Student Artwork Guide — Otter Hunting

Name Class Date

charles walter simpson, Otter Hunting. Reproduced for reference; rights reserved by the rights holder.

The facts

Artist: charles walter simpson wikioo.org/en/artists/charles-walter-simpson/
Artist’s dates: 1885 – 1971
Original size: 61 x 76 cm

Copyright This work is still under copyright. charles walter simpson died in 1971; copyright lasts 70 years after the artist’s death, so it remains in force until 2041. The image is shown here for classroom reference; rights remain with the rights holder.

Otter Hunting — charles walter simpson

How big is it?

The original measures 61 × 76 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.

When might this have been painted?

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Shaded: the lifetime of charles walter simpson (1885–1971)

This record has no exact year on file — using the artist's lifetime and the work's style, what decade would you guess?

Compare with

Penzance from Newlyn, 1914 wikioo.org/en/art/charles-walter-simpson-penzance-from-newlyn-AQV9LP-en/
Mallard Drake wikioo.org/en/art/charles-walter-simpson-mallard-drake-AQV9MH-en/
On Dark Water wikioo.org/en/art/charles-walter-simpson-on-dark-water-AQV9N3-en/

Pick one work above: name two things it shares with this one, and one thing that's different.

More works to set beside this one: wikioo.org/en/art/similar/charles-walter-simpson-otter-hunting-AQV9M9-en/

Colours

Measured from the image

Main colour

Quinacridone Magenta #786b4d

Catalogued palette

#786B4D
#322E1F
#4F4731
#B3A17E

Main colour name: Quinacridone Magenta
Intensity: Monochromatic How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
Contrast: Gentle How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
Harmony: Strong Color Unity How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
Brightness: Deep_shadow How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
Saturation: Subtle Color How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

Artist

charles walter simpson

Born in Camberley, United Kingdom

early life and career

charles walter simpson, a celebrated english painter, was born on may 8, 1885, in camberley, surrey, england. his artistic journey began with a focus on animal and bird painting, which would later become his signature style.

artistic journey in cornwall

simpson's connection with lamorna, cornwall, dates back to the early 1910s, where he initially resided. he returned to this picturesque location in the 1930s, further solidifying his reputation as a skilled animal and bird painter. this period marked a significant chapter in his career, with his work being showcased at the royal academy in 1948.

notable achievements and exhibitions

simpson's artwork was featured in art competitions at four olympic games.

a comprehensive exhibition of his work was held at the penlee house gallery and museum in 2005, showcasing his enduring legacy.

view 27 artworks by or after charles walter simpson at the art uk site.

personal life and legacy

simpson was married to fellow artist ruth simpson from 1913 until her passing in 1964. his work continues to be celebrated, with a profile at charles walter simpson's artworks on AllPaintingsStore.com, and a brief biography available at wikipedia: charles walter simpson (english artist). key dates:

born: may 8, 1885

died: october 3, 1971

discover more about charles walter simpson's life and work on AllPaintingsStore.com.

Where to read more

The artist charles walter simpson wikioo.org/en/artists/charles-walter-simpson/
Similar works More works to compare wikioo.org/en/art/similar/charles-walter-simpson-otter-hunting-AQV9M9-en/

Find this online

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Cite this artwork

MLA: simpson, charles walter. Otter Hunting. n.d., https://wikioo.org/en/art/charles-walter-simpson-otter-hunting-AQV9M9-en/
APA: simpson, charles walter (n.d.). Otter Hunting [Painting]. https://wikioo.org/en/art/charles-walter-simpson-otter-hunting-AQV9M9-en/
Chicago: charles walter simpson. Otter Hunting. n.d. https://wikioo.org/en/art/charles-walter-simpson-otter-hunting-AQV9M9-en/
Harvard: simpson, charles walter (n.d.) Otter Hunting. Available at: https://wikioo.org/en/art/charles-walter-simpson-otter-hunting-AQV9M9-en/

Otter Hunting — charles walter simpson

Look closely

Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

What catches your eye first, and why?
Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
Look back at Penzance from Newlyn (1914), earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.
What might the artist have wanted you to feel?
If you could ask the artist one question about this work, what would it be?

Your response

Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.