Yes, I know about Ken Done. He has a large store in Cairns (where I live). I have seen documentaries about him where he laments his lack of recognition as a 'fine artist' because he is commercialized.
Australians seems to appreciate messy paintings, which I can't do. Whip out a painting in a couple of hours and you can be sure to sell quickly and to win art prizes. If I even look like painting something which I think might sell, my son very smartly tells me I am "selling out".
I am reasured that I am on the right track every time I log on to this site. I love this site!
I have managed to raise three art snobs who absolutely refuse to have a reproduction anything in their homes. Originals or nothing! My daughter was quite insulted when a relative arrived at her new home with some framed prints. Fortunately all three are accomplished artists so they aren't restricted to empty walls.
