EXTRACTS: The Art of Ron Embleton (illustrators special) © 2018 The Book Palace (144 PAGES in Full edition)

The unseen work of Ron Embleton Landscape IV oil on canvas 76 x 102 cms (30 x 40ins) Famous for his illustrative work, Ron Embleton always wanted to be a successful oil painter. As a teenager he was taught by no less an inspiring figure than David Bomberg (1890 - 1957) from whom he learnt about form, honesty and a belief in his own vision. 'The Unseen Work of Ron Embleton: The Oil Paintings' will be accompanied by a fully illustrated catalogue (£15) with text by curator and writer David Boyd Haycock. 9th January - 1st February 2019 www.messums.com 28 Cork Street, London W1S 3NG Telephone: +44 (0)20 7437 5545