Lilian Andrews facts for kids

Lilian Andrews (born Lilian Rusbridge; 2 August 1878 – around 1962) was a British artist. She was famous for her beautiful paintings of birds and other animals.

Becoming an Artist: Lilian Andrews' Early Life

Lilian Andrews was born in Brighton, England. Her father was an inventor and engineer. From a young age, Lilian showed a talent for art.

She studied at the Brighton School of Art. Here, she worked hard and even won a bronze medal for her design skills. By the age of 22, Lilian had earned an Art Masters' Teaching Certificate. This allowed her to teach art to others.

Lilian Andrews' Artistic Style and Exhibitions

Lilian Andrews loved to paint landscapes, birds, and animals. She often used pastels and watercolors in her artwork. Her paintings were very popular.

She held her own art shows in several cities, including Leeds, Bradford, Newcastle upon Tyne, Bournemouth, and Brighton. Lilian also showed her work in many important art exhibitions.

Where Lilian Andrews Showed Her Art

Between 1912 and 1960, Lilian displayed about 39 of her paintings at the Royal Academy of Arts in London. Most of these were her famous bird paintings.

She also exhibited her art at the Royal Scottish Academy in 1954 and 1955. In 1952, her work was shown at the Royal Glasgow Institute of the Fine Arts and at the famous Paris Salon in France.

Lilian Andrews' Life and Legacy

For a while, Lilian taught at the Brighton College of Art. In 1910, she married Douglas Sharpus Andrews, who was the head of the Leeds School of Art.

After her marriage, Lilian lived in several different cities. These included Leeds, Sheffield, Bath, and later, London. Her artwork is still admired today.

You can find examples of Lilian Andrews' paintings in several art galleries. These include the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle upon Tyne, Leeds Art Gallery, and Nottingham Art Gallery.