William Blake – Visionary’s Journey: The Life and Art of William Blake William Blake, born in London on November 28, 1757, was a figure perpetually out of step with his time, yet destined to become one of the most celebrated artists and poets of the Romantic Age. His life unfolded against the backdrop of a rapidly changing England—a world grappling with industrialization, political upheaval, and shifting spiritual beliefs. From humble beginnings as the son of a hosier, Blake’s early years were marked by an intensely vivid imagination and a propensity for visionary experiences that would prof…