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Nora Heysen: A Portrait
About this book
Discover the remarkable life of Nora Heysen, Australia's trailblazing female artist.
Anne-Louise Willoughby's biography unveils the story of Nora Heysen, the first woman to win the Archibald Prize and Australia's first female official war artist. Delve into her artistic journey, from her upbringing in the Adelaide Hills to her experiences documenting World War II. Explore the complexities of her relationship with her famous father, Hans Heysen, and the challenges she overcame in a male-dominated art world.
This extensively researched biography, featuring artworks and photographs from Heysen's life, offers a compelling portrait of a determined and independent woman who left an indelible mark on Australian art. Perfect for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking inspiration from a life dedicated to creative expression.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- About the Author
- Title Page
- Dedication
- Contents
- List of abbreviations
- Preface
- Introduction: Nora speaks
- One: In the name of the father
- Two: The Cedars
- Three: Art school, two deals and painting herself
- Four: Truth, art and Hitler
- Five: Pissarro, Evie and those other men
- Six: Nora takes her leave
- Seven: Mad Max, Mary and the Archibald
- Eight: War and love
- Nine: Rations and revisitations
- Ten: Letters from a friend
- Eleven: Marriage, home and another woman
- Twelve: Sacred ground
- Epilogue
- Works mentioned
- List of illustrations
- Notes
- Acknowledgements
- Copyright