Sir Hubert von Herkomer, R. A. (1849-1914): An Overview

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Biographical Materials

• Biographical introduction
• Work as his greatest pleasure

Works

• Paintings
• Engravings, Herkomergravures, and other graphic works
• Book Illustrations
• Drawings and Sketches

Herkomer's Theories of Art and Art Education

• "A search for the personality of each student" -- Herkomer's Theory of Art Education
• Painting, Drawing, and Art Training
• The Influence (and Shortcomings) of Frederick Walker
• Landscape Painting and Millais's Chill October
• Painting Rocks (compare Ruskin)
• Artistic Individuality and Changing Technique
• Religious Mania and Opposing the Nude

Bibliography

von Herkomer, Hubert. My School and My Gospel. New York: Double, Page, 1908.

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Last modified 7 July 2008