George DANNATT

1915—2009

Originally a chartered surveyor in the family business, Dannatt was born in Blackheath, London. His artistic leanings were strong, and in the first instance related to music.

A self-taught painter, he was naturally energetic and eager to display his interpretations. His major geographical associations were with Dorset and Cornwall, where he concentrated his intense faculties on photography, geometric and abstract works. In retirement he lived with his wife in Wiltshire.

details

George DANNATT

gender:

male

media:

Painting, drawing in all media; music critic, author, photographer

references:

Buckman (2006) Dictionary of Artists in Britain since 1945;

Hardie (1995) 100 Years in Newlyn: Diary of a Gallery

memberships:

Penwith Society of Artists (Associate);

Newlyn Society of Artists

exhibitions:

NAG Three man show with Alexander MACKENZIE and John WELLS 1975;

NAG Solo exhibitions 1976, Retrospective 1981; 1987;

NAG Art Share 1988;

Dorset County Museum Solo exhibition 1993;

Book Gallery, St Ives 1995, 1997;

Other exhibitions, mixed and solo, abroad (Germany, Switzerland)

works and access:

Access to works: George Dannatt Trust Collection; RAF Museum, Hendon