Ian Coate is also a Christian who has used his artistic abilities to make the message of the Bible easier to understand. He hopes you will take the time to look at some of the illustrations in: 10 Reasons to Consider Christianity. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
The following achievements provide an insight into Ian’s professional standing: Artworks and Prints 26 separate Limited Edition Prints published (including SAS & Lighthorse series). Ian’s original artworks hang in military museum around Australia including: SAS Regiment – Perth; 4RAR Battalion - Sydney; 2/14 Lighthorse – Brisbane; Duntroon – Canberra; RSL Headquarters – Queensland; 13th Engineers – Perth. Co-signies on Ian’s prints have included: Australian of the Year, General Cosgrove; the Surgeon General, John Pearn; Bobby Gibbs -WW2 pilot and double ace; Ted Kenna and Keith Payne - Victoria Cross recipients; and a notable list of generals, commandants and exemplary soldiers. (Their generosity of time has contributed greatly to more than $100 000 from print sales donated to various charities.)
Publishing At the age of 17, Ian was a cover artist and contributing illustrator for a sci-fi magazine, Australian Realms. Ian has worked as a cover artist and illustrator for more than 20 missionary books and booklets for Basic Training Bible Ministries. The books, published in four languages, are distributed throughout America, India and Australia. www.basictraining.org, www.freechristianillustrations.com Author and illustrator of children's book, "The Aborigine and the Mermaid". (Matilda Press). Magazines and newspapers in which Ian’s artworks and illustrations have featured include: Australian & New Zealand Defender, Flight path, The Army Magazine, The Army Newspaper, The Rendezvous, The West Australian, The Sun Herald and various community newspapers. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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Yes, I do commissions and private illustrations. Some of my works can be seen at: True Blue Gallery, 84 High Street, Fremantle - Western Australia.
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Thank you Sue - I cherish the days we spend together.
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Any blurb about me is nowhere near complete if it doesn't acknowledge my muse who also happens to be my wife. Sue is my partner, my secretary, my editor, my greatest support, my worst critic and my best friend. No words can ever adequately express my gratitude to her. 