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Artists in conversation / Janet Hawley

Drawing on personal interviews, this collection explores the lives and creative processes of over 30 Australian and international artists. It examines the inspirations and challenges faced by figures such as Margaret Olley, Sidney Nolan, and Brett Whiteley.

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