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John Gannam

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John Gannam
Born1905
Died1965
Known forPainting

John Gannam (born Fouzi Hanna Boughanam; 1905–1965), was a painter and illustrator.[1][2]

Career

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He was honoured in Society of Illustrators Hall of Fame in 1981.[3] His images were praised by critics, and won him the first prize in the 1946 nationwide competition, ahead of Norman Rockwell.[1] He was elected an Associate of the National Academy of Design and Member of the American Watercolor Society; Artists Professional League. He entered the Board of Directors of Danbury Academy of Arts.[4]

References

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  1. ^ a b Apatoff, David (September 8, 2021). "The Art of the Post: John Gannam, Master of Watercolors". The Saturday Evening Post.
  2. ^ "John Gannam - Biography". www.askart.com.
  3. ^ "John Gannam".
  4. ^ "John Gannam".