Tony Bishop b. 1940

  • Artist (Sculptor),
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
Tony Bishop has exhibited sculpture and drawing since 1965, participating in many Australian sculpture triennials, prizes and surveys. He is a past Board Member of various arts organisations, including the Art Gallery of South Australia (1971-1981). His work 'Chuffing around', 1990, a series of 14 individually carved black birds arranged in a circle, was acquired by AGSA and is a highlight of their Australian art collection.
Name
Tony Bishop
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Sculptor)
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
Birth date
1940
Birth place
Sydney
Active Period
  • 1965-
Training
  • 1958 - 1961 Adelaide Teachers College, Adelaide, SA
  • Diploma of Art, 1958 - 1961 South Australian School of Art, Adelaide, SA
Initial Record Data Source
  • Art Gallery of South Australia