Aviation Art of Michael Turner Book

Michael Turner is one of the best known names in aviation art. He has built up a reputation based on his ability to paint a wide range of aviation subjects to standards of blueprint accuracy. In addition, he captures the mood and atmosphere of an outstanding moment or event in aviation history with consummate talent, commanding the authority of the eye-witness. A deep love of flying and of aircraft pervades all his work and he has rightly been called the ?pilot?s artist.?This first major celebration of his art is accompanied by an introductory text and comments on each painting by the artist himself, offering a rare glimpse into the private world of this outstanding artist. Michael Turner is one of Britain?s most prestigious aviation artists. He has carried out many important commissions for the armed forces, including the 50th anniversary Battle of Britain painting for the Royal Air Force. He lives in Buckinghamshire, England.