Martin Leman
Martin Leman (born 1934) is an English artist who gained recognition for his paintings of cats. Since 1969 his works have been published in a number of books and international exhibitions.
Martin Leman
- Name
- Martin Leman
- Born
- 1934
- Birthplace
- London
- Occupation
- Painter
- Known for
- Painting of Cats
- Spouse
- Jill Leman
- Nationality
- United Kingdom
- Languages
- English
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Martin Leman (born 1934) is an English artist who gained recognition for his paintings of cats. Since 1969 his works have been published in a number of books and international exhibitions.
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Martin Leman (born 1934) is a British illustrator and painter. The illustrator was born in London. Languages used include English.
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• Name — Martin Leman • Born — 1934 • Birthplace — London • Occupation — Painter • Known for — Painting of Cats • Spouse — Jill Leman
Early life
Early life
Martin attended art school in Worthing and the Central School of Art and Design in Holborn. He also spent time in Egypt on National Service duties.
Career
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Before starting his painting career in 1969 he worked as a graphic designer and taught at various institutions across London. His works on the subject of cats have appeared in over 20 books. He was elected as a member of the Royal Society of British Artists in 2007 and is also a member of the Royal Watercolour Society. As well as cats his works have focused on portraits of women and areas of Cornwall which have featured as a backdrop to much of his output.
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- 1.Martin Leman RBA RWS. The Royal Society of British Artists.
- 2.Martin Leman (1934-present, British). THE GREAT CAT. 2016-04-01.
- 3.Martin Leman - Studio 18 Art Gallery. studio18.co.uk.
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- Martin Leman: A World of His Own (2002), David Buckman (Sansom)
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