The Chapters

How a bohemian Melburnian changed the face of beauty


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She was a flame-haired artist with a fox companion, known for her colourful and intricate art, and her passion for dance. Vali Myers, the Australian artist who defied convention and caught the attention of famous figures across the art world, was nothing short of a trailblazer.

In this episode, we're joined by Fiona Jeffery, one of the librarians at State Library Victoria, who wrote a fascinating blog about Vali Myers on the Library website. Fiona shares the captivating story of Vali, from her childhood in Australia, all through her life as an artist, muse, and free spirit.

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The ChaptersBy State Library Victoria