Artists statement

'Gary was 19 or 20 when he died in Febraury 1970. This was the first time I met his dad and said what had happened on that day all those years ago."

Historical information

This series of paintings was created by Robert E D'Arcy, who served as a Corporal in 8RAR in 1969-1970.The images are from colour photographs taken by the artist, each being an interpretation of the snapshot. The photographic image has been simplified with a flattened perspective to give the impression of a 1970s style poster. The olive green signifies the colour of the jungle and the uniforms worn by troops, with the dark shades providing an atmosphere reminiscent of old photographs and their negatives. The paintings in "Snapshots from the Front" depict remembered images that endure in the minds of Vietnam veterans.

Physical description

Image in black and dark khaki on white background of middle-aged man in jacket with medals, carrying an Australian flag.