Peter Barker

Peter Barker is a Perth based artist who studied the techniques of classical realism in Florence, Italy. He continued his studies as an assistant to the master Norwegian figurative painter Odd Nerdrum. He has exhibited extensively and been a finalist in numerous prestigious awards such the Doug Moran, the Lester Award, the Kilgour Art Prize and the Mandorla Art Award. Peter also runs and directs the Perth Art Academy where he teaches and passes on traditional painting techniques.