Robert Gillmor

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Robert Gillmor

Gillmor in 2010, during a week as artist in residence at Nature in Art
Born(1936-07-06)6 July 1936
Reading, Berkshire, England
Died8 May 2022(2022-05-08) (aged 85)
Education
Occupation(s)Artist and illustrator
Notable workNew Naturalist book jackets since 1985.
AwardsRSPB Medal

Robert Gillmor MBE (6 July 1936 – 8 May 2022) was a British ornithologist, artist, illustrator, author and editor. He was a founder member of the Society of Wildlife Artists (SWLA). He was the society's chairman and president. He worked on over 100 books, and in 2001 was honored with the RSPB Medal.[1][2][3]

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  1. "Robert returns to his roots". Henley Standard. Archived from the original on 5 April 2012. Retrieved 10 October 2011.
  2. Avery, Mark (10 October 2011). "Top scientist slams government". Retrieved 10 October 2011.
  3. "Independent journalist wins RSPB medal". Birdwatch. Archived from the original on 2 April 2012. Retrieved 10 October 2011.