Mary Fox (artist) facts for kids

Mary Fox (1922–2005) was a British artist. She was known for her paintings and for making prints.

About Mary Fox

Mary Fox was born in 1922 in a town called Atherstone in Warwickshire, England. She loved art and went to art school. First, she studied at the Leicester School of Art in 1939. Later, she went to the Central School of Arts and Crafts in London.

Her Art Style

Mary Fox was inspired by many artists. Some of these artists were from Poland and Germany. They had moved to Britain before World War II. Their unique styles helped shape Mary Fox's own artwork.

Exhibitions and Shows

Mary Fox's art was shown in many places. She often displayed her work in group shows at the Royal Academy in London. She also showed her art with the New English Art Club and the Women's International Art Club.

During the 1960s, Mary Fox had three special shows just for her art. These were held at the John Whibley Gallery in London. Later, she had more solo shows. One was at the Sue Rankin Gallery in 1986. Another series of shows started in 1993 at the Stables in Birmingham.

Where to See Her Work

Today, you can find examples of Mary Fox's art in important collections. The Victoria and Albert Museum in London has some of her pieces. So does the Portsmouth City Museum. Her work is also part of the Arts Council England collection.