Douglas Purdon is a man who wears many hats. He is well-known as a
painter, a writer and also as a teacher. The majority of his life has
been devoted to developing his painting talents however. Purdon in fact
has been quoted as saying 'I can't remember not having a pencil and
paper.' This paper will examine the various artistic talents of Purdon
as well as some of the design elements and principles used in his works.
Purdon's initial experiences in the Arts were not very well received. As
early as Grade 1, he was labelled a rebel by his teacher for 'not coloring
between the lines'. …
