Notes

“Scully’s panoramic views on a large scale, offer a fresh vision of the Australian outback. These images of shimmering depth and vibrant colour echo, in many ways, the Nolan landscapes of the ‘Kelly’ series, with an intensity of expression which comes from the direct experience of the bush … Although no figures appear in these works, they are celebrations of a powerful land that has freely allowed man to foster legend around the people whose very existence has become synonymous with its broad horizon. Inspired by his stay at a house in Smith’s Gully, Larry Scully’s broad sweeps of colour and subtle blending of tones offer the viewer vistas of intrigue and mystery.”

 Anthony Matthews, Head, Faculty of Visual Arts, Vesley College, Melbourne, Australia. 1990.

Exhibited

Doncaster Art Gallery, Melbourne, In Search of Ned Kelly, 21 – 27 May 1990.