Australia Felix series − Cape SchanckJeffrey Thomas Makin · 2004

  • Creation date2004
  • Dimensions76.0 x 56.0 cm
  • MuseumCentral Goldfields Art Gallery
Australia Felix is the title for the suite of ten etchings by Central Victorian artist, Jeff Makin, inspired by the Australian landscape. In 1836 the explorer, Major Mitchell coined the Latin phrase Australia Felix, which losely translates to mean

Jeffrey Thomas Makin (1943 –)

Jeffrey Makin is an Australian artist renowned for his en plein air paintings of the Australian landscape. His work blends traditional techniques with modern influences, capturing the beauty & significance of Australia's natural environment.

Central Goldfields Art Gallery (Maryborough, Australia)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Australia Felix series − Cape Schanck
  • Artist: Jeffrey Thomas Makin
  • Year: 2004
  • Original dimensions: 76.0 x 56.0 cm
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: Central Goldfields Art Gallery
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Perceived brightness: bright

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"Australia Felix series − Cape Schanck" dates from 2004. The date places the work within Jeffrey Thomas Makin's career and its era.

How strong is the contrast in "Australia Felix series − Cape Schanck" by Jeffrey Thomas Makin?

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Jeffrey Thomas Makin was 61 years old when creating "Australia Felix series − Cape Schanck" in 2004. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1943.

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The color composition of "Australia Felix series − Cape Schanck" by Jeffrey Thomas Makin combines a statement contrast with a softly mixed palette harmony.

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The artist behind "Australia Felix series − Cape Schanck" is Jeffrey Thomas Makin. The work is catalogued under Jeffrey Thomas Makin's name.

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"Australia Felix series − Cape Schanck" was created by Jeffrey Thomas Makin in 2004.

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