

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Remembering Jack Absalom

Jack Absalom, one of Australia’s greatest landscape painters, died 3 years ago on this day 22 Mar 2019. Jack was a lovely, gentle man & a wonderful artist who so generously gave time to anyone who wanted to talk about how to get that perfect image.

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Austin Byrne: A lifelong passion

This is the inspiring story of the passion of Austin Byrne, who dedicated much of his adult life to creating a memorial to the record-breaking trans-Pacific flight from San Francisco to Brisbane, Australia. Image: Queensland State Archive and Wikimedia Commons.

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Kevin McKay: Repurposed panel in memory of Troy Quinliven

Sydney artist Kevin McKay today pays tribute to his friend and fellow artist Troy Quinliven by repurposing an unfinished and abandoned panel of Troy's. His study depicts Sydney's National Art School where he first met and became friends with Troy. Image credit: kevinmckayart.com

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The Man in Black

A reflection post where we take a few moments to remember the courage and spirit of all people who face the trials of disability in all the shades of the spectrum. Johnny Cash takes it out with "The Man in Black".

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Troy Quinliven remembered with love and admiration - Part Two

Continuing on from yesterday with our tribute to the exceptional talent of Sydney artist Troy Quinliven (1983-2017) we view some of his works in ash and salt solutions and more powerful portraits showcasing his prodigious talent.

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Troy Quinliven remembered with love and admiration - Part One

Troy Quinliven painted with talent, passion and courage and today's post showcases some of his paintings in memory of a remarkable young man. Image credit: troyquinliven.com

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Mikha Singh by Soumya Kundu

Today we remember through the watercolour painting by Soumya Kundu - Mikha Singh - India's greatest athlete. Rest in Peace Mikha Singh.

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Reflection: Bravery

Today we should stop for a moment to reflect on the courage that some people exhibit, usually against all the odds. And we give special thoughts to those artists who conquered the difficulties life threw at them to realise their creative dreams.

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Commemorating Anzac Day

We remember those who gave their lives in WWI and in all wars so that the world would be a more peaceful place for all people. We remember also those who today are fighting in different ways and different enemies so that we can all live peaceful lives. R.I.P. Image credit: nzhistory.govt.nz

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Journey through the Outback: Ode to Hugh Schulz

We conclude our posts on the Australian naive artist Hugh Schulz with a poem written by Rivka Morley which captures his unique style. Image credit: S Lindeman

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The Magic of Hugh Schulz Part 1

Today's blog presents a treasure trove of images of the Australian outback painted by "Brushman of the Bush" Hugh Schulz and collected over many years by a passionate devotee. Image credit: ©S. Lindeman

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Australian Christmas Stamp in Memory of Poldi Mimovich

Celebrating the art work of Poldi Mimovich who is being remembered this year with her art work featured on two of the Australia Post Christmas stamps. Image credit: melbourneartcritic.worldpress

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Long Lost Australian Artists: Clarrie Cox- A Bonza Bloke: Part 3

Concluding our posts on Australian artist Clarrie Cox with examples of his illustrations and paintings for placemats, cards and china ware. Image: A pen and ink illustration of houses for the Paddington Series placemats produced by the Jason Company.

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Long Lost Australian Artists: Clarrie Cox- A Bonza Bloke: Part 2

Clarrie Cox gave up a secure business as a display artist to paint the early settlement buildings of Australia. Today, thanks to his family, we showcase images of early settlement buildings from around Australia- from the palette of Clarrie Cox (1927-2013) Image: Carcoar, NSW by Clarrie Cox

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The enduring legacy of the poppies of Flanders fields

Today, on Armistice Day, we look at the important legacy of Flanders poppies and the impact they still have today in remembering the end of World War I in 1918. Image: 5000poppies.wordpress.com

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The Life and Art of Satish Gujral gives us so much to reflect on

Bringing you the inspiring story of Indian artist Satish Gujral who died earlier this year. He overcame physical injury and loss of hearing to become India's greatest artist in the modern era. Image: business-standard.com

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R.B.G.—aka Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

On Friday 18 September 2020 the world lost one of the most remarkable women of these contemporary times: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Image: Portrait of Ruth Bader Ginsburg by Constance P. Beaty (news.artnet.com)

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80th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain

Today we pause to remember the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, the conflict in the skies over southern England in 1940. We pay tribute to the bravery , unity and endurance of all involved, in the air and on the ground. Image: Imperial War Museum, England © IWM (HU 104669)

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Long Lost Australian Artists: Clarrie Cox - A Bonza Bloke: Part 1

The AnArt4Life team loves to rediscover artists who have been forgotten. Thanks to artist & subscriber John Wylie we are going to enjoy paintings of Australian buildings by Clarrie Cox. Image: Exchange Hotel Kalgoorlie - WA (Clarrie Cox Australia, Currey O'Neil 1985)

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Various Perspectives on VP Day

Today we recall the 75th anniversary of the end of the second world war in 1945, and the commitment to peace that survives to this day. Image: Wikipedia

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Past Post: No 13 August 2018: Margaret Olley: Remarkable Artist, Beloved Australian Treasure

Today's Past Posts of 2018 take us into the world of Australia's most beloved artist Margaret Olley who graced the stage of the art world with her wit, charm and talent. (Image: tmlarts.com)

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Vera Lynn: A National Treasure

Today we remember Dame Vera Lynn, "the Forces Sweetheart" whose magical voice and messages of hope uplifted so many in the darkest days of World War 2 and beyond. Image: The Guardian

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D Day Landings - 76th Anniversary

Today is the 76th Anniversary of D-Day. We commemorate this, and the 80th anniversary of the Evacuation of Dunkirk a couple of days ago, by looking at some paintings done by artists who were actually there. Image: Courtesy of The Imperial War Museum © IWM (Art.IWM ART LD 4093)