EXTRACTS: Illustrators issue 8 © 2014 The Book Palace (96 PAGES in Full edition)

32 Bart Forbes Bryn Havord explores the work of a U.S. illustrator, whose exquisite paintings have graced the pages of magazines, and illuminated the walls of leading art galleries… ABOVE TOP: Cover for Boy’s Life , oil on canvas 1997, shows the artist’s mastery of strong, simple design and the skilful use of a limited palette. ABOVE: ‘Lefty Groves’, Forbes oil portrait of the legendary baseball pitcher exudes resolve and grit. Painted in 2001.