graham stuart thomas
Francis Bacon: A Life Etched in Darkness Born on October 28, 1909, in Dublin, Ireland, Francis Bacon’s life and art were inextricably linked to a profound sense of unease and existential questioning. His early years were marked by instability – his parents separated when he was young, and he spent much of his childhood moving between various relatives. This fragmented upbringing profoundly shaped his artistic vision, fostering a deep-…
The Lifeline
Scroll through graham stuart thomas's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups graham stuart thomas's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.