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Allens' involvementAllens Arthur Robinson is delighted to sponsor the New South Wales Parliament Plein Air Prize, with an inaugural award in 2008 of $20,000. The term 'en plein air' refers to the practice of painting out of doors,
engaging with nature and recording the transitory effects of light. Although it
has a long history in Europe, Australian artists have also established a strong
tradition of painting 'en plein air', with the climate and landscape proving
conducive to this style. The Impressionists of the late 19th century, including
Arthur Streeton and Tom Roberts, spent much of their time painting out of doors
and brought a new understanding of Australian light and landscape to the public
through their work. Studies painted out of doors were the foundation of the work
by Fred Williams, a great master of landscape painting in the 20th century. Allens Arthur Robinson's sponsorship of this important new painting prize reflects our commitment
to Australian art, most notably reflected in our significant collection of more
than 1000 unique and challenging works by Australian artists developed since the
mid- 1970s. The Allens Arthur Robinson collection has today grown to become a
significant survey of painting over the last three decades, reflecting the
passion of former partner Hugh Jamieson, who established the collection. For more information , please visit the website: http://www.pleinair.com.au/index.html.
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