{"title":"Paula Dredge","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating world of art and creativity with Paula Dredge, a distinguished author known for her insightful contributions to the Arts \u0026amp; Culture field. Delve into the intricate details of artistic techniques and materials as Dredge unveils the stories behind renowned artists and their masterpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her book, \"Sidney Nolan - The Artist's Materials,\" Dredge meticulously explores the innovative materials and methods used by the iconic Australian artist, Sidney Nolan. This work not only provides a deep understanding of Nolan's artistic journey but also offers a unique perspective on the evolution of art techniques over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePaula Dredge's writings are perfect for art enthusiasts, students, and anyone keen to learn more about the interplay between artists and their materials. Her accessible and engaging narrative style ensures a delightful and educational reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fascinating relationship between artist and medium through Paula Dredge's expertly researched and beautifully narrated books. Whether you're an aspiring artist or an avid arts aficionado, her works are sure to inspire and educate.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sidney-nolan-the-artists-materials-by-paula-dredge-9781606065945","title":"Sidney Nolan - The Artist's Materials","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSidney Nolan - The Artist's Materials\u003c\/em\u003e is the newest addition to the Artist’s Materials series and offers the first technical study of one of Australia’s greatest modern painters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSidney Nolan (1917–1992) is renowned for an oeuvre ranging from views of Melbourne’s seaside suburb St. Kilda to an iconic series on outlaw hero Ned Kelly. Working in factories from age fourteen, Nolan began his training spray painting signs on glass, which was followed by a job cutting and painting displays for Fayrefield Hats. Such employment offered him firsthand experience with commercial synthetic paints developed during the 1920s and 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1939, having given up his job at Fayrefield in pursuit of an artistic career, Nolan became obsessed with European abstract paintings he saw reproduced in books and magazines. With little regard for the longevity of his work, he began to exploit materials such as boot polish, dyes, secondhand canvas, tissue paper, and old photographs, in addition to commercial and household paints. He continued to embrace new materials after moving to London in 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOil-based Ripolin enamel is known to have been Nolan’s preferred paint, but this fascinating study—certain to appeal to conservators, conservation scientists, art historians, and general readers with an interest in modern art—reveals his equally innovative use of nitrocellulose, alkyds, and other diverse materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796723486956,"sku":"9781606065945","price":83.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22764843482759.jpg?v=1757104403"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/paula-dredge.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}