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EXHIBITION OF HISTORICAL PAINTINGS

by GRAHAM TURNER

at the TEWKESBURY MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL

July 11th and 12th 2009

Graham Turner will once again be exhibiting his Historical paintings and prints at the Tewkesbury Medieval Festival, on July 11th and 12th 2009.

Now in its 26th year, Tewkesbury's Medieval Festival is one of the largest events of its kind and includes many attractions, such as the medieval market, entertainments and, of course, the re-enactment of the famous battle fought over the same land in 1471.

ADMISSION IS FREE.

Graham Turner's exhibition will feature a selection of his medieval and historical original paintings, plus Studio 88's range of historical prints and cards reproduced from his work. Graham will be present throughout the weekend and will be happy to talk about his work and sign prints.

We look forward to seeing you at Tewkesbury.

1959-2009 - 50th Anniversary of Aston Martin's famous victory at Le Mans

At 4pm on the 21st June 1959, the Aston Martin DBR1 of Roy Salvadori and Carroll Shelby crossed the finishing line to take victory at Le Mans, heading a 1-2 finish for the British team after 24 hours of racing.

Graham Turner's latest painting shows Roy Salvadori in the winning car, leading the Phil Hill/Olivier Gendebien Ferrari Testa Rossa at Tertre Rouge corner on Sunday morning. To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Aston Martin's famous victory, this evocative painting has been published as a Limited Edition Giclée print, LIMITED TO 100 COPIES ONLY, the first 20 of which are reproduced on canvas just like the original oil painting. CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

Alex Henshaw book now available

Alex Henshaw’s reputation as an outstanding pilot and record breaker has established his place amongst the greats in aviation history. His flying exploits, including the famous 1938 King’s Cup victory and his unbroken record for flying from London to Cape Town and back, together with his wartime role as chief production test pilot for Vickers-Supermarine, contributed to the subject matter for the large number of paintings he commissioned from Michael Turner over a period of 25 years.

It was Alex’s wish that this unique collection of paintings should be published in a book, but his death in 2007 came just before the project was completed. Alex had written an appropriate text to accompany each painting, providing a fascinating first-hand account of his many flying adventures.

With the addition of many photographs from Alex’s personal albums, Michael has now finished compiling the project they started together, and this eagerly anticipated book is now available.

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS of 'Alex Henshaw - A Flying Legend'

Graham Turner jousts at Royal Armouries

Graham Turner was one of the four jousters in the Destrier team that competed in the Sword of Honour Tournament at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds over the Easter weekend.

CLICK HERE to see a selection of photos from the event.

He will also be jousting at the Queen's Golden Jubilee International Joust at the Royal Armouries over the August Bank Holiday weekend and at other events for English Heritage and Destrier through the summer.