David Shepherd (artist)
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Richard David Shepherd CBE FRSA FGRA (25 April 1931 – 19 September 2017)[1] was a British artist and one of the world's most outspoken conservationists.[2] He was most famous for his paintings of steam locomotives (he owned a number of them) and wildlife, although he also often painted aircraft, portraits (notably The Queen Mother) and landscapes. His work has been extremely popular since the 1960s in limited edition print reproduction and poster form, as well as other media such as Wedgwood limited edition plates. He published five books about his art,[3] including an autobiography.[4]
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David Shepherd | |
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Born | (1931-04-25)25 April 1931 Hendon, London, England |
Died | 19 September 2017(2017-09-19) (aged 86) |
Occupation | Artist |
Known for | Wildlife painting, conservation, railway preservation |
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