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Umjetnik

Dod Procter

Rođeni u Hampstead, United Kingdom

Rano djetinjstvo i obrazovanje

Rođena: Doris Margaret Shaw, 21. travnja 1890., Hampstead, Ujedinjeno Kraljevstvo

Preminula: 31. srpnja 1972.

Nacionalnost: Engleska

Njezin otac bio je brodski liječnik, a majka bivša studentica umjetnosti.

Obitelj se 1907. godine preselila u Tavistock, Cornwall.

Sa šesnaest godina upisala je Umjetničku školu koju su vodili Elizabeth Forbes i Stanhope Forbes u Newlynu.

U tom je periodu upoznala Lauru Knight, koja će joj postati doživotna prijateljica i umjetnička utjecajnica.

Studirala je u Atelier Colarossi u Parizu zajedno s Ernestom Procterom.

Umjetnički razvoj i utjecaji

Njezino stvaralaštvo bilo je prožeto utjecajima impresionizma i postimpresionizma.

Pod mentorstvom Elizabeth Forbes i Stanhopea Forbes razvijala je svoj umjetnički glas.

Urezana u njezinu estetiku bila su djela umjetnika poput Pierre-Augusta Renoira i Paula Cézannea.

Razvila je prepoznatljiv stil koji karakteriziraju senzualni portreti žena i pejzaži Cornwalla.

Njezini rani radovi uključivali su ilustrirane "Bilješke o prirodi" koje je slala svom ocu na more.

Značajna djela i postignuća

Morning (1927): Njezino najpoznatije remek-djelo, portret ribarove kćeri koji je izazvao senzaciju i koji je Daily Mail kupio za Tate Gallery.

Early Morning: Manja verzija djela "Morning" koja se nalazi u Royal Pavilionu u Brightonu.

Serija pojednostavljenih, monumentalnih prikaza mladih žena (oko 1922. godine).

Zajedno s suprugom Ernestom Procterom dobila je angažman za dekoraciju palače Kokine u Rangoonu.

Više puta izlagala je u Royal Academy.

Nagrađena je titulom "Slika godine" na ljetnoj izložbi Royal Academy 1927. godine za djelo „Morning“.

Kasniji život i naslijeđe

Nakon Ernestove smrti 1935. godine, intenzivno je putovala Amerikom, Kanadom, Jamajkom i Afrikom.

Godine 1966. postala je predsjednica društva umjetnika St Ives (STISA).

Bila je članica brojnih umjetničkih organizacija, uključujući Newlyn School.

Pokopana je uz svog supruga u crkvi St Hilary, Cornwall.

Njezino djelo prepoznato je po evokativnom prikazu života Cornwalla i doprinosu britanskoj umjetnosti ranog dvadesetog stoljeća.

Povijesni značaj

Istaknuta figura u skupini umjetnika Newlyn School.

Poznata po svojoj jedinstvenoj viziji i stilu koji je dočarao osjećaj modernosti.

Njezin portret „Morning“ smatra se značajnim djelom britanske umjetnosti 20. stoljeća, hvaljenim zbog svog „senzualnog, ali mračnog stila“ te prikaza svjetlosti Cornwalla.

Doprinijela je razvoju portretne slikarstva u Britaniji tijekom ranog 20. stoljeća.

Muzej

Royal West of England Academy

Izloženo u Bristol, United Kingdom

A Sanctuary of British Artistry in Bristol

Nestled within the elegant enclave of Bristol’s Clifton district, the

Royal West of England Academy

stands as a profound testament to over 175 years of artistic devotion. To step through its doors is to enter a sanctuary where the weight of British tradition meets the vibrant pulse of contemporary innovation. The Academy emerged from the vision of

Ellen Sharples

, evolving from the Bristol Society of Artists into one of the United Kingdom’s most enduring regional bastions of fine art. This institution has long been a movement in itself, bolstered by early support from luminaries such as

Isambard Kingdom Brunel

and

Prince Albert

, transforming a local collective focused on picturesque landscapes into a prestigious home for diverse creative expressions.

The architectural grandeur of the Academy serves as a magnificent prelude to the treasures held within. Housed in a spectacular Grade II* listed building, the facade commands attention with its imposing presence and classical grace. As one approaches, the eye is drawn to Corinthian pilates and shell-heavened niches, where statues of legendary sculptors like

John Flaxman

and

Sir Joshua Reynolds

keep watch over the entrance. The subtle carvings of the

Three Graces

lend an ethereal quality to the stone, hinting at the beauty awaiting inside. Upon crossing the threshold, visitors are greeted by a world of refined elegance; colored marble floors gleam under soft light, and a meticulously crafted replica of the

Parthenon Frieze

adorns the walls, grounding the space in the timeless ideals of classical antiquity.

A Tapestry of Movement and Mastery

The collection itself is a breathtaking tapestry of British art history, offering a journey through shifting aesthetics and profound cultural movements. For the collector or the designer seeking narrative depth, the Academy provides an unparalleled look at the evolution of British identity through paint and form. The works celebrate a wide spectrum of styles, including:

The atmospheric depictions of the

Newlyn School

, which captured the rugged, salt-sprayed essence of Cornish fishing life.

The abstract, light-drenched energy of the

St Ives School

.

The delicate floral contemplations of

Elizabeth Blackadder

.

The spirited, personality-filled still lifes of

Mary Fedden

.

The psychological complexity found in the works of

Carel Weight

.

The evocative, storied terrains rendered by

Bernard Dunstan

.

Beyond its permanent holdings, the Academy thrives as a dynamic center for creative dialogue and education. Its renowned Open Exhibitions serve as a vital stage where seasoned professionals and emerging talents converge, fostering a unique connection between artists and the public. This spirit of engagement extends to the

RWA Drawing School

, which continues the Academy's long-standing commitment to the mastery of craft and skill development. Whether one is drawn to the historical resonance of its halls or the technical brilliance of its canvases, the Royal West of England Academy remains an essential destination—a place where every brushstroke tells a story and every visitor finds inspiration.