Robert Gillmor

For other people with similar names, see Robert Gilmore and Robert Gilmour.

Robert Gillmor
MBE
Gillmor in March 2010, at Nature in Art, in front of a linocut of his cover art for Birds New to Norfolk, depicting a red-breasted nuthatch
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 Allen Fitzwilliam Gillmor MBE (6 July 1936 – 8 May 2022) was a British ornithologist, artist, illustrator, author, and editor. He was a co-founder of the Society of Wildlife Artists (SWLA) and was its secretary, chairman and president. He contributed to over 100 books, and received numerous awards.[1][2][3][4]

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  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.
  4. ^ Moss, Stephen (12 May 2022). "Robert Gillmor obituary". The Guardian. Retrieved 13 May 2022.