Robert Taylor: Air Combat Paintings (Air Combat Paintings of Robert Taylor) [Paperback]

Charles Walker (Author), Robert Taylor (Author), Peter Townsend (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 2002 | Series: Air Combat Paintings of Robert Taylor (Book 2)

Each painting is reproduced in full colour and discussed in detail. The artist explores the background to each piece and his methods of research, and explains how he develops a painting from its initial concept to completion on the canvas. His revealing comments are supported by a wealth of colour detail of the paintings, and preliminary pencil sketches. There are also some fascinating behind-the-scenes stories of Robert's meetings with some of the finest aviators in history, a number of whom have contributed their own personal recollections to the book - including first-hand accounts of the aircraft they flew in combat. Combining a visual feast of highly acclaimed art with a rare glimpse into the artist's working methods, this book is eagerly sought by all aviation enthusiasts.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'If ever an artist could make an aircraft come to life and fly on canvas, Robert Taylor can.' The late Marshall of the Royal Air Force, Sir Arthur 'Bomber' Harris, Bt GCB, OBE, AFC, LLD, Commander in Chief, RAF Bomber Command 1942-45 'As a fighter pilot who flew the types of aircraft that Robert Taylor paints so brilliantly, I marvel at his ability. He paints more than just aircraft; he paints with spectacular reality the whole vista of the sky that is the world of the fighter pilot.' AirVice Marshall JE 'Johnnie' Johnson, CB, CBE, DSO, DFC, top scoring Allied fighter pilot of World War II --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Robert Taylor is recognized today as the leading aviation artist in the world. His following is on an international scale with enormous worldwide demand for his originals and limited edition prints. Writer Charles Walker has known and admired the artist for many years and has written about his paintings for books and magazines.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: David & Charles Publishers (September 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0715314602
• ISBN-13: 978-0715314609
• Product Dimensions: 11.6 x 9.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,306,445 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars All in one, August 18, 2006

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Ricardo Giorgi (Santos, SP Brazil) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Air Combat Paintings of Robert Taylor (Vol 1) (Paperback)

Splendid paintings, terrific drawings, historic informations everywhere and a foreword by none less than 'Johnnie' Johnson! This book takes the reader through the wonderful and time-consuming process which Robert Taylor takes to produce a painting. From white canvas to paintings able to tell a whole history each, the reader is take on a journey through several air combat scenarios.

5.0 out of 5 stars WWII AIRCRAFT DRAWINGS, December 21, 2010

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D. Bodkin (U.S.A.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Air Combat Paintings of Robert Taylor (Vol 1) (Paperback)

One of the best artists in the world when it comes to WWII aircraft. Excellent book well illustrated and includes detailed information on the aircraft and pilots portrayed in each painting.

5.0 out of 5 stars A dazzling spectacle of an artbook, March 9, 2003

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Robert Taylor: Air Combat Paintings (Air Combat Paintings of Robert Taylor) (Paperback)

Robert Taylor: Air Combat Paintings Volume II is a dazzling spectacle of an artbook, filled with black-and-white as well as full color images of aerial combat paintings, especially those related to World War II air battles. An extensive, in-depth commentaries and history adds a special depth to the origin and moment captured in these heart-stopping works of art. Robert Taylor: Air Combat Paintings, Volume II is a recommended treasure trove of great air combat illustrations for aviation and military history buffs. Also highly recommended is the companion compilation, The Air Combat Paintings of Robert Taylor: Volume 1 (0715314300, £20.00).