early life and artistic pursuits charles john watson, a renowned british printmaker and painter, was born on august 31, 1846, in norwich, norfolk. his artistic journey began with working as an artist's colourman, eventually leading him to become a successful artist in his own right. artistic achievements and affiliations watson's artistic prowess led to his association with several prestigious institutions, including: one of the earliest fellows of the royal society of painter-etchers and engravers, joining after the ‘allcomers’ exhibition in spring 1881. founder of the norwich art circle in…