Glory days

by Judith Hamilton

This book recounts the glory days when Brisbane was seen as the art capital of Australia. Great artists such as renowned, award winning artist, Margaret Olley and two time Archibald winner, William Robinson, were developing and exposing their skills. Brisbane had many prestigious art galleries, art organisations and groups. These times inspired great art teachers such as Wendy Allen and Mervyn Moriarty who made such a big impact on the education of students in primary and secondary schools and tertiary colleges in the city and country areas of Queensland.

294 pages, Paperback

Published June 15, 2020

Reviews

[Boolarong Press · Rating 5 out of 5]

Indexed, noted and well researched book of the glory days when Brisbane was the centre of the art world in Australia. Many will scoff at this suggestion, but when you read this history you will be surprised at all of the activity driven by some of Australia's best artists.

[Robyn Bauer · Rating 4 out of 5]

A remarkable achievement. Can't believe this book is not more widely known in Brisbane. Impeccably researched and annotated. A real eye-opener about Brisbane's burgeoning art scene in the 1940's. So many familiar names that went on to better and brighter things further afield.