In Print
Philip's paintings and sketches have found their way into many a publication, including magazine covers and centre-spreads. There are also books dedicated to his work and others where you will find several of his paintings featured.
Below is a selection of just some of the books where you can view Philip's work.
Tracks on Canvas (1998)
Published to critical and commercial acclaim, this was the first book to be devoted entirely to the art of Philip D. Hawkins.
A sumptuous hardback volume it not only featured 58 full colour reproductions of paintings, several accompanied by preliminary drawings and notes, but also a highly entertaining and humorous autobiography recounting the young Hawkins' formative years growing up in Birmingham surrounded by the sight and sounds of the railway.
Glowing reviews followed the launch of the book and sales were such that the book has been reprinted several times since.
Foreword by Nigel Harris.
Steam on Canvas (2005)
This is the second collection of paintings by Philip D. Hawkins and includes almost fiftly full-colour plates along with numerous preliminary studies, sketches and photographs. Hawkins' style is instantly recognisable, conveying not only the accurate representation of the selected subject, but also the more difficult and intangible aspect of 'atmosphere'. Though mainly steam era images, there are several delightful surprises for the modern traction enthusiast.
Each painting is accompanied by a fascinating description. Of particular interest are the step-by-step pictures accompanying three artworks that give an insight into the artist's thought processes culminating in the finished work.
This second collection will further strengthen his reputation as the greatest railway artist of his generation.
Foreword by Pete Waterman.
Reviews
"This is a book which well justifies the price and easily transcends the boundaries of railway enthusiasts to reach a far wider audience with its many stunningly evocative images"
Heritage Railway Magazine
"Those who admire the art of Philip Hawkins but are not fortunate enough to own an original painting, will find it hard to resist the chance of obtaining 58 of them at one fell swoop! The nostalgic jottings are illustrated with some marvellously evocative photographs, many taken by the author himself, and it is easy to see in the composition of many of them that the artist's eye was already at work."
The Railway Magazine
"These are scenes as I remember them. We all thought steam traction a part of the normal fabric of existence and that it would go on forever. Also of note is the clever use of figures, light, shade and weather as part of the composition. His work stands miles above the works of the 'kitch nostalgia' school of painters who may be delightful in execution but lack depth of experience, knowledge and in many cases abilities in perspective, research and composition. I recommend this highly professional book which is well organised, entertaining and beautiful at the same time representing good value, reading material and technical information as well. It is the sort of book to hand on to your grandchildren after a lifetime of reading."
Steam Railway Magazine
Books that include paintings by Philip D Hawkins
In Print
Philip's paintings and sketches have found their way into many a publication, including magazine covers and centre-spreads. There are also books dedicated to his work and others where you will find several of his paintings featured.
Below is a selection of just some of the books where you can view Philip's work.
'Winston Churchill' and the Bulleid Pacifics
Published 2014 by The Friends of the National Railway Museum.
'Mallard' and the A4 Pacifics
Published 2013 by The Friends of the National Railway Museum.
Forward to Nottingham Victoria - The Derbyshire Lines part two
Published 2013 by Book Law Publications.
Emotions of Railway Art
Published in 2011 by Haynes featuring the work of Guild of Railway Artist members.
Emotions of Railway Art
By John Boynton featuring the history of the GWR main line between Birmingham Snow Hill and Wolverhampton up to and including the Midland Metro.
Trains We Loved
First published in 1994 and reprinted in paperback in 2002. In addition to the cover picture the book contains over thirty full colour plates of Philip's paintings.
Along Artistic Lines
Published in 2003 by the Guild of Railway Artists in association with the National Railway Museum, featuring the work of Guild members. Foreword by Andrew Scott head of the National Railway Museum.
Century Of Railways
Published in 1996 to celebrate the centenary of the 'Railway Magazine' in conjunction with the Guild of Railway Artists. Foreword by HRH The Duke Of Gloucester.
To The Seaside
First published in 1990 and reprinted in paperback in 2006. A collection of artwork with a 'seaside' theme by members of the Guild of Railway Artists. Foreword by Terence Cuneo.
Birmingham Footplateman
by Dennis Herbert
published 2007
Cover by Philip D Hawkins
Edward Thompson of the LNER
by Peter Grafton
Cover by Philip D Hawkins
On The Footplate at Bushbury
by Keith Terry
Cover by Philip D Hawkins