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Animal design for pottery, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
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Animal design for pottery, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
Animal design for pottery, c1950. Frieze of horses. Shirley Markham (1931-1999) studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central School of Art in London from 1950-1952. The writer, artist, poet, and illustrator Mervyn Peake (1911-1968) was one of her tutors, and her style of drawing was also influenced by other British illustrators such as Edward Ardizzone, Quentin Blake and Edward Bawden. Markham spent time in the Dolomite Mountains in Italy, and also visited Rome, sketching classical buildings. After graduating from Central, she worked as a graphic designer, producing book illustrations, cartoons for comics, menus and programmes. She gave up her promising career however when she got married in 1957. Middle-class women at that time were expected to devote their energies to bringing up children and running the home, and despite her obvious talent, she lacked the confidence to return to illustration. Her portfolio remained in the family attic for many years, but now her work is published here for the first time
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This print showcases an exquisite animal design for pottery, created by the talented Shirley Markham in the 1950s. The intricate frieze of horses depicted in this artwork is a testament to Markham's exceptional skills as a graphic designer and illustrator. Markham's artistic journey began at the renowned Central School of Art in London, where she studied Graphic Design and Illustration under the guidance of Mervyn Peake, a prominent writer, artist, poet, and illustrator. Influenced by esteemed British illustrators like Edward Ardizzone, Quentin Blake, and Edward Bawden, Markham developed her unique style of drawing. During her time in Italy's Dolomite Mountains and Rome, Markham drew inspiration from classical buildings which further enriched her creative vision. After graduating from Central School of Art with great promise as a graphic designer producing book illustrations, cartoons for comics, menus, and programmes; however, she made the difficult decision to give up her flourishing career when she married in 1957. In those times societal expectations weighed heavily on middle-class women who were often encouraged to prioritize raising children and managing household responsibilities over pursuing their professional aspirations. Despite possessing undeniable talent, Makrham lacked confidence to return to illustration after starting a family. For years, his remarkable portfolio remained hidden away in the family attic until now. Heritage Images proudly presents Shirley Makrham's work for the first time, giving art enthusiasts an opportunity to appreciate her extraordinary talent that was once overshadowed by societal norms. This print serves as both a celebration of Makrham's artistic legacy and an invitation into her world filled with creativity and imagination. (not commercial use)
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