Australian Art | Newcastle Obelisk | Art Print
Australian Art | Newcastle Obelisk | Art Print
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The story behind the artwork
This it the famous Newcastle Obelisk.
The Obelisk is one of our city's oldest navigational markers.
The first navigational marker on the site was built in 1820 and was known as the Government Flour Mill. During a strong wind it would grind 10 bushels of wheat per hour. This had been at the instigation of Colonel Morisett, who appealed to Governor Lachlan Macquarie to erect a windmill to grind flour for the settlement.
As it was situated upon a prominent knoll the windmill was visible for many miles along the coast, and was used as a guiding mark for the masters of sailing crafts approaching the port of Newcastle.
In 1847 the Government decided to demolish the mill and it was submitted to auction to be demolished. It was purchased by a Newcastle resident.
Obelisk hill is now a popular park and lookout with expansive views over the lower hunter plain.
The Obelisk has suffered damage at various times from lightning strikes and was seriously damaged during the 1989 earthquake. Disaster struck on June 8 1985 when the reservoir buried beneath the Obelisk exploded, causing its roof to collapse and injuring two young girls.
The explosion was heard across Newcastle and an inquiry was undertaken. The inquiry found that the explosion was caused as a result of gas leaking into the reservoir from a damaged gas main. The gas was ignited by sparks from fireworks that the victims were using. After the explosion the reservoir was filled in and a plaque was laid to mark the event.
I am going to do a series of location prints.
I am happy to do commissions please just let me know if you would like a location drawing like this for your own home.
Paper and Printing
Paper and Printing
A4 and A3 Art prints are printed on 300gsm high quality art coloured paper with a 5 mm outer margin.
Prints A2 and above are printed 160gsm coated paper.
The artworks deliver brilliant and vivid colours through a superior printing process that provides beautiful stunning pieces for eye-catching results.
Dimensions
Dimensions
210 x 297mm = A4*
297 x 420mm = A3*
420 x 594mm = A2
594 x 841mm = A1
841 x 1189mm = A0
*A4 and A3 prints have a 5mm trim
Dispatch Times
Dispatch Times
All prints are printed on demand, please allow 7 business days handling time from the date of your order for your print to be dispatched.
Meet Alejandro Lauren
I’m Alejandro Lauren, also known as Wayde Clarke. Alejandro is my alter ego—a part of me that allows me to be loud and proud. I created them to break out of my comfort zone, to step into a space where I can truly shine, pushing past my own boundaries and embracing the fabulous person we all are.
My art is deeply tied to the human experience and emotion. I believe that the one thing that connects us all is how we navigate life’s challenges—how we cope, manage, and share our stories. Through my work, I’ve learned to embrace vulnerability, sharing my own experiences and stories in the hope that others might see themselves reflected in my art. I want my work to help people connect, relate, and even heal, just as it has done for me.
Each piece is a journey of colour, emotion, and meaning, celebrating life, culture, and the power of human connection. I invite you to explore my art, and I hope it resonates with you on a personal level.
Thank you for stopping by, and I hope my work brings you as much healing and inspiration as it has brought me.