Jim Russell b. 1909

Also known as James Newton Russell, Mick Newton
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator)
Prolific cartoonist: took over 'The Potts' from Stan Cross; created "Uncle Dick". In 1924 Jim Russell was one of the founders of the original Black and White Artists' Club.
Name
Jim Russell
Also known as:
  • James Newton Russell
  • Mick Newton
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator)
Other Occupation
  • Copy boy (ANZSIC code: 7291)
  • Welterweight boxer (ANZSIC code: 9112)
Birth date
1909
Birth place
Campsie, Sydney, NSW
Death date
15 August 2001
Death place
Sydney, NSW
Active Period
  • 1924 - 2001
Residence
  • Sydney, NSW
Training
  • 1924 - 1930 Sydney Art School, Sydney, NSW
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Black and white artists