This book explores the development of Australia's national identity and cultural experience through the world of art. It draws on a wide range of critical and historical sources, examining painting, photography, and sculpture in each chapter.
Features include:
- In Focus: A feature study in each chapter profiling an artist, artwork, architect, or photographer, with specific activities to explore and extend the topic.
- Our House and Our City: A series of double-page spreads showcasing domestic and civil architecture throughout Australia's history.
- Critical and Historical Investigations: Graded activities in each chapter that encourage deeper engagement with the material.
- Chronological Approach: A timeline structure with recurring themes woven throughout the text.
- Glossary Highlights: Key terms and concepts are highlighted for easy reference.
- Expanded Coverage: Increased content on Indigenous artists and women artists.
- Accessible Writing Style: A lively and engaging tone designed to appeal to a broad audience.
CONTENTS
- Chapter 1: Terra Australis before 1788
- Chapter 2: Art of the Colony 1788-1820
- Chapter 3: Eureka 1850-1880
- Chapter 4: Creating Australia 1880-1901
- Chapter 5: Cutting the ties-Federation 1901-1910
- Chapter 6: Exodus 1911-1920
- Chapter 7: The Modern Artist 1913-1940
- Chapter 8: Images of modern evil 1933-1950
- Chapter 9: The battle of styles 1951-1960
- Chapter 10: Rocking and rolling 1960s-1970s
- Chapter 11: Into the new century 1990-2001
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