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Ernest Procter
Ernest Procter: A Cornish Vision of Light and Sensuality Born in Tynemouth, Northumberland, in 1885, Ernest Procter’s artistic journey began within a family steeped in tradition – his father, Henry Richardson Procter, was a distinguished chemist and Fellow of the Royal Society, while his lineage traced back to generations of Quaker tanners. This unique blend of scientific rigor and artisanal heritage profoundly shaped Procter's approac
h to art, imbuing his work with both meticulous observation and a deep appreciation for texture and materiality. Initially educated at Bootham Friends’ School in York, he later found his way to Newlyn, Cornwall, a burgeoning hub of artistic innovation during the early 20th century – a place that would become inextricably linked to his identity and creative output. Newlyn, with its vibrant community of artists drawn from across Britain…