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'''Ian Stephens''' is an [[artist]], living in North [[Queensland]], [[Australia]].<ref name="Ian Stephens Artist">{{cite web|url=http://www.villagegallerypalmcove.com/IanStephens.html |title=Ian Stephens |publisher=villagegallery.com.au |date=2008-05-10 |accessdate=2011-02-03}}</ref> |
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Ian Stephens was born in the [[Gippsland]] region of [[Victoria (Australia)|Victoria]] and began drawing and painting at an early age. In 1971, Ian relocated to [[Melbourne]] to study fine art and painting techniques at the [[Victorian Artists Society]]. He completed advanced art courses and attained a Diploma of Commercial Art. In addition to this experience, Ian broadened his artistic knowledge by travelling Australia and the world.<ref name="Ian Stephens Biography">{{cite web|url=http://www.ianstephens.com.au/Artwork/IanStephens/Biography.html |title=Ian Stephens Biography |publisher=ianstephens.com.au |date=2011-01-20 |accessdate=2011-02-03}}</ref> |
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'''Ian Stephens''' is an [[artist]], currently living in North [[Queensland]], [[Australia]]. |
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Ian won the [[Royal Over-Seas League]] in 1976. His winning painting was sent to London to represent Australia in a Commonwealth exhibition opened by Queen [[Elizabeth II]]. The painting received High Commendation by the judges from the [[Royal Academy]] of Arts.<ref name="Ian Stephens Biography"/> |
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==Biography== |
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Ian Stephens was born in [[Victoria (Australia)|Victoria]] ’s [[Gippsland]] region and began [[drawing]] and [[painting]] at an early age. |
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In 1992, Ian relocated to [[North Queensland]] to fulfil a lifelong ambition of living in the tropics. He enjoyed incorporating his new environment into his diverse range of landscapes.<ref name="Ian Stephens Biography"/> |
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Later, he relocated to [[Melbourne]] to study [[Fine Art]] and painting techniques. This was followed by extensive travelling of the world to study and broaden his technical knowledge. His first solo [[art exhibition]] was held at Young Originals Gallery, South Yarra . At the exhibition Ian discovered that some clients had queued for several hours prior to the opening, while others had travelled from interstate specifically to purchase his works. The exhibition sold out. He continued to hold one man exhibitions annually, all of which were extremely successful and most resulting in sell outs. Ian is among the minority of practising, professional artists whose income is derived entirely from the proceeds of their artworks. |
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During his career Ian has travelled extensively throughout regional Australia. Ian made several extended visits to the area. He relocated to North Queensland where he continues to live and work. |
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Ian’s works have been exhibited internationally in [[England]] ([[London]]) and the [[United States|U.S.]] ([[Los Angeles]], [[San Francisco]], [[San Diego]]). His paintings are represented in private and corporate collections throughout the world. Among his personal clients are [[Heads of State]] including [[U.S. Presidents]], [[Australian Prime Ministers]] and Governor Generals. |
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*[http://www.ianstephens.com.au Official |
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*[http://www.nzflowers.co.nz Iain Stephens, Florist, New Zealand] |
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Latest revision as of 20:33, 3 June 2021
Ian Stephens is an artist, living in North Queensland, Australia.[1]
Ian Stephens was born in the Gippsland region of Victoria and began drawing and painting at an early age. In 1971, Ian relocated to Melbourne to study fine art and painting techniques at the Victorian Artists Society. He completed advanced art courses and attained a Diploma of Commercial Art. In addition to this experience, Ian broadened his artistic knowledge by travelling Australia and the world.[2]
Ian won the Royal Over-Seas League in 1976. His winning painting was sent to London to represent Australia in a Commonwealth exhibition opened by Queen Elizabeth II. The painting received High Commendation by the judges from the Royal Academy of Arts.[2]
In 1992, Ian relocated to North Queensland to fulfil a lifelong ambition of living in the tropics. He enjoyed incorporating his new environment into his diverse range of landscapes.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ "Ian Stephens". villagegallery.com.au. 10 May 2008. Retrieved 3 February 2011.
- ^ a b c "Ian Stephens Biography". ianstephens.com.au. 20 January 2011. Retrieved 3 February 2011.
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