Exhibition at Towneley Hall, Burnley
Held 9th of March to 15th of September 2019
The family of Lloyd George Higgins were privileged to present this exhibition of original paintings and prints, the first of its kind for over 30 years.
On the 9th of March 2019 we launched this exhibition and were not sure how popular it would be. We were truly overwhelmed by the response and Towneley Hall extended our stay by an additional 3 months which took us through to the 15th of September 2019.
The exhibition allowed visitors to enjoy the private collection of Lloyd George's stunning original works. As well as original watercolours, fascinating archive material including the artists's sketchbooks, early textile designs and children's book illustrations were on display.
A series of quotes by Lloyd George explained why he chose the subjects he painted and the sense of fulfillment and pleasure his portrayal of the people gave him.
The centrepiece of the exhibition was the stunning original known as Bee Hole End, Turf Moor which is a must-see for any Burnley Football Club supporter.
Adults and children of all ages were invited to recreate one of Lloyd George’s most admired abstracts, Cathedrals, from the large puzzle blocks available.
Thank you to all those who helped the family to prepare and present this exhibition.
A special thanks to John Wright for his creative design and guidance. Also, to Richard Davies of Dysons Framers in Burnley for his framing expertise.
On the 9th of March 2019 we launched this exhibition and were not sure how popular it would be. We were truly overwhelmed by the response and Towneley Hall extended our stay by an additional 3 months which took us through to the 15th of September 2019.
The exhibition allowed visitors to enjoy the private collection of Lloyd George's stunning original works. As well as original watercolours, fascinating archive material including the artists's sketchbooks, early textile designs and children's book illustrations were on display.
A series of quotes by Lloyd George explained why he chose the subjects he painted and the sense of fulfillment and pleasure his portrayal of the people gave him.
The centrepiece of the exhibition was the stunning original known as Bee Hole End, Turf Moor which is a must-see for any Burnley Football Club supporter.
Adults and children of all ages were invited to recreate one of Lloyd George’s most admired abstracts, Cathedrals, from the large puzzle blocks available.
Thank you to all those who helped the family to prepare and present this exhibition.
A special thanks to John Wright for his creative design and guidance. Also, to Richard Davies of Dysons Framers in Burnley for his framing expertise.
Display at Todmorden Information Centre
Throughout 2020 at the Todmorden Information Centre, 15 Burnley Road, Todmorden, Lancs OL14 7BU
Todmorden Information Centre displays a range of fine art prints all produced from watercolour paintings of the Todmorden / Burnley area by the late Lloyd George.
Matchday at Turf Moor is one of Lloyd George's most popular images and we have prints (£90) and cards available (£2.50) for purchase
The framed Todmorden Grammar School print (right) is a popular purchase and is currently in stock at a specially reduced price of £70, together with cards at £2.50 each.
Two of the prints, The Barrel Organ and Rag and Bone Man (11.5" x 8.5"), are particularly special as they are some of the few remaining from the Limited Edition print runs which were overseen by Lloyd George personally and the prints are signed by him. These are available framed (18" x 16") and they are also available on a mount ready to be framed to personal choice to fit your style or home.
The four prints commissioned by the family after he died are titled Market Day Todmorden, Chimney Sweep Worsthorne, Workers in the Rain and Frozen Pond (8" x 6"). They are available framed (10"x 8") and also on a mount ready to be framed to personal choice.
Greetings cards are also on display costing £2.50 each.
More info about the exhibition can be found here:
http://www.visittodmorden.co.uk/shop/custom.asp?cpid=custom43
https://www.facebook.com/search/str/todmorden+information+centre/keywords_blended_posts
Throughout 2020 at the Todmorden Information Centre, 15 Burnley Road, Todmorden, Lancs OL14 7BU
Todmorden Information Centre displays a range of fine art prints all produced from watercolour paintings of the Todmorden / Burnley area by the late Lloyd George.
Matchday at Turf Moor is one of Lloyd George's most popular images and we have prints (£90) and cards available (£2.50) for purchase
The framed Todmorden Grammar School print (right) is a popular purchase and is currently in stock at a specially reduced price of £70, together with cards at £2.50 each.
Two of the prints, The Barrel Organ and Rag and Bone Man (11.5" x 8.5"), are particularly special as they are some of the few remaining from the Limited Edition print runs which were overseen by Lloyd George personally and the prints are signed by him. These are available framed (18" x 16") and they are also available on a mount ready to be framed to personal choice to fit your style or home.
The four prints commissioned by the family after he died are titled Market Day Todmorden, Chimney Sweep Worsthorne, Workers in the Rain and Frozen Pond (8" x 6"). They are available framed (10"x 8") and also on a mount ready to be framed to personal choice.
Greetings cards are also on display costing £2.50 each.
More info about the exhibition can be found here:
http://www.visittodmorden.co.uk/shop/custom.asp?cpid=custom43
https://www.facebook.com/search/str/todmorden+information+centre/keywords_blended_posts
Past Events
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Art & Craft Exhibition at Todmorden Town Hall
During November 2017, Wendy and June (Lloyd George's eldest and youngest daughers) exhibited his fine work at the Art & Craft Exhibition at Todmorden Town Hall. Many interested parties attended the event including the Mayor of Todmorden, Councillor Christine Potter, who personally remembers Lloyd George and spoke of his work. |
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