There are in our existence spots of time
That with distinct pre-eminence retain
A renovating virtue, whence, depressed
By false opinion and contentious thought
Or aught of heavier or more deadly weight,
In trivial occupations, and the round
Of ordinary intercourse, our minds
Are nourished and invisibly repaired."- William Wordsworth, The Prelude, Book XII
John Olsen, born in 1928 in Newcastle, New South Wales, is renowned as one of Australia's most celebrated artists. His career, spanning over seven decades, has left an indelible mark on the Australian art scene. Olsen's artistic style is characterized by vibrant colors, energized lines, and a unique blend of representation and abstraction.