John Brack

John Brack was a major Australian painter whose work examined modern life through scenes of Melbourne streets, suburbs, workplaces and social rituals. After serving in the Australian army during World War II, he taught at Melbourne Grammar and later headed the National Gallery Art School before becoming a full-time artist in 1968. His distinctive art combined caustic realism, irony and dry humour, with celebrated works including *Barber’s Shop* and *Collins Street, 5p.m.*