Whilst studying for my bachelor’s degree in art history, I developed a keen appreciation of Australia art and artists, particularly early 20th Century artists including Janet Cumbrae Stewart, Jessie C.A Traill, Norah Gurdon, and their group of ex-Gallery students. This website is my way of giving back to the artists who have brought me so much joy and purpose, and I hope that it helps to re-shine a light on their work and their importance to Australian art history.
If you have anything to contribute to my research or have any questions, I would be happy to hear from you.
Bio
Lainie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Art History and has been researching the lives and oeuvres of Janet Cumbrae Stewart, Dora L Wilson, Mary Cockburn Mercer and Jessie Traill.
Lainie also has formal qualifications in photography and has more than 15 years copy writing experience. She has written features for newspapers including a comprehensive course on digital photography, published over 13 weeks across both the Australian Publishing Network and News Media rural footprints. She is currently working on a biography of Janet Cumbrae Stewart.