Australian Pop Art Painter Martin Sharp Dies At 71

Iconic Australian pop artist Martin Sharp has passed away at the age of 71 after a long battle with illness.

According to the The Australian, Sharp died this past Sunday after suffering from emphysema for a number of years.

Sharp is best known for his cartoons and and artwork for '60s satirical publication Oz Magazine. He also produced a number of posters depicting musicians such as Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan and Donovan, as well as creating the cover art for Cream's seminal LP Disraeli Gears.

He was also a big fan of American singer and ukelele player Tiny Tim and co-wrote songs for Cream and Eric Clapton, the latter going on to become a lifelong friend.