An interest in the paintings of Robert Natkin has led to my belated discovery of William Hawkins. Originally considered an 'Outsider' artist by the art world, Natkin's attraction to Hawkins' painting in an open art competition led to him being awarded a prize in the 'professional' category. Here is a link to Hawkins talking about his painting ideas, in a filmed studio visit from 1982:
A new entry also in NOCM's TOP TEN PAINTINGS (top left drop down menu) is Hawkins' Canadian Parliament Buildings of 1989.
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