1883 - 1951

Quick facts

  • Nationality: Australia
  • Top-ranked work: Broken light
  • Top 3 works: Broken light
  • Museums on this site: Art Gallery of New South Wales
  • Lifespan: 68 years
  • Copyright status: Public domain

A Life of Art and Performance

Albert Collins was an Australian painter, teacher, and actor who was born in New Zealand. His multifaceted career saw him transition from the classroom to the stage and the airwaves. As an educator, he taught drawing at Abbotsleigh School for Girls in Wahroonga and later at Redlands School in Cremorne. His influence as a teacher extended to various institutions, including Normanhurst, Meriden, Ascham, and St Vincent's, while he also provided private tutoring to students such as Muriel Cornish.

Beyond the classroom, Collins was a prominent figure in the arts and media. He served as a director of the advertising firm Smith and Julius and was an active member of the Society of Artists. His creative reach also extended to the ABC radio, where he became a beloved voice for children. Known as "Joe," he co-presented the Children's Session and the Argonauts' Club, and he famously portrayed the title character in the serial The Wide-awake Bunyip.

Artistic Works and Legacy

The visual output of Albert Collins includes significant works held in prestigious collections. His lithograph The world's loveliest harbour, Sydney, Australia is part of the National Gallery of Australia, while the Sydney Art Gallery holds two of his pieces, The Tunnel and Broken Light. His art is also represented in the state galleries in Hobart and the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney. Additionally, he contributed to the design of the Common Seal for the Ku-ring-gai Council and illustrated several books, including works by H. S. Blake.

In the realm of theatre, Collins was a capable actor who appeared in various productions, such as And So To Bed and The Constant Nymph. His life was marked by a deep connection to the community, evidenced by the public mourning that followed his death in a hospital from bronchiectasis.

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Quick quiz

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Klausimas 1:
In which country was the painter Albert Collins born?
Klausimas 2:
Which school did Albert Collins teach drawing at starting in 1906?
Klausimas 3:
What was the name of the long-running ABC radio serial in which Collins played the title role?
Klausimas 4:
Which organization was Albert Collins an invited foundation member of in 1923?
Klausimas 5:
Which of these works by Albert Collins is held at the National Gallery of Australia?