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Sir John Campbell Longstaff
Early Life and Education Sir John Campbell Longstaff (1861 – 1941) was born in Clunes, Victoria, Australia, on March 10th, 1861. His formative years were marked by a privileged upbringing at a boarding school in Miners Rest and Clunes State School, fostering an early appreciation for formal education and artistic pursuits. Recognizing his exceptional talent during his studies at the Melbourne National Gallery School between 1883 and 18
87—where George Folingsby notably observed his abilities—Longstaff embarked on a journey toward becoming one of Australia’s most celebrated portraitists. Artistic Career Longstaff's artistic trajectory commenced with his involvement in the Buonarotti Club, co-founded in May 1883 alongside fellow artist Will Longstaff. This association solidified his commitment to bohemian ideals and fueled his creative exploration within a vibrant ar…