The Australian Aboriginal Artist
A biography of Namatjira, Albert (Elea (1902-1959)10 total reviews
Comment from Nicky B
I really enjoyed this essay on a great Australian who's genius gave him great acclaim but also an unwanted internal tug of war between his own culture and white Australia.
Take care. Nick.
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2009
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I really enjoyed this essay on a great Australian who's genius gave him great acclaim but also an unwanted internal tug of war between his own culture and white Australia.
Take care. Nick.
Comment Written 04-Sep-2009
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2009
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Hi Nicky, Thanks for reading and glad you enjoyed the story. Cheers, Kay.
Comment from jester71
I am really enjoying learning Australian history. There is so much I never knew. I particularly liked reading about Albert because art history is my favorite way to get to know a culture. I am a collage artist and I will begin to look for some of his art work because I feel inspired.
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2009
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I am really enjoying learning Australian history. There is so much I never knew. I particularly liked reading about Albert because art history is my favorite way to get to know a culture. I am a collage artist and I will begin to look for some of his art work because I feel inspired.
Comment Written 02-Sep-2009
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2009
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Thank you jester; I am pleased that the story sparked your own interest in art history. Cheers, Kay.
Comment from laurelp
This was a fascinating story about a true genius of art. It is sad how some of the greatest artists were abused by the very people that got rich off their work. Very well told.
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2009
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This was a fascinating story about a true genius of art. It is sad how some of the greatest artists were abused by the very people that got rich off their work. Very well told.
Comment Written 01-Sep-2009
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2009
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Thanks so much for reading and glad you liked the story. Cheers, Kay.
Comment from lerkun
hello there aussie.. aussie being a white fella term. were this more focussed on aspects of his life I would have been more impressed than the digs at white australia.. sorry means nuthing just a means to an end yes.. I did find the tribal tradition of sharing everything only rated a small space.. did that have no factor in his living on the edge of a mission? indigineous australia cannot keep blaming da white man for their plight.. they want us to share everything too more education more government expenditure and u can't argue as I've seen the figures and written a paper on it.. anyway enough to say I didn't find it an overly enjoyable read for the barely disguised rant hidden beneath the artist memoire... my thoughts
b well
lerk
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2009
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hello there aussie.. aussie being a white fella term. were this more focussed on aspects of his life I would have been more impressed than the digs at white australia.. sorry means nuthing just a means to an end yes.. I did find the tribal tradition of sharing everything only rated a small space.. did that have no factor in his living on the edge of a mission? indigineous australia cannot keep blaming da white man for their plight.. they want us to share everything too more education more government expenditure and u can't argue as I've seen the figures and written a paper on it.. anyway enough to say I didn't find it an overly enjoyable read for the barely disguised rant hidden beneath the artist memoire... my thoughts
b well
lerk
Comment Written 01-Sep-2009
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2009
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Da white man (as you put it) were the root of their troubles. I make no apologies - both sides have their faults. The rant as you put it, probably because my lineage has Aboriginal bloodlines; I don't barrack for either side because both are at fault. Except for one point - whites took their land and their dignity in the first place. You are entitled to your opinion. Thanks, Kay.
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yes.. 300 hundred, 200 even 100 yr old ancestors, it's the white fella's fault.
it always will be and they'll always be expected to pay
Comment from easyeverett
A wonderful story of perserverance and neglect. The paintings are of remarkable brilliance and the colors
are almost dimensional in their richness. easy
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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A wonderful story of perserverance and neglect. The paintings are of remarkable brilliance and the colors
are almost dimensional in their richness. easy
Comment Written 01-Sep-2009
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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Thank you so much for reading and reviewing, glad you liked the story. Cheers, Kay.
Comment from Hitcher
A very enjoyable read, I think you brought Namatjira; his live, trials and tribulation, success and recognition to the readers mind, leaving them in no doubt that he was a rare talent indeed and one who was used and abused by the system in place at that time, I love the artwork of his you have displayed here, awesome! Well done!
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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A very enjoyable read, I think you brought Namatjira; his live, trials and tribulation, success and recognition to the readers mind, leaving them in no doubt that he was a rare talent indeed and one who was used and abused by the system in place at that time, I love the artwork of his you have displayed here, awesome! Well done!
Comment Written 31-Aug-2009
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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Thank you so much for reading and glad you enjoyed the story and his art. Cheers, Kay.
Comment from c_lucas
The white man culture runs afoul of the native culture. Albert paintings suffered from this influence. Very well written with good imagery and descriptive scheme.
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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The white man culture runs afoul of the native culture. Albert paintings suffered from this influence. Very well written with good imagery and descriptive scheme.
Comment Written 31-Aug-2009
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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Thank you so much for reading and reviewing, glad that you enjoyed the story and art. Cheers, Kay.
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You're welcome, Kay. Charlie
Comment from Bridge
I really enjoyed reading Albert Namatjira's storyand the painting is beautiful.Am new to writing but I've always wanted to write and learn to paint. Am new to Australia and am slowly getting to know about Australia's history and the aboriginals. Very well written indeed.It is a touching story
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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I really enjoyed reading Albert Namatjira's storyand the painting is beautiful.Am new to writing but I've always wanted to write and learn to paint. Am new to Australia and am slowly getting to know about Australia's history and the aboriginals. Very well written indeed.It is a touching story
Comment Written 31-Aug-2009
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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Hello Bridge, Thanks for reading and glad you enjoyed the story. Welcome to writing and also Welcome to Australia! Cheers, Kay.
Comment from L.lora
'attracted white artists to Hermannsburg[,(.)] [(A)among] the artists to visit the mission were Rex Battarbee and John Gardener.' just a suggestion so the sentence isn't so long.
This was an excellent accounting of this man's life and accomplishments as well as a history lesson. It is so sad that when a people conquer another; they expect the indigenous people to become subjecated and assimilated.. Again, your presentation was well done and an enjoyable read. Lora
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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'attracted white artists to Hermannsburg[,(.)] [(A)among] the artists to visit the mission were Rex Battarbee and John Gardener.' just a suggestion so the sentence isn't so long.
This was an excellent accounting of this man's life and accomplishments as well as a history lesson. It is so sad that when a people conquer another; they expect the indigenous people to become subjecated and assimilated.. Again, your presentation was well done and an enjoyable read. Lora
Comment Written 31-Aug-2009
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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Thank you Lora for your comments and glad that you enjoyed the story and the presentation of Albert's painting. Cheers, Kay.
Comment from adewpearl
the hand outs was so attractive should be - were so
six months of hard labor for buying another adult alcohol - oh, that is just outrageous
What an amazing story this is - part inspirational, part maddening - again, you bring such magnificent stories to my attention - do you read the work of a poet on site called Lora? She writes beautifully of Native Americans and the passing of their culture - you two should be reading each other's stuff if you are not already. Brooke
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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the hand outs was so attractive should be - were so
six months of hard labor for buying another adult alcohol - oh, that is just outrageous
What an amazing story this is - part inspirational, part maddening - again, you bring such magnificent stories to my attention - do you read the work of a poet on site called Lora? She writes beautifully of Native Americans and the passing of their culture - you two should be reading each other's stuff if you are not already. Brooke
Comment Written 31-Aug-2009
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2009
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My Dear Brooke, I thank you for reading and I will edit; Lora is in touch with me. Hope you liked Albert's painting? LOL Kay.
