Celia Frances Bedford facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Celia Frances Bedford
|
|
|---|---|
| Born | 11 February 1904 Kensington, London
|
| Died | 23 February 1959 (aged 55) |
| Nationality | British |
| Education | Chelsea School of Art |
| Known for | Portrait painting |
Celia Frances Bedford (born February 11, 1904 – died February 23, 1959) was a talented British artist. She was well-known for her beautiful portrait and figure paintings. Celia also created amazing art using a special printing method called lithography.
Contents
About Celia Bedford
Her Early Life and Training
Celia Bedford was born in a part of west London called Kensington. She came from an artistic family. Her father, Francis Donkin Bedford, was a famous illustrator. This means he drew pictures for books and magazines.
Celia studied art at the Chelsea School of Art. She attended this school in 1931 and 1932. This is where she learned many of her artistic skills.
What Kind of Art Did She Make?
Celia Bedford painted many individual portraits. These are pictures of single people. But she also loved to paint groups of people. You might find her art showing people relaxing in cafes or restaurants.
She was especially good at lithography. This is a printing method where an image is drawn onto a stone or metal plate. Then, it's transferred onto paper. Celia was so skilled that she became a member of the Senefelder Club. This club was for artists who specialized in lithography.
Where Her Art Was Shown
Celia Bedford had her own art shows in London. These were held at the Twenty-One Gallery and the Leicester Galleries. She also regularly showed her work at several important places:
- The Royal Academy of Arts
- The Royal Society of British Artists
- The Society of Women Artists
She was also a member of the Women's International Art Club. In 1955, she was chosen to join the New English Art Club. Being part of these groups showed how respected she was as an artist.
Where You Can See Her Art Today
You can find Celia Bedford's artworks in several museums and galleries. These include:
- Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
- The Atkinson Art Gallery and Library in Southport
- Leamington Spa Art Gallery
- The Victoria and Albert Museum in London
After she passed away, a special exhibition was held to remember her. This show took place at Walker's Galleries in London in 1960. It celebrated her life and her amazing contributions to art.
