Ian Fairweather

Name: Ian Fairweather
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781925355253
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A Life in Letters

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Ian Fairweather is a captivating biography that delves into the life of the renowned painter Ian Fairweather, chronicling his journey from his early days to becoming a celebrated artist. It explores his struggles, inspirations, and the distinct style that set him apart in the art world. Readers gain insight into his personal life and the complex personality behind his compelling artworks.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the intertwining of art and adventure, or if you have an interest in the life of a celebrated artist who lived a nomadic and unconventional life. It offers an intimate exploration of personal struggle, creativity, and the development of a unique artistic style, appealing to those who appreciate vivid biographical storytelling.

Ian Fairweather

A self-portrait by one of Australia’s greatest artists, a man mistakenly portrayed as a hermit

A self-portrait by one of Australia's greatest artists, a man mistakenly portrayed as a hermit.

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When he died in 1974 after a long period of self-imposed austerity and improvisation on Bribie Island, Queensland, Ian Fairweather was at the apex of his fame. He had been called ‘our greatest painter’, and his works were keenly sought by galleries, collectors, and artists.

Born in 1891 in Scotland, Fairweather had lived a peripatetic life, forever seeking the right place to settle. He was a prodigious and idiosyncratic letter writer—wryly documenting for friends and family members his travels, his struggles with his painting and Chinese translations, and the changing conditions on Bribie, as well as commenting on literature and world affairs.

Seven hundred of the painter’s letters are known to be in existence, and in their selection, Claire Roberts and John Thompson have created the definitive volume of Fairweather’s correspondence: the closest thing to an autobiography of one of Australia’s most important and enduring artists.

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This biography and memoir presents an intimate portrait of Ian Fairweather, interweaving his letters to reveal a man deeply committed to his art and life. Critics praise its stunning design, enhanced by photographs and reproductions that enrich the narrative. The expertly edited letters offer insights into Fairweather's complex personality, showcasing his humour, anxieties, and dedication, making the book an engaging and thought-provoking read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925355253

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 October 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Contributors:

Edited by John Thompson
Edited by Claire Roberts

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 640

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About the Author

Claire Roberts is an associate professor in art history and an ARC Future Fellow at the University of Melbourne, and has published widely on Chinese art and visual culture, and curated numerous exhibitions.