A Brush Full of Colour: The World of Ted Harrison

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Book Synopsis: Now in an updated edition with revised back matter, the quintessential picture-book biography of Ted Harrison (1926–2015) Ted Harrison’s brightly coloured and wildly imaginative paintings set in the Yukon have become synonymous with the North. His instantly-recognizable images of the land of the midnight sun hang in galleries and private collections around the world. But how did a boy who grew up in a drab mining town in northeast England become one of Canada’s most beloved and decorated artists?A Brush Full of Colour is the story of a boy whose passion for learning would save him from a life in the coal mines. The books by the American writer Jack London and Canadian poet Robert Service fired his imagination with scenes of the wilderness and the Klondike Gold Rush. He trained as an artist, and a stint in the British Intelligence Service allowed him to travel. But Ted never stopped dreaming of the North, and when he saw an advertisement for teachers in Northern Alberta, he jumped at the chance to emigrate to Canada, where the biggest adventure of his life would begin.Margriet Ruurs and Katherine Gibson trace the life of Ted Harrison and the influences that would lead to his unique style as an artist. Filled with full-color examples of his vivid art, and with a foreword written by Ted Harrison himself, this nonfiction picture book will provide inspiration for a new generation of budding artists.

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Discover the captivating world of Ted Harrison with A Brush Full of Colour. This updated edition of the quintessential picture-book biography takes you on a journey through the life of one of Canada's most beloved and decorated artists. Immerse yourself in the vibrant and imaginative paintings that have made Harrison's name synonymous with the North.

Step into the extraordinary life of Ted Harrison, and uncover the remarkable path that led him from a dreary mining town in northeast England to becoming a celebrated artist in Canada. A Brush Full of Colour chronicles Harrison's passion for learning, his artistic training, and his yearning for adventure in the North. Inspired by the wilderness and the Klondike Gold Rush, Harrison's art is a testament to his boundless imagination.

Immerse yourself in the vivid and evocative world of Ted Harrison through A Brush Full of Colour. Experience his iconic images of the land of the midnight sun, which have garnered international recognition and found their way into prestigious galleries and private collections. Let his art transport you to a world of breathtaking beauty and allow it to ignite your own creativity.

Join Ted Harrison on an incredible artistic journey with A Brush Full of Colour. This nonfiction picture book, filled with stunning full-color examples of his art, traces Harrison's life and the influences that shaped his unique style. Get inspired by his story of perseverance and passion, and let his artistic legacy inspire the budding artist within you.

Experience the captivating world of Ted Harrison with A Brush Full of Colour. Get your copy now and be inspired by the life and art of this beloved Canadian artist.

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