john hodgson campbell
John Hodgson Campbell (1855–1927): A Portraitist of Newcastle’s Dignitaries John Hodgson Campbell (1855–1927) was a British artist celebrated primarily for his meticulous portraits capturing the essence of prominent figures within Newcastle upon Tyne and beyond. Born in Newcastle, son of John Thompson Campbell, he honed his artistic skills under Cosens Way at Newcastle School of Art, establishing himself as a respected practitioner of…
The Lifeline
Scroll through john hodgson campbell's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
Chapters — Career Periods
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Thumbnails — Dated Works
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Colour Band — Movement Drift
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