Early Life and Education Born: October 31, 1945, in Katoomba, New South Wales, Australia. Early Inspiration: Arthur McIntyre’s initial artistic drive stemmed from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) radio program, the Argonauts Club. As “Atropos 30,” he submitted drawings to the show and received encouragement from its art critic, Jeffrey Smart. Award & Scholarship: In 1962, while at Katoomba High School, McIntyre was awarded the ABC’s Commonwealth Art Award by Jeffrey Smart. He excelled academically, becoming Dux of his high school and earning two university scholarships. Form…