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TITANIC PICTURES - TITANIC DEPARTURE Limited Edition Giclee by James Lumbers - Noon hour, April 10, 1912 was to develop into a famous moment in history for The Titanic. Henry Abbott was enjoying a sandwich and mug of tea for lunch. Seymour, his friend was prepared to eat a few scraps that passed his way. A Skylark on the birdbath voiced its delight, being warmed by the spring sunlight. Abruptly a deep blast from the Titanic`s whistle crushed the delicate sounds of nature as The Titanic left from Southampton for the wide open sea. Henry grabbed his binoculars and watched as The Titanic faded into the distance. It was her "àu revoir". James Lumbers The Celebrated Canadian Artist THE TITANIC - THE TITANIC DEPARTURE collector giclee is a great example of James Lumbers moments in time style of painting. Well known for his nostalgic paintings, Lumbers is also an celebrated portrait and wildlife artist. After graduating from The Ontario College of Art, Lumbers worked for numerous years in Toronto. In1969 an opportunity came to travel to the far north to paint polar bears in their natural habitat around Hudson Bay. In the next 10 years, his subject matter expanded to documenting Native Peoples of the North.This artwork was displayed in 2 shows at the Royal Ontario Museum. In 1973 Lumbers was chosen a fellow of the Explorers Club in New York. He also became a member of the Society of Animal Artists of New York. He is listed in Who's Who in American Art and a Dictionary of International Biographies in the UK. During the late 70's he was recognized as one of Canada's leading realist painters. Many exhibitions of his paintings proceeded across the nation and into the United States. Via his distinctive approach, Lumbers has captured several of the worlds distinguished Sports Heroes, Gordie Howe, Wayne Gretsky and Joe Montana. He also captured John Diefenbaker, Chief Dan George, Sir Edmund Hillary and Sir Andrew Davis with The Toronto Symphony Orchestra, and several others from numorous walks of life. TITANIC PICTURES - TITANIC DEPARTURE canvas giclee is a excellent illustration of James Lumbers moments in time style of painting.He has a clear awareness of history which is mirrored in much of his work. "We are products of our memories and traditions. "We must stand in our own ways to preserve what we have." Lumbers has given time and supported countless charities over the years. He has participated on numorous TV and radio shows and several newspaper and magazine articles have been printed about him. Today a household celebrity in Canada, Lumbers paintings can be located in collections all over the globe. A book of his paintings was published on behalf of his collections up to the end of 1993. He lately finished an Autobiography with many sketches included in it.TITANIC DEPARTURE limited edition is a new release for the Titanic100th Aniversary. The Titanic - If your a Titanic or art enthusiast, "TITANIC DEPARTURE" is a essential for your Titanic signed & numbered collection - TO ORDER NOW - VISIT: titanic The Titanic - To read more articles or reviews about the famous Canadian artist James Lumbers & "TITANIC DEPARTURE" visit: The Titanic Story by James Lumbers
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