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Scene from The Invisible Man : body in a garden, 1953. Creator: Shirley Markham
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Scene from The Invisible Man : body in a garden, 1953. Creator: Shirley Markham
Scene from " The Invisible Man" : body in a garden, 1953. Illustration for " The Invisible Man" by HG Wells. 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 titled "Scene from The Invisible Man: body in a garden, 1953" showcases the incredible talent of creator Shirley Markham. Inspired by H. G. Wells' renowned novel, this illustration brings to life a haunting moment from the story. Markham's artistic journey began at Central School of Art in London, where she studied Graphic Design and Illustration under the guidance of Mervyn Peake and other influential British illustrators. Markham's unique style, influenced by her travels to Italy and exposure to classical architecture, is evident in this piece. Her attention to detail and ability to capture emotion through her drawings make her work truly exceptional. Despite her promising career as a graphic designer and illustrator, Markham made the difficult decision to give it up after getting married in 1957 due to societal expectations placed on middle-class women during that time period. Sadly, her remarkable portfolio remained hidden away for many years. Now, thanks to Heritage Images publishing her work for the first time, we can finally appreciate Markham's extraordinary talent and contribution to the world of art. This print serves as a testament not only to Markham's skill but also as a reminder of the challenges faced by women artists throughout history.
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