Benjamin Maile: A West Country Master of Realism Born in Northamptonshire in 1922, Benjamin Maile’s life was a tapestry woven from unexpected threads – a wartime experience as a wireless operator in the Royal Air Force, a move to the rugged coastline of Newquay, and ultimately, a distinguished career dedicated to capturing the beauty and drama of the British landscape. His journey began not with brushes and canvas, but within the conf…