A short but interesting article
on a man who drew cats. Think you may like his work. However it is also a sad story of mental illness in the 20's.
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Windy Pig I'm naturally quite suspicious about the moon., Thu 12 May 2011, 11:21,
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I instantly recognise this man's work....
I've been meaning to do some more research into Wain for ages. So thanks for this. Just need to find £4500 for an original now.
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industrial_bunny, Thu 12 May 2011, 12:04,
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i'd absolutely love one
but alas, money.
a friend of mine studied his work a while back and found an interesting article that argued his change in painting style was not completely hinged on his schizophrenia, more to do with the treatment he got from the people who were selling them for him, and putting them on post-cards. He made no money (hence the poor ward in the asylum house he was saved from) and that he was still in contract to produce pictures so started drawing like he did to upset his employers. it seemed a little far-fetched but worth reading if you're interested. i'll see if i can find it.
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Windy Pig I'm naturally quite suspicious about the moon., Thu 12 May 2011, 12:50,
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If you could find it
I'd be interested, sure. Appreciated.
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industrial_bunny, Thu 12 May 2011, 14:09,
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can't find it
I will ask said friend when i see 'em and try to remember to gaz you a link, but i've got a terrible memory.
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Windy Pig I'm naturally quite suspicious about the moon., Thu 12 May 2011, 16:00,
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I
posted on b3ta a video of his work last year (i think) and I completely forgot about it all.. thanks for reminding me, I'm currently training to work in the mental health care system, and you have given me an idea on a paper I can write for my studies..
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The invisible ham Fig rolls are the best, Thu 12 May 2011, 15:25,
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