Elizabeth Blackadder
Painter and printmaker; floral works
Born
September 24th, 1931
93 years ago
Died
August 23rd, 2021
3 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A Scottish painter and printmaker, this artist specialized in botanical and floral subjects. Studied at Edinburgh College of Art and later taught there. Developed a unique style that combined elements of realism and abstraction, earning recognition in the art community. Exhibited extensively in galleries and museums, both in the UK and internationally. Received multiple accolades throughout a prolific career, including the prestigious OBE.
Created iconic floral and still life paintings
Exhibited works at the Royal Academy
Received the Order of the British Empire (OBE)
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