Are you aware that you might be eligible for an investment allowance of up to 50% for the purchase of art by your business?

Kevin Hill’s “TOP TEN” Australian Artists has received advice from Lowensteins Arts Management (Certified Practicing Accountants) that the ATO has confirming to them, that businesses with a turnover under $2 million are eligible to receive an investment allowance of up to 50% on the purchase of artworks purchased for at least $1,000. Also, for businesses with a turnover of more than $2 million turnover an investment allowance of 10% on the purchase of artworks purchased for at least $10,000. This investment allowance is available up to 31st December 2009.

There are a small number of guidelines to enable artworks to be claimed under the new allowance. Among the guidelines accepted by the ATO to qualify for the allowance are:

• The allowance only applies to NEW artworks created by professional artists registered with an ABN or a recognized overseas artist.

• Artworks are used in Australia primarily for business purposes (an artwork would not qualify if its exposure was limited to only its owner).

• Artworks must be tangible, therefore excluding digital art.

• Artworks cannot be intended for sale in the foreseeable future.

• A home office that has clients calling and/or staff working there could be able to claim the allowance.

It has been argued that art enhances the work environment - which can generate greater productivity and that there is a causal relationship between businesses displaying artwork and the income of their clients.

THIS INVESTMENT ALLOWANCE WILL APPLY UNTIL 31ST DECEMBER 2009, SO NOW IS THE RIGHT TIME TO ACQUIRE ART FOR A BUSINESS.

The examples below show how it could work utilising the investment allowance for a small business with a turnover less than $2 million.

An Artwork purchased for $6,000 includes GST.

Depreciation $ 60

Investment Allowance $3,000

Equates to a tax deduction of $3,060 dollars

This information is not intended as advice and you would need to consult your accountant

MERRY CHRISTMAS: What a great time of year, the weather is warmer and the excitement of the festive season is building. We travel to shows around Australia but the show we really look forward to is our Christmas show at Bankstown. We love catching up with you and look forward to sharing a Christmas drink. Cheryl the artists & I will all be there celebrating with MAX MANNIX for his 70TH BIRTHDAY, can you believe it, he doesnt look a day over 69? Anyway please come along Friday night and join us in this wonderful milestone in his life and wish him all the best for the next decade. Also Friday night is Bring a friend night and enjoy Comedian Peter Kayes Prime Minister KEVIN RUDD who will do us the honour of opening the show on this very special night.

LAY-BY now for Christmas. Our lay-by system, started 15 years ago, has become an increasingly popular way to purchase art with many people finding their works had increased in value before they had paid for them.

JOHN VANDER’S 40 YRS IN OZ: Its been 40 yrs since John made the life changing decision to migrate to Australia so come along and help John Celebrate this great milestone. talking to him recently he said I can honestly say that my move to Australia has enriched my life and I am looking to the future with great excitement and part of that excitement is the release of his new 2010 calendar Historic Village of Berrima and I have twisted his arm and he has agreed to release some paintings reproduced in this historic calendar at the Bankstown show. Unfortunately last month he had a serious relapse of his Cardiomyopathy and has had to completely slow down and rest.

ATO CONFIRMS 50% INVESTMENT ALLOWANCE: Kevin Hills TOP TEN Australian Artists has received advice from Lowensteins Arts Management (Certified Practicing Accountants) that the ATO has confirmed to them, that businesses with a turnover under $2 million are eligible to receive an investment allowance of up to 50% on the purchase of artworks purchased for at least $1,000. Also, for businesses with a turnover of more than $2 million turnover an investment allowance of 10% on the purchase of artworks purchased for at least $10,000. It ends on the 31st December 2009. Please ask at show for details or visit our web site at the newsletter link for more details.

IAN HANSENS WINNING PAINTING RETURNS: We are very fortunate to have for sale the painting that won the International Thomas Wells award in the USA last November. The award, one of the most prestigious awards for Marine art in the world today was won by Ian Hansen with his work Thermopylae Passing the Empress of India. It was acknowledged as the best marine painting judged that year and the finest example of marine art.

15 PAINTING GIVEAWAY: As a thank you, the exhibiting artists have donated 16 paintings to the Greenacre Lions with 15 to be won throughout the show. Every visitor to the show receives a free lucky door ticket, just fill it out and pop it in the Lucky Door box to enter in the draw. There are 5 paintings to be won each day. The Lions will be also be raffling a Gary Myers painting in aid of the Bankstown City Aged Care.

MAX MANNIX: Yes we will be singing Happy Birthday to Max as this Aussie icon celebrates his 70th birthday with us. He is in an incredible period of his painting career with his life experiences in the outback depicted in very detailed and exciting works. The increasing demand for his work throughout the country and abroad continues. His works are arguably the hottest property by a living artist and is keenly sought by art investors.

JAMES HOUGH: The Australian Koala Foundation has discovered James incredible Koala images and has asked to use his Koala paintings on prints and memorabilia in their stores. The recognition of his talent by this important wildlife organisation and the accolades he is receiving all over the country certainly justifies his selection in my TOP TEN Artists group. These important paintings will be available for sale at this show.

RAMON WARD-THOMPSON: Ramon returns along with JOHN BRADLEY as our two guest artists this show. Both of these artists have been extremely popular and show extraordinary talent. Ramons life studies of city life and the people at play are exciting and Johns depiction of the scenic mountains and yesteryear era are a real delight.

DAVID BRAYSHAW has created one of the most exciting sets of major works I have seen in a long while. On a recent painting trip he captured four incredible moods at Coolum Beach in one day. These paintings are the real deal; they show the raw emotion of Mother Nature at work. You can not afford to miss seeing these they sure confirm him as a major artist in Australia today & are a landmark set of paintings.

BRIDAL REGISTRY & GIFT CERT: We also operate a unique bridal registry and gift certificate! Why not give or receive a painting from any of our 23 online artists. Help your relative or friend select a painting that is perfectly suited to them great investment?

CHERYL & I hope you can join us in the celebrations and we look forward to seeing you See you there at 477 Chapel Rd Nth, Bankstown 6 – 8th Nov. Kevin

WYONG MAYOR Bob Graham will open the show Friday night the 18th September at a Gala function. We promise you a great night mixing with our incredible artists who have travelled to The Entrance from around Australia. This show we invite you to bring your friends and join us at the Oaks Waterfront Resort on the Friday 18th Sep 7 pm

12 ONE MAN EXHIBITIONS: This is a unique opportunity to visit 12 One Man Exhibitions under the one roof and talk to most of the artists. The competition amongst the artists is electric with only the best works of each of the artists exhibited and with over 300 paintings the choice is incredible. Also every visitor to the show receives a free lucky door ticket in an Otto Kuster painting worth $1250.00, just fill it out and pop it in the Lucky Door box to enter in the draw.

LAY-BY now for Christmas! Our lay-by system, started 15 years ago, has become an increasingly popular way to purchase art with many people finding their works had increased in value before they had paid for them.

JAMES HOUGH: Was presented with his ‘shirt’ after being elected by his peers as a Kevin Hill TOP TEN Artist last November. As one of the leading wild life artist in the country James deserves our accolades. His paintings depicting birds and animals in their natural habitat are incredibly detailed and vibrant. This painting of Luk Chai the baby Elephant is incredible and just a teaser for his 25 works you can enjoy.

IAN HANSEN: Help Ian celebrate his unprecedented 2nd win of ‘the International Thomas Wells award which is one of the most prestigious awards for Marine art in the world today. To be recognised for the second time as the best in his field world wide, justifies our faith in his talent and artists from around the world are singing his praise. Come and show your appreciation to him.

MAX MANNIX: Is in an incredible period of his painting career and is creating the best work I have ever seen, they are very detailed and exciting. The increasing demand for his work throughout the country and abroad continues. His works are arguably the hottest property by a living artist today. Come along and have a talk to this Aussie icon.

RAMON WARD-THOMPSON: Ramon is our special guest artist this show and his extraordinary talent bring to life studies of city life - the outdoor cafes, flower markets and old terrace houses. He also enjoys painting in the great cities of Europe capturing the softer European light against a background of old historic buildings and monuments. He is a master of soft study in light and creates works that are uniquely his own, making Ramon one of Australias most sought-after artists.

CHERYL & I have been bringing Australias most talented artists to the community for almost 30 years. These regular Sale of paintings, taking art and the artists to the people, are extremely popular and art lovers have the opportunity to talk to the artists, view around thirty of their paintings and buy from the artist at their prices. Cheryl and I are proud of the reputation for honesty & integrity we have gained in the industry and are particularly grateful for the wonderful friendships we have made. Our promise to you is we will continue to bring you the best paintings by the top artists at the best prices.

ART- THE FURNISHING YOU CAN APPRECIATE WHILE IT APPRECIATES?

Clients always ask me How do I choose a piece for investment that I can afford? My advice is select established up and coming artists then follow your heart and only buy if you like it. Remember, you are investing in your lifestyle as well. The work is going to enhance your home or office and give you and your family increasing pleasure for many years. History has shown that unlike expensive curtains, blinds and floor coverings, a work of art has the potential to substantially increase in value as you enjoy it and is a long-term investment. Advice before you purchase is an absolute must. We carry out appraisals for our clients and most are astounded at the increase in value their works have achieved over the years.

JOHN VANDER SET BACK: John Vanders health has been improving steadily since he was diagnosed with Cardiomyopathy in 2004. Unfortunately this week he has had a serious relapse and he has had to completely slow down and rest. As most of you know the only cure for this disease is a heart transplant and at John’s age the waiting list is long. He has agreed to attend the show as he had paintings set aside. His painting output will be seriously affected and we are all praying for him.

OTTOS 50 years as an artist sure shines through in his latest work, His striking nudes and the country scenes that have made him revered as an artist will all be on display.

BRIDAL REGISTRY: We also operate a unique bridal and gift registry! Why not give or receive a painting from any of our 23 online artists. Help your relatives and friends select a painting that is perfectly suited to your taste with great investment potential.

CHERYL the artists & I are proud to support the Rotary Club of The Entrance and aid their fund raising efforts. We look forward to catching up. This is a great venue and the opening night donation to Rotary is only $10 deductible dollars! So see you there.

SEE YOU AT THE ART SHOW IN TAMWORTH

NEW VENUE: We have moved 100 meters from last year. We are still at Tamworth Home Space Center 425 - 437 Goonoo Goonoo Rd, Longyard and will be in the old Beach House Gym premises. This show we invite you to bring a friend and join us.

NSW Farmers Association President JOCK LAURIE will open the show Friday night the 19th June at a Gala function. We promise you a great night mixing with our incredible artists who have travelled to Tamworth from around Australia.

PAINTED GUITAR As a thank you to the Rotary Club and a fund raiser for the Royal Far West Childrens Health Scheme the Kevin Hills “TOP TEN” Artists have each painted a wonderful work on a Guitar. This unique guitar, depicting a painting by each of my “TOP TEN” artists, will be auctioned on Friday night with the full proceeds to the Charity. Also every visitor to the show receives a free lucky door ticket in a Bill Ambagtsheer painting worth $1550.00, just fill it out and pop it in the Lucky Door box to enter in the draw.

JOHN VANDER: John really has done us proud with a great selection of paintings depicting the historic towns and villages, which you encounter all around NSW. His works capture the history, the life style and the struggle of our early pioneers from the region. They bring out the charm and nostalgia of the 19th century.

JOHN DYNON from outback NSW depicts the natural to the man made, from the romance of the environment to bright abundant wild flowers of spring bursting out over a sheet of rusty corrugated iron. Art lovers are forever amazed at the wide-ranging subjects he portrays, from landscapes, historical buildings, flowers, rivers and sunsets.

BRIDAL REGISTRY: We also operate a unique bridal and gift registry! Why not give or receive a painting from any of our 23 online artists. Help your relatives and friends select a painting that is perfectly suited to your taste with great investment potential.

CHERYL the artists & I are proud to support the Rotary Club of Tamworth West and aid their fund raising efforts. We look forward to seeing you at the Tamworth Home Space Center. This is a really excellent venue and the opening night donation to Rotary is only $15 deductible dollars! So see you there

SUPPORTING THE VICTORIAN BUSHFIRE VICTIMS:: Hi every one. Cheryl and I invite you to join us for this very special exhibition when we bring our “TOP TEN” Australian Artists together to Support the Red Cross in their fundraising efforts for the Victorian bushfire victims on the 19th March at the Albert Hall, Commonwealth Avenue Canberra. We promise you a great night mixing with these incredible artists who have travelled to Canberra from around Australia. Bring your friends and Join us for drinks & nibbles.

CHERYL & I have been bringing Australia’s most talented artists to the community for the past 30 years. These popular ‘Sales of paintings’, taking art and the artists to the people, are major attractions in communities around our country. This gives people the opportunity to meet the artists, discuss their work, view around thirty of their paintings and buy from the artist at their price.

IAN HANSEN: Help us congratulate him for his unprecedented 2nd win of the International ‘Thomas Wells’ award which is one of the most prestigious awards for Marine art in the world today. To be recognised for the second time as the best in his field world wide, justifies our faith in his talent and artists from around the world are singing his praise. His paintings continue to delight US buyers. In August 2008 he was invited to be a fellow of the Australian Institute of History and Arts for “reaching an extraordinary degree of competence”.

JAMES HOUGH: Was presented with his ‘shirt’ after being elected by his peers as a Kevin Hill “TOP TEN” Artist last November. James received accolades from artists and dealers alike, as one of Australia’s top wild life artists. He will be bringing paintings from his new series ‘Threatened & Endangered Species’. His paintings depicting birds and animals in their natural habitat are incredibly detailed and vibrant.

MAX MANNIX: The demand for his work throughout the country is so great that even painting 7 days a week he cannot satisfy the demand let alone time for Golf. Max is an icon in Australia with his paintings sought by collectors and investors alike. His works are lively & topical. He has the reputation as one of Australia’s great investment artists and as an extra bonus we will have original paintings from Max’s 2009 widely distributed Calendar for sale at the show.

PAUL MARGOCSY loves exhibiting his work for sale in Canberra and his new book “Away with the Birds" will also be for sale. It offers the reader a personal insight into just what drives Paul Margocsy's unabashed love of birds. Paul’s book includes many of his wonderful paintings; all hand picked, and is a great read as well as a wonderful resource. Paul’s great talent and humour make this book a must for every art lover.

GARY MYERS: Gary & Helen have finally settled back into their Queensland home and he has been getting down to some serious painting. There is no doubt that his travels have really grown his subject matter and the paintings he is producing at the moment are awesome. He has been really inspired and enthused by all he has seen.

RAMON WARD-THOMPSON: Ramon is our special guest artist this show and his extraordinary talent bring to life studies of city life - the outdoor cafes, flower markets and old terrace houses. He also enjoys painting in the great cities of Europe capturing the softer European light against a background of old historic buildings and monuments. He is a master of soft study in light and creates works that are uniquely his own, making Ramon one of Australia's most sought-after artists.

JOHN VANDER: John really has done us proud with a great selection of paintings depicting the historic Towns and villages which can be encountered on the way to or around Canberra. His works capture the History, the life style and the struggle of our early pioneers from the region. They bring out the charm and nostalgia of the 19 th century and John told me this collection is a small tribute to those men and women who have opened the path for him. We are lucky to have these Incredible and very important Vander works for sale in Canberra.

WERNER FILIPICH: Is producing some of the best work and his paintings have been ‘walking off the wall’ at all of our sales. I have persuaded Werner to release the last of the incredible paintings reproduced in his latest 2009 corporate calendar for sale at the Canberra show. They are a perfect example of Werner’s best work.

OTTO KUSTER: a household name in the art world has just celebrated his 50th Anniversary as an artist. He is bringing some of the best work I have ever seen.

KEVIN BEST: Even though he continues to experience health issues we hope he will be able to attend the show. Last year he was inducted as a “TOP TEN” living Legend and we have a few of his great paintings for sale.

JOHN DYNON from outback NSW depicts the natural to the man made, from the romance of the environment to bright abundant wild flowers of spring bursting out over a sheet of rusty corrugated iron. Art lovers are forever amazed at the wide ranging subjects he portrays, from landscapes, historical buildings, flowers, rivers and his famous outback sunsets.

CHERYL & I: hope to see you there for this is a very important Red Cross fundraiser. The artists and I see it as our duty to support the bush fire victims appeal

CELEBRATING OUR WONDERFUL ARTISTS: Hi every one. Cheryl and I hope you will join us for this very special exhibition when we celebrate the acheivments of five of our TOP TEN artists. This is your opportunity to show appreciation to Australia’s best, so please come along on the 7th November to the Breakfree International Hotel at Bankstown 477 Chapel Rd North and bring your friends! It will be a great night out. Join us for drinks, nibbles & cake.

IAN HANSEN: Help us congratulate him for his unprecedented 2nd win of the International ‘Thomas Wells’ award which is one of the most prestigious awards for Marine art in the world today. To be recognised for the second time as the best in his field world wide, justifies our faith in his talent and artists from around the world are singing his praise. His paintings continue to delight US buyers. In August 2008 he was invited to be a fellow of the Australian Institute of History and Arts for reaching an extraordinary degree of competence.

OTTO KUSTER: a household name in the art world, is celebrating his 50th Anniversary as a professional artist with some of the best work I have ever seen. I know he is looking forward to celebrating this wonderful milestone with his friends at the show.

KEVIN BEST: Even though he continues to experience health issues he will be attending the show to receive his award as a “TOP TEN” living Legend and we have a few of his greatest paintings for sale.

JAMES HOUGH: Will be presented his ‘shirt’ after being elected by his peers as a Kevin Hill “TOP TEN” Artist. Congratulations Jim! Once again he will be bringing work from his highly popular new ‘Threatened & endangered species’ series.

MAX MANNIX: Yes we will be singing Happy Birthday to Max as this Aussie icon celebrates his birthday with us all. The demand for his work throughout the country is so great that even painting 7 days a week he cannot satisfy the demand let alone time for Golf. Max is an icon in Australia with his paintings sought by collectors and investors alike. His works are lively & topical. He has the reputation as one of Australia’s great investment artists. And as an extra bonus we will have the original paintings from Max’s 2009 widely distributed Calendar for sale at the show.

15 PAINTING GIVEAWAY: As a thank you and part of the celebration, the exhibiting artists have donated paintings with 15 to be won throughout the show. Every visitor to the show receives a free lucky door ticket, just fill it out and pop it in the Lucky Door box to enter in the draw. There are 5 paintings to be won each day. The Greenacre Lions will be selling Raffle tickets in a James Hough painting with the funds going to the Bankstown City Aged Care.

PAUL MARGOCSY: this show will be the NSW launch of Pauls new book, Away with the Birds. It offers the reader a personal insight into just what drives Paul Margocsy. Pauls book includes many hand picked images and is a great read as well as a wonderful resource. Pauls exceptional talent and great humour make this book a must for every art lover. It comes in a hard or soft cover.

RAMON WARD-THOMPSON: Ramon is our special guest artist this show and his extraordinary talent bring to life studies of city life - the outdoor cafes, flower markets and old terrace houses. He also enjoys painting in the great cities of Europe capturing the softer European light against a background of old historic buildings and monuments. He is a master of soft study in light and creates works that are uniquely his own, making Ramon one of Australia

NEW “TOP TEN” BOOK LAUNCH: TV Personality

Ray Martin will launch the new Kevin Hill’s “TOP TEN” Australian Artists ~ Special Limited Edition ~ 2007 book when he opens the 2nd of November show at the Bankstown Pacific International. The new book, our fourth edition, is bigger with more paintings than ever before Cheryl & I are really excited about the quality and no stone has been left unturned to bring you the very best that Australia has to offer. 88 pages including almost 70 colour plates of wonderful paintings, interesting sketches and stories. Our artists love it and Kevin Best says, “This book is incredible, it is colourful, informative and brilliantly done. Once again, Kevin has created a wonderful resource and a new dimension for art in Australia. It is a must for any serious art lover”

Only 1000 Individually Numbered Copies Printed. Each book is Individually Numbered and features my choice of the “TOP TEN” Artists in their field in Australia today. Also we have included special guest artists in the book and a ‘Legends in Art’ section Its Black grained hard cover and Gold leaf embossed title makes it a very attractive book and will make an ideal coffee table display or even a perfect gift for your art loving friends. The really exciting news is that the over 70 paintings & sketches will be for sale at the November Bankstown art show. Paintings from the book can be viewed on our web site.

YOU & YOUR FRIENDS ARE INVITED to join Cheryl, the artists & I for Christmas drinks and nibbles, this is our 27th year in art and we always look forward to enjoying the company & fellowship of our friends and clients. Christmas is a time to celebrate; we would also like you to ‘bring your friends’ to share in a good night out.

INVESTING IN ART: the share market continues its roller coaster ride and as a result people are increasingly including art in their investments. Financial advisors are looking for a good means of reducing risk by adding diversification to their client’s investment portfolio and art sales across the country are going extremely well.

KEVIN BEST NEW BOOK: Kevin Best is on the mend after having his hip replaced. It has been a hard road and a real trauma for him as at age of 75. He has been unable to paint since June and has only just started his first painting session of a couple of hours a day twice a week. Luckily he produced the paintings for my new book last year and they will be for sale at this show. Kevin best will be at the show signing the new book with his fellow artists. We all wish Kevin a speedy recovery.

DAVID BRAYSHAW our major new find the incredibly talented Artist David Brayshaw has been included in our new book and paintings from the book will be for sale. David is Australia’s top seascape artist whose depictions of ‘land meets sea’ and coral atolls is breathtaking. You’re sure to enjoy these! David’s work is featured in the new book.

JAMES HOUGH Is also included in the new book and has produced some of the greatest work I have ever seen. His recent trip along the ranges of the northeast coast of NSW really inspired him and he continues to produce magnificent works of art for the show. Many of the new images feature detailed landscapes with trees and limbs covered with moss and lichen in incredible detail with the wildlife depicted amongst waterfalls and rivers of the area. James work is featured in the new book.

JOHN VANDER: John has just returned from an epic painting journey through France England & Ireland and he rediscovered his love of Europe. He stayed in Provence and travelled the haunts of the great masters like Van Gogh and Cezanne. These wonderful experiences reinvigorated and inspired him to put paint to canvas and he has created a limited number of incredible paintings. Being a special ‘holiday series’ they are Great Investments? Don’t miss these!

IAN HANSEN. Continues to amaze the world with his very popular marine art and his new work the ‘Battle of Lissa’ is incredible and shows us why he is acknowledged as one of the greatest marine artists ever. This wonderful piece will be in the show and is a must for all to see and appreciate. What a great investment.

MAX MANNIX will be joining us with around 25 paintings again at this show and already people have been ‘booking in’ to meet this Australian Icon. Max’s paintings are lively, topical, and colourful and represent the Australian humour and way of life that we love. His reputation as one of Australia’s great investment artists is growing rapidly.

CHERYL & I thank Ray Martin for his gift of time as he is an extremely busy journalist with Channel Nine. It is highly unlikely but national or international events may prevent him from coming at the last moment the alternative opener will be displayed on our web site. Cheryl the artists & I look forward to seeing you there. Kevin

ROTARY TO HOST ART SHOW AGAIN. The Rotary Club of The Entrance is again hosting the ‘Kevin Hill’s “TOP TEN” Australian Artists art show at the Oaks Waterfront Resort on Friday 19th Sep at 7.00pm. The Member for Dobell & Chairman of the Economics standing committee Craig Thompson will open the show and also launch my new book titled ‘Kevin Hill’s “TOP TEN” Australian Artists ~ Special Limited Edition’ at a pre Christmas nibbles & Drinks. The new book, our fourth edition, is bigger with more paintings than ever before. Cheryl & I are really excited about the quality and no stone has been left unturned to bring you the very best that Australia has to offer. 88 pages including almost 70 colour plates of wonderful paintings, sketches and stories.

Only 1000 Individually Numbered Copies. The books are Individually Numbered and feature my choice of the “TOP TEN” Artists in their field in Australia today. We have incorporated a ‘special guest artists’ section & a ‘Legends in Art’ section which includes the ‘Brushmen of the Bush”. The Black grained hard cover and Gold leaf embossed title makes it a very attractive book and some of the paintings will be for sale at the show.

INVESTING IN ART: With the share market uncertainty, DIY superfund managers are increasingly looking to include art in their investments as a good means of reducing risk and adding diversification to their investment portfolio. Talk to your advisor

JACK ABSALOM OAM IN SHOW: We are excited to say that Jack, for the first time in many years, has released a number of his SIGNIFICANT PAINTINGS FOR THIS SHOW Cheryl & I are proud that our show was chosen by Jack for this release. John Pickup’s work will also be exhibited for sale. Broken Hill City Council declared 2006 the year of ‘The Brushmen of the Bush’. A retrospective exhibition opened that year in the Broken Hill regional Gallery and is travelling extensively through the Australian Regional Gallery circuit. This is a great boost to the Brushman’s fame and will surely further enhance the value of owning their works.

SMOKY DAWSON’S DEATH was a great personal loss as well as the loss of a mate who loved art and the artists. He attended many of our shows around the country for many years and only a few people new that Smoky had a great desire to paint. In the year before his death he was learning to paint with Kevin Best and we will have on show the painting they did together Homestead of the Golden West at this special tribute show. A number of the artists are painting special paintings from Smokys poems and songs for the show. I invite all of you to Bring Mum along and join us in celebrating the life of this great Australian.

HELEN ZEREFOS This wonderful songstress has agreed, as a mark of respect for her long time friend Smoky, to perform, a track from the new album she is working on. Helen has recently returned from Tamworth musical festival where she performed in 3 very successful concerts and has been convinced to work on a country album. At our show she will perform one of the new tracks in public for the first time.

JACK ABSALOM OAM IN SHOW: We are excited to say that Jack, for the first time in many years, has released a number of his SIGNIFICANT PAINTINGS FOR THIS SHOW Cheryl & I are proud that our show was chosen by Jack for this release. John Pickup’s work will also be exhibited for sale. Broken Hill City council declared 2006 the year of The Brushmen of the Bush. A retrospective exhibition opened that year in the Broken Hill regional Gallery and is travelling extensively through the Australian Regional Gallery circuit presently showing in Swan Hill Regional Gallery. This is a great boost to the Brushman’s fame and will surely further enhance the value of owning their works.

DON’T FORGET MUM Please join us for drinks and nibbles as we honour our Mums at this Mothers day show & as a special Gift we will be giving away 15 paintings donated by the artists present, join us for a good night & bring friends to this pre mothers Day event.

15 PAINTING GIVEAWAY: How to enter: Every visitor to the show will be handed a lucky door ticket by Lions, just fill it out and pop it in the LUCKY DOOR ticket box. On opening night we will draw a winner every 30 minutes then we will draw 5 on Saturday & 5 on Sunday. The earlier its in the box the more chances you will have. GOOD LUCK

YOU & YOUR FRIENDS ARE INVITED to join us for Christmas drinks and nibbles, this is our 26th year making friends in art and we always look forward to enjoying the company & fellowship of our friends and clients. Christmas is a great time to celebrate and as a Christmas gift, the exhibiting artists have donated paintings to be given away throughout the show and every visitor to the show can enter in the draw for one of 15 paintings. We would also like you to ‘bring friends’ this Christmas.

AUSTRALIAN MUSIC LEGEND MARTY RHONE who is also celebrating his 40th year in show biz. will “open the show with song” so come along and enjoy the entertainment as few artists can get an audience jumping like Marty Rhone and when he says he

THIS IS AN INVITATION to a very special one-man show and launch of a unique Limited Edition Book of the best paintings that Kevin Best has ever produced. It is also a wonderful investment opportunity to purchase from 30 paintings for sale, at the show, from the book.

AT THE AGE OF 75 Kevin Best has had 33 years of wonderful painting experiences and he invites you to ‘enter his studio’ and join him as he shares with you some of his greatest secrets in ‘Secrets of the Brush’.

THE LAST BOOK This 160 page book of wonderful paintings, stories & painting secrets is a must for every true Australian art lover. Kevin has already bemoaned the fact that he could never see himself having the time and energy to produce another. Our Clients are offered the last opportunity to purchase a painting from one of his books.

OAM I believe one of Kevin’s proudest moments was on Australia Day 2005 when he received the Order of Australia Medal for his services to art and I said at the time Kevin is acknowledged as a major painter of this era and his paintings record our history and our way of life for future generations. Kevin’s investment potential has long been recognised by the art buying public and his peers. The paintings in this book are a timeless reminder of our past and our wonderful Australian heritage.

SMOKY DAWSON. Another collaborator was my old friend Smoky whose wonderful poem ‘Homestead of my Dreams’ is printed and illustrated in 2 paintings gleaned by Kevin from Smoky’s memories with Smoky sharing the brush! Two unique paintings that will live forever in History.

ALL PAINTINGS from the book come fully authenticated with attached valuation and Kevin will be at the show all weekend signing your book purchases and personalising the back of each of these incredible works from the book.

FINALLY: Cheryl & I wholeheartedly recommend this great book ‘Secrets of the Brush’ and hope you can join us to celebrate Kevin’s wonderful achievement of his life’s work. The Pacific International Hotel has offered a great deal for $139 per double per night, which includes hot breakfast with Kevin & Dorn. Phone 97904700