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"The Bombing of Darwin 1942" by John 'Rowdy' Wylie

Every year, thanks to John "Rowdy" Wylie, the AnArt4Life blog features a special tribute in the form of a painting to commemorate ANZAC DAY and also REMEMBRANCE DAY in November. This year Rowdy's special acknowlegement focuses on the bombing of Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia in 1942.

Photography

Photographer Lee Miller – An amazing life

Today we learn about the fascinating life and iconic work of photographer, Lee Miller, who did not shy away from capturing raw and real historical events in World War II, as well as the fashion world of Paris and New York.

War Art

Remembrance Day 2023

For this year's “Remembrance Day” the thoughts were to keep the composition simple specifically focusing on the main elements of remembrance & the sacrifices made by our ANZAC heroes. Rowdy Wylie

War Art

Rowdy Wylie donates his war paintings to RSL museums in South Australia

Regular vistors to the AnArt4Life blog will be familiar with the paintings of Rowdy Wylie especially those he does to commemorate Australia's involvement in wars. Today he reports in on donating two of the paintings to two RSL Museums in South Australia.

War Art

Reflecting on Australia's Involvement in the Vietnam War: Part Two

Today is a very special day in Australia and here on the AnArt4Life blog we want to acknowledge the contribution so many Australians made to helping the people of Vietnam during the war that wracked their country for so long.

War Art

Reflecting on Australia's Involvement in the Vietnam War: Part One

Over the next couple of days we are going to pay tribute to Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War as it is 50 years since the final withdrawal.

Animals

Bill the Bastard

One of my favourite stories from WWI is the one surrounding "Bill the Bastard". Click on the teaser to find out who Bill was and what he was able to achieve with a little help from a human!

Women Artists

Not just her father’s daughter – Nora Heysen

Today we meet Nora Heysen, famous in her own right for her achievements in art, despite being the daughter of famous artist Hans Heysen.

Reflection

Remembrance Day 2022: Reflecting on the Kokoda Trail Campaign 80 years on with Rowdy Wylie

Naive painter Rowdy Wylie from Port Elliot South Australia produces a painting each year for ANZAC DAY (25 April) and REMEMBRANCE DAY (11 Nov). This year he remembers and reflects on the war 1942-1945 in Papua and New Guinea.

Reflection

Papua and New Guinea Campaign 1942 Part Two

Our "Remembrance" post today is dedicated to those brave men who fought in Papua & New Guinea -especially those involved in the "Kokoda Trail Campaign". We thank you & the many nurses who looked after the injured - may you all "Rest in Peace" knowing that your sacrifice saved your country.

War Art

Papua and New Guinea Campaign 1942 Part One

Today Rowdy Wylie and Anne take you back to WWII to remember and reflect on those who sacrificed so much in the fight to save the Pacific and Australia from an invading force.

Reflection

ANZACS FAR FROM HOME

On the 11 November we remember those people who have dedicated themselves to make this a better world to live in. We remember those who have sacrificed so much in wars around the world so that we can live in peace.

Tribute

Commemorating Anzac Day

We remember those who gave their lives in WWI and in all wars so that the world would be a more peaceful place for all people. We remember also those who today are fighting in different ways and different enemies so that we can all live peaceful lives. R.I.P. Image credit: nzhistory.govt.nz

Tribute

80th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain

Today we pause to remember the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, the conflict in the skies over southern England in 1940. We pay tribute to the bravery , unity and endurance of all involved, in the air and on the ground. Image: Imperial War Museum, England © IWM (HU 104669)

Drawings

Penleigh Boyd: War Artist

Penleigh Boyd was not only a talented landscape artist, he recorded illustrations from World War I during his time on the Western Front. Each illustration is accompanied by an insightful description. Image: The Anzac from Salvage by Penleigh Boyd (digital.slv.vic.gov.au)

Dynasty

The Boyd Dynasty: Theodore Penleigh Boyd - Much More than the Painter of Wattle Trees

Theodore Penleigh Boyd is known for his paintings of the Australian Golden Wattle tree - our National floral emblem. Research reveals Penleigh Boyd's artistic talent went far beyond this to include illustrations of World War 1. Image Wattle Time, Warrandyte by Penleigh Boyd (invaluable.com)

Tribute

D Day Landings - 76th Anniversary

Today is the 76th Anniversary of D-Day. We commemorate this, and the 80th anniversary of the Evacuation of Dunkirk a couple of days ago, by looking at some paintings done by artists who were actually there. Image: Courtesy of The Imperial War Museum © IWM (Art.IWM ART LD 4093)

Tribute

75th Anniversary of VE Day

Today we recognise the significance of VE Day, on 8 May 1945, which saw the end of WWII in Europe - "Victory in Europe Day". We share photos and paintings from this time, plus a video of events on VE Day 1945. Photo: © IWM HU92607.

Tribute

ANZAC DAY 2019

The 25th April is celebrated in Australia and New Zealand as a National Day of Remembrance. We remember all Australians & New Zealanders who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations & the contribution and suffering of all those who have served. (Wikipedia)

Tribute

Remembering Animals that Went to War

Working Dogs of War statue also at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra.

Tribute

Remembering Our Wonderful Animals

The Animals in War Memorial in Hyde Park, London. inspired by Jilly Cooper's book Animals in War, and was made possible by a specially created fund of £1.4 million from public donations of which Cooper was a co-trustee.

Tribute

The Last Goodbye

It was her great love of horses and her family’s history of military service that inspired Judith Leman to create a series of sculptures recognising the vital role horses played in the First World War. The sculptures tell the stories of the horses being transported to Egypt

Tribute

Stirred by Horses

other statues of horses that we found captivating. One of my favourite horse statues is the one that carries The Maid of Orleans outside the Melbourne City Library as shown above. The sculptor was Frenchman Emmanuel Frémiet.

Perception

Masculinity versus Femininity

Masculinity versus Femininity But how were the women perceived during these times especially from the outbreak of World War when Masculinity was the dominant force being portrayed?

Perception

Bread and Cheese Clubs: Male Kindred Spirits

Bread and Cheese Clubs - one established here in Melbourne in 1938 and was in existence for 50 years, the other establish a hundred years earlier in 1824 in New York City and lasted only 3 years. the purpose in forming the clubs was to invite Male Kindred Spirits to gather together

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