John Gannam
Painter and illustrator
John Gannam | |
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Born | 1905 |
Died | 1965 |
Known for | Painting |
John Gannam (born Fouzi Hanna Boughanam; 1905–1965), was a painter and illustrator.[1][2] 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]