Editorial

This issue we explore the early 1960s Perth Group and the reasons for its short lived existence. Drawn from collections together with recent works, Setting their Sights at Mundaring Arts Centre is an interesting window into the fledgling visual arts in Perth. Curated by Philippa O’Brien who has often written about the small band of artists, and known them since her late teens, it will be the first time an exhibition has been devoted to this fleeting moment in Western Australian visual arts history.

As a reminder of the power of art, see our Book Review on Propaganda Prints. Rich in history and potent in content, prints have had an important role in politics, revolutions and war through history.

As of this issue the Artist’s Chronicle will be printed on Elemental Chlorine Free pulp from sustainably managed plantations and forests. Adhering to several accreditations, see below, it also conforms to an archival rating.

The next issue of the Artist’s Chronicle is very special, marking twenty-one years of publishing. Many subscribers have retained copies of each issue from the 1990s, some with almost a complete set since the first issue. We’re inviting all readers to drop us a line for our milestone anniversary. Email art@artistschronicle.com by 20 February for the opportunity to have your message published.

We’ll be covering the early history of the magazine, which only seems like yesterday I must say! But in the meantime take advantage of our free Luna Palace double passes to the landmark showing of the opening night of Leonardo da Vinci: Painter at the Court of Milan at the National Gallery in London, and Arrietty from the famed award-winning Studio Ghibli in Japan. Simply be the first to contact the Artist’s Chronicle to win.

Lyn DiCiero
Editor

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