... the body. Whiteley also chooses to exaggerate body parts by increasing the size/length. There is a great deal of emphasis in terms of line and shape. Wherever the most curvaceous parts on the body is, Whiteley would thicken the line, placing further accent on the line and body part. The majority of Whiteley's works are of women, and not men because women tend to have curvier body parts than men. Therefore with the use of women, Whiteley would be able to highlight what he would want to convey. Artist's Practice Whiteley is one of Australia's most renowned artists, he started his artistic career early in his life, and at 20 years of age, he went to Italy to further his field. His techniques of brushwork have been linked with the technique of Japanese ink drawing. His numerous fresh and innovative techniques distinguish his works from other artists of his era. In ...

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