Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Pete's PD Portraits #5: Mervyn Peake




This one is goin' out to my friends at PDUK. I hear the rest of you out there murmuring "Mervyn Peake ? Who in blazes was Mervyn Peake?

Glad you ask. Peake was one of the most formidable of those rare creators who earn distinction in more than one field. A talented writer and visual artist, the only comparison that he calls to mind is William Blake. Talent, style and good looks, Peake had it all, including Parkinson's.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Okay, now my son HAS to see this site! I didnt' know Mervin Peake had Parkinson's, but I DO know his books. My son handed one to me (Titus Groan) and said, READ THIS, in a voice usually reserved for mothers speaking to sons. I read it.

Peter Dunlap-Shohl said...

Hi Terri, I have read some of "Titus", but I confess, I prefer Peake's pictures. His draftsmansip is phenomenal!

Pete