Augustus Earle - The wandering artist

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Self Portrait

It is now widely accepted that Augustus Earle (1793-1838) was the first independent, professionally trained artist to visit each of the five continents and record his experiences. He was not only highly prolific but talented, gregarious and adventuresome as well. Augustus Earle carved out a role as a wandering artist � the photojournalist of his generation.

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Please find below some links about this interesting artist.

THE WANDERING ARTIST EXHIBITION

NATIONAL LIBRARY

AUSTRALIAN BIOGRAPHICAL DICTIONARY

A NARRATIVE OF FIVE MONTHS RESIDENCE IN NZ

DICTIONARY OF AUSTRALIAN ARTISTS

WIKIPEDIA

CAPTAIN JOHN AND MARY PIPER EMAIL