Bill Spencer b. 6 August 1919

Also known as William John Spencer
  • Artist (Painter),
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
In one life Bill Spencer was the Art Gallery of New South Wales attendant who led the fight against asbestos in the gallery building in the late 1970s, but as W.J. Spencer he was a graduate of the Julian Ashton school who for many years exhibited work in regional art exhibitions throughout New South Wales.
Name
Bill Spencer
Also known as William John Spencer
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Painter)
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
Other Occupation
  • Art Gallery Attendant (ANZSIC code: 8910)
Birth date
6 August 1919
Birth place
Neutral Bay, NSW
Death date
8 November 2007
Death place
Sydney, NSW
Active Period
  • 1934 - 2007
Residence
  • c.1945 - c.2000 Como, NSW
Training
  • 1934 - 1939 Julian Ashton School, Sydney NSW
Languages
  • English
Copyright
  • John Spencer, Leyla Spencer, Glynis Spencer and Narelle Spencer