A true artist
Even though Churchill considered these paintings ‘ my daubs ’, he was very serious and studious about his work . I came to the conclusion that for him , this was a passion above all others and a way of escape from his busy life , and a means of relaxation that no other hobby could offer . He would be absorbed while painting , time would pass quickly and his mind was focused only on his subject . Despite his love of good food and wine , he even had to be badgered and coaxed from his easel to go to lunch or dinner . A true artist …
Paul Rafferty ’ s book Winston Churchill : Painting on the French Riviera , published by Unicorn is available from Amazon and all good book shops . The author is hoping to produce a documentary of the project and has plans to produce a companion book of Churchills paintings of Great Britain , the Stately Homes and landscape he so loved . paulrafferty . art