I am a Contemporary Impressionist Artist living in Melbourne specialising in Oil & Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Sketch Portraits, Landscape Paintings, etc.

Working with my older brother Bill, I drew caricatures of sports people and politicians at an early age for newspapers. Sidney Nolan was the major influence in my life.  In my teens, I joined my brother Bill and started illustrating for magazines, drawing people and places.

Formally taught to paint by Artist Joyce Watts, I spent time at the Sherbrook Art Society. I also joined the Contemporary Art Society (CAS) of Victoria, where Sidney Nolan was also a member since 1938.

Since the early 1980’s, I have painted many portraits – Some famous and some not so famous!

I have been teaching Art Classes in Bentleigh for over 6 years, at Bentleigh Community Center (Godfrey Street).  The art is for all newcomers inclusive of those with disabilities: mental, autism, older and younger alike. I love to teach and pass on my knowledge and experience to aspiring young artists !

My paintings are available to Purchase, so if you find one that you are interested in give me a call on 0409 931 690.

William Bedford Nolan was in the battle 1854.

Russell Nolan-Lewis painting “The Dawn of Democracy”. Russell’s great grandfather was at the Eureka Stockade. Russell’s grandfather, William Nolan, was a police officer involved in the pursuit of Ned Kelly. And Russell’s cousin Sidney, painted the series!