Ken Done

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Ken Done, [[Order of Australia| (born 29 June 1940) is an Australian artist probably best known for his design work; his simple, brightly coloured images of Australian landmarks have adorned a very popular range of clothing and homewares sold under the "Done Design" brand.

His work for the 1988 World Exposition - held in Brisbane, Australia to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the European Settlement to Australia - the colourful Children of the World facade for the United Nations Pavilion - and the several 6m high alphabet letter blocks that adorned the Entrance and Exit of the Australia Pavilion - are largely regarded as playing a central role in the celebration and popular culture of Bicentennial Australia - and were one of the most photographed works of art at the Expo.

Done received an Order of Australia (A.M) for services to Art, Design, and Tourism in 1992. Ken Done also won the Australian father of the year award in 1989.

Ken Done has long been a supporter of art in Australia especially encouraging school students through awards and sponsorships. Most notably in 1985, Bradley Thomas Wade from Merrylands Public School was the much deserved recipient of the 'Ken Done Award' for his piece 'The Angry Banksia'.

He designed the 2000 Sydney Olympics logo.

The Ken Done Museum is located in The Rocks, Sydney.