Tom Phillips

Painter and academic known for 'A Humument'

Tom Phillips - Painter and academic known for 'A Humument'
Born

May 25th, 1937
87 years ago

Died

2022
3 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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An English painter and academic worked primarily in the field of visual art, focusing on painting, printmaking, and book arts. Created the altered book 'A Humument', a reworking of a Victorian novel, which gained recognition and acclaim. Engaged in academia, teaching and influencing art practice at notable institutions. Produced works exploring the relationship between text and image, contributing to contemporary art discourse.

Created 'A Humument'

Taught at various academic institutions

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