Our story of the month: november
2003
A
chat with Gary Morgan, the artist who has painted the portrait of
Sir Roger
Gary Morgan was born in Tipton, United
Kingdom. He is a 41 old self-taught artist, being aware of his talent
from the early age of 11. On leaving Willingsworth High School at
16, he studied art and design. While quietly making his name as
an artist, Gary worked semi-professionally, surviving financially
by working in local industries, including foundries.
Along the way Gary has won numerous national
and local art competitions. He now has works in private collections
worldwide, including America and Australia. Gary works from life
and photographic studies and his reputation as a portrait artist
is flourishing, thanks to the growing number of admirers of his
work around the world.
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Gary Morgan has had his work exhibited
at The National Portrait Gallery and The Mall Galleries in
London. Gary's admiration, respect and love for all his subject
matter shines through, particularly the personal intimacy
and warmth in his portraits.
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Gary, where came your idea
to paint the portrait of Roger Moore from?
From an early age l'd always shown an admiration,
appreciation and respect for Roger Moore's work and persona.
And I wanted to convey that in my own small way by painting
his portrait.
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What are the human qualities
you most admire in Roger Moore?
The qualities I most admire
in Roger Moore are the ones I wanted to capture in his portrait.
The warmth and charm of his personality - a true gentleman.
I was very pleased and happy that all the years of hardwork
dedicated to the world of film and TV and his inspirational,
selfless charity work with UNICEF had been recognised.
Did you
have the luck to meet him personally?
Roger Moore didn't have time
to sit for the portrait so I was sent three photographs to
work from instead. I've only been in contact with Gareth Owen
who informed me that he was going to show the portrait to
Roger Moore.
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© Gary
Morgan - 2003
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Now, Gary Morgan is currently painting a commissioned
portrait of Richard Wattis, an English character actor who originated
from Wednesbury, whos film credits include " The Prince and the
Showgirl " and " The Belles of St. Trinians" .
To discuss a portrait/ painting commission or to
purchase a work of art, you can contact directly Gary
Morgan.
© Sir Roger Moore Official
Website - 2003
Read our previous stories of the month,
August
- September
- October
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