Artists & Illustrators

Painting a legend

PETER TATCHELL IS SOMEONE I have long admired for his commitment and dedication to the environment, human rights and particularly LGBTQI+ equality. Over decades, he has campaigned across a range of issues including hate crime, apartheid, nuclear weapons, environmental degradation and the death penalty. I am continually inspired by his focus and selflessness.

Having recently painted a full-length portrait of Peter, I wanted to take the opportunity to make a painting in which I focused exclusively on the head. The full-length portrait has a very warm background

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