Walter Withers b. 22 October 1854

Also known as Walter Herbert Withers
  • Artist (Draughtsman),
  • Artist (Painter),
  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator)
The English born painter Walter Withers is known for his moody landscapes of the Victorian landscape around Heidelberg, Eaglemont and Creswick. In the brotherhood of the Heidelberg school of painters he was called 'The Colonel' for his ability to organise others. His old farmstead at Charterisville became the home for a generation of painters in 1890 and he also taught and mentored many of his younger colleagues.
Tags: Heidelberg School, Australian Impressionist, Charterisville, Académie Julian, Paris, Wynne Prize
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  • received
    Wynne Prize
    Dates
    1897
    Recognition type
    Award
    Note

    Inaugural winner

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Other occupations
  • draughtsman (ANZSIC code: 692) 1893 Creswick, Vic.
  • art teacher (ANZSIC code: 8212) 1894 - c.1897 Heidelberg, Melbourne, Vic.
  • draughtsman 1893 Creswick, Vic.
  • art teacher (ANZSIC code: 8212) 1894 - c.1897 Heidelberg, Melbourne, Vic.