BIOGRAPHY

Margaret was born in Brisbane in in 1947.  She attended art school at the Brisbane Central Technical College where she gained a Diploma in Commercial Illustration.  From art school her working life began in retail advertising in Brisbane and then Sydney in graphic art studios, rural magazines and newspapers.  As she became more technically competent she became less satisfied personally.

In the early '70s a friend introduced her to the John Ogburn Studio where personal expression was encouraged.  Attending the John Ogburn Studio has been invaluable.  His teaching has continued to help her look at her environment with fresh eyes and an ever increasing appreciation of all things created.

After resuming classes with John Ogburn in the mid 80s Margaret has exhibited in both Autumn and Theme exhibitions at the Harrington Street Gallery. Being involved in The Harrington Street Cooperative and being able to discuss painting with fellow exhibitors has expanded her

"Painting enables me to express aspects of my environment and personal experiences.  This process often challenges my complacency.
I realise attempting to paint affords me some little insight in looking and appreciation.  Without painting and thinking about what to paint my life would be much less interesting."

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