Australia
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Biography: Edward Atkinson Hornel
Edward Atkinson Hornel (1864-1933) was a Scottish painter, known for his distinctive style that combines elements of naturalism with a decorative…
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Biography: Rupert Bunny
Rupert Bunny (1864–1947) was an Australian painter who achieved recognition for his work in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.…
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Inspiration: “Farmer’s Girl,” by Walter Withers
FARMER’S GIRLWalter Withers (22 October 1854 — 13 October 1914)Australian/English1892Oil on canvas Withers was born at Handsworth, Staffordshire, the son of Edwin Withers.…
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Biography: James Nairn
James Nairn, a significant figure in the art scene of New Zealand, was born on February 28, 1859, in Dunedin. As…
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Inspiration: “Woman On A Balcony,” by Tom Roberts
Roberts painted a considerable number of fine oil landscapes and portraits, some painted at artist camps with his friend McCubbin. Perhaps…
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Biography: Arthur Streeton
Arthur Streeton (1867–1943) was an Australian landscape painter and a key figure in the Heidelberg School, an Australian art movement associated…
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Biography: Elioth Gruner
Elioth Gruner (1882–1939) was an Australian landscape painter known for his contributions to Australian art during the late 19th and early…