Returning to a long-neglected manuscript evokes memories of initial creative struggles and profound influences. Starting a career in advertising led to connections with artists and literature. A significant relationship with Barry Oakley fostered exposure to essential works and artistic experiences. An impactful visit to Sidney Nolan’s Ned Kelly paintings in 1963 ignited a lasting passion, while discovering modernist texts like James Joyce’s Ulysses awakened a deep appreciation for literature’s possibilities, all contributing to a transformative creative journey.
Returning to the old manuscript brings back memories of doubt and obsession, reflecting on a journey that started in advertising in pursuit of creative expression.
An important relationship formed with a workmate, Barry Oakley, who exposed a young creative to literature and art that would profoundly influence their artistic path.
The impactful visit to Sidney Nolan’s Ned Kelly paintings marked a transformative moment in 1963, igniting a passion for new artistic experiences and cultural exploration.
Encountering classics like Ulysses at a young age evoked a deep recognition of its significance, filled with a sense of wonder and artistic awakening.
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