BEN TANKARD
Bookstore 22
Acrylic on canvas
101 x 76cm
“I’ve been painting this Bookstore series for several years now. For the Gallipoli Art Prize, I’ve painted a selection of books that relate to Australian military campaigns, to Australians such as Nancy Wake who fought against fascism, and to the home front in war time. I enjoy the challenge of incorporating different styles and techniques within the one picture, and arranging the composition. Hopefully the choice of books here can stand as a tribute to the men and women who have lived through challenging times in the past, and defended freedom.”
