B. 1945 – 2024

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of one of Australia's living treasures, Michael Leunig.  His commentary on political, cultural and emotional life spans decades and has often explored the idea of an innocent and sacred personal world; Leunig's influence on cultural life through his newspaper cartoons is immeasurable.

In 1999, he was declared an Australian Living Treasure, a testament to his profound impact on our nation's artistic landscape. Leunig describes his approach as regressive, humorous, messy, mystical, primal and vaudevillian.

To read a more in-depth biography of the artist, click here.