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The living artistic dynasty has, for the most part, revolved around the glittering orb that is the career of John Olsen.

The living artistic dynasty has, for the most part, revolved around the glittering orb that is the career of John Olsen.

Works not seen in public for decades will be on show at a major exhibition by the 93-year-old artist.

Monday’s Australian Story “Children of the Brush” is the first of a two part profile of veteran artist John Olsen. This episode is introduced by comedian and TV presenter Tim Ross. John Olsen is one of Australia’s most successful and famous painters and, at 93, is still heading into his studio every day to work. “I’m an artist as a dog is a dog,” he says. “I didn’t choose my profession. It chose me.” But for two of his children, Tim and Louise, John’s genius has cast great light and sometimes a long shadow. John left the family when they were teenagers to pursue another...

Mitchell Ogilvie reveals his favourite suit customer The purveyor of luxury menswear has served everyone from prime ministers to royalty in his 40 years in the rag trade, but his most memorable might surprise you. Menswear boutique owner Mitchell Ogilvie in his Edward Street store. “I was always driven, but I was also quite naive, and I think that’s a good combination, actually.”  Attila Csaszar Share Mitchell Ogilvie was never meant to open a menswear store. The self-confessed terrible student – “I was hopeless at school” – had no real plan when it came to his career, so it is...