Brett Whiteley: Illawarra Encounters - Presentation

Brett Whiteley at Wyewurk, Thirroul, 1973.

Presentation by Michael Organ to the Friends of the Wollongong Art Gallery on 18 September 2019. The following powerpoint deals with linkages between the Illawarra and the artist Brett Whiteley.

Last updated: 6 October 2021. 

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