Doris Boulton-Maude facts for kids

Doris Boulton, who later became Doris Boulton-Maude (1892–1961), was a talented British artist. She was especially known for her beautiful prints. These included wood engravings, etchings, and colorful woodcuts.

Her Life as an Artist

Doris Boulton-Maude began her art journey at the Burslem School of Art. This school is located in Stoke-on-Trent. After that, she studied at the Royal College of Art in London. She was there from 1916 to 1921.

While at the Royal College of Art, Doris showed some of her artworks. These were displayed at the famous Royal Academy of Arts. In 1918, she became a member of the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers. This was a special group for artists who made prints.

Time in Egypt and Palestine

From 1924 to 1931, Boulton-Maude lived in Egypt. During this time, she worked as an artist. She joined the Pennsylvania Archaeological Expedition to Palestine. This means she helped record what they found during their digs.

When she returned to England, she briefly studied again. She went to the Slade School of Art in London. Soon, she started showing her art in exhibitions once more.

Exhibitions and Later Life

Her prints of Egypt and Palestine were quite popular. They were shown at the Society of Wood Engravings' yearly exhibitions. This happened between 1934 and 1936.

From 1933 to 1938, she also showed many scenes of northern England. These were displayed with the Society of Graver Painters in Colour.

In 1937, she married Lionel Maude. After her marriage, she started using the name Doris Boulton-Maude for her art. Before that, she was known as Doris Boulton.

Her artworks were shown in many important places. These included the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool. She also exhibited with the New English Art Club. Her art was seen at the Society of Women Artists and the Royal Society of British Artists.

For many years, she lived in Great Baddow in Essex. In 1995, the Chelmsford Museums Service organized a special exhibition of her work. This exhibition traveled to different places.

Today, you can find examples of her prints in major museums. Both the British Museum and the National Gallery of Victoria have her artworks.