Bernice Agar b. 9 April 1885

Also known as née Agar Bernice Hardie
  • Artist (Photographer)
Glamorous and highly accomplished photographer best known for her images of Sydney socialites and brides. Such was her skill that when she retired upon marriage Cato claims 'the leading camera men of this country breathed a sigh of relief'.
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Name
Bernice Agar
Also known as née Agar Bernice Hardie
Gender
Female
Roles
  • Artist (Photographer)
Other Occupation
  • Professional photographer (ANZSIC code: 6991) before 5 February 1934
Birth date
9 April 1885
Birth place
Bowen, North Qld.
Death date
1976
Death place
Edgecliff, Sydney, NSW
Active Period
  • c.1885 - c.1934
Residence
  • c.1918 - c.1976 Sydney, NSW
  • Toowoomba, Qld.
  • c.1885 Bowen, North Qld.
Training
  • Bain Photographic Studios, Toowoomba, Qld.
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Heritage: The National Women's Art Book

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Periods active
  • c.1885 - c.1934
  • c.1885 - c.1933
Other occupations
  • Professional photographer (ANZSIC code: 6991) before 5 February 1934
  • Professional photographer (ANZSIC code: 6991)