Helen Clapcott facts for kids
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Helen Clapcott
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| Born | 1952 Blackpool, England
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| Nationality | British |
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| Known for | Landscape painting |
| Awards | David Murray Landscape Award |
Helen Clapcott (born in 1952) is an English painter. She is well-known for her landscape paintings, especially those showing the Stockport valley and its old mills. Her art often explores how people change the natural world around them.
About Helen Clapcott
Helen Clapcott was born in Blackpool, England, in 1952. When she was ten years old, her family moved to Stockport. Today, she lives in Macclesfield with her husband, Ian Pollock, who is an illustrator.
Her Unique Art Style
Helen's paintings mainly focus on the Stockport valley. She often paints the old mills and shows how human activity affects the landscape. Her artwork helps us see the beauty and changes in these areas.
Early Life and Education
Helen studied Fine Art at the Liverpool School of Art from 1971 to 1975. During this time, she won a special prize called the David Murray Landscape Award. This award allowed her to travel and paint in Morocco.
Later, from 1978 to 1979, she continued her studies at the Royal Academy Schools. She attended with her friend, artist Mary Mabbutt. At the Academy Schools, Helen won the David Murray Prize three times! The academy even bought one of her paintings, Life School in the Royal Academy, for their own collection. After finishing her studies, she received another scholarship from the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation.
Exhibitions and Awards
Helen Clapcott's paintings have been shown in many art galleries. She has had exhibitions at places like Osborne Samuels, Messums, and Gallery Oldham. In 1984, she had several solo shows, meaning her art was the only art on display. These were held at Salford City Art Gallery, the Stockport War Memorial Gallery, and the Ginnel Gallery in Manchester. She also had another solo exhibition in 2003 at Scolar Fine Art.
