Kenneth Jack (1924–2006) was a leading figure in Australian representational painting. This substantial monograph documents the work of Kenneth Jack, one of Australia’s most respected landscape painters, particularly renowned for his luminous watercolours and depictions of historic rural towns.
The book presents:
- A broad survey of Jack’s career and artistic development
- Detailed commentary by Lou Klepac (former Director of the Art Gallery of South Australia)
- A strong focus on Australian regional architecture, outback landscapes, and historic streetscapes
- High-quality reproductions capturing Jack’s signature clarity of light and atmosphere
Notable works include scenes such as Mirage, Lake Eyre (1977), highlighting his mastery of space, heat haze, and tonal subtlety.
His work:
- Celebrates Australian heritage towns and landscapes
- Is held in major public collections including state galleries
- Is highly regarded among collectors of Australian watercolours and architectural scene
Signed copies are increasingly scarce, particularly in complete condition with dust jacket
Kenneth Jack Signed First Edition | Australian Art Book | Lou Klepac | Bay Books
Title: Kenneth Jack
Author: Lou Klepac
Artist: Kenneth Jack
Signature: Signed by Kenneth Jack to the half-title page
Publisher: Bay Books
Place of Publication: Kensington, NSW, Australia
Date: c. 1980s (First Edition)
Edition: First Edition
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
Pages: 164 pages
Illustrations: 93 full-colour plates
ISBN: 1 86256 320 9
Condition: Very good overall. Light general shelf wear to dust jacket. Clean interior with strong, bright plates. Tight binding
































