Art, it seems to me, doesn't need freedom so much as it needs courage and love - some would call it 'soul' or 'Eros.' Michael Leunig artcallcourage Change image and share on social
In my journey as a cartoonist, I seem to have accidentally stumbled into all sorts of traps, damnations and blacklists. Michael Leunig accidentallyblacklistcartoonist Change image and share on social
Easter is reflecting upon suffering for one thing, but it also reflects upon Jesus and his non compliance in the face of great authority where he holds to his truth - so there's two stories there. Michael Leunig authoritycomplianceeaster Change image and share on social
I see a lot of my children. They're around the house all the time on the farm, you know. Michael Leunig childfarmhouse Change image and share on social
Of all the seasons, winter is the most conducive to the great art of dormancy. This art requires an appreciation of semi-consciousness: the beautiful and necessary prelude to sleep - a special pleasure in itself that is all too often neglected, under-valued or looked down upon. Michael Leunig appreciationartbeautiful share on social
In contemporary art culture, where good looks and clever strategic planning of art careers have become a feature, professional practice may be taught in art schools like a branch of public relations or political science. Michael Leunig artbranchcareer share on social
A world view is probably an expression of self. Michael Leunig expressionviewworld Change image and share on social
Socialised humanity represses nature and degrades human nature; it takes life and waters it down - probably to control it - diluting existence with water that is lukewarm, sweet and murky. Michael Leunig controldegradedilute Change image and share on social
Art is about the messy and marvelous business of coming to your senses - and also, to the senses of the world. Michael Leunig artbusinesscome Change image and share on social
Modern man is probably a more humiliated and depressed creature than he dares to know. Michael Leunig creaturedaredepress Change image and share on social
