Lugar: Northhamptonshire
Nascido: 1922
Morte: 2017
Biografia:
Ben Maile (1922 - 2017) was a British painter best known for his realistic depictions of landscapes, marine scenes, and historical military events. Born in Northhamptonshire, his family moved to London in 1936 when Ben was fourteen. He joined the RAF, becoming a wireless operator in Bomber Command. He moved to Newquay shortly after 1945 and, self-taught, began painting and exhibiting throughout the West Country. His work was popularized through colored reproduction prints. Over time his reputation grew and by 1989 he had an agent in the USA. He spent his time between his Turkish home and the West Country.