Born in Thrussington in 1782, the son of a wheelwright, John Ferneley was first apprenticed to his father's trade. However, his artistic talent was recognised by the Duke of Rutland and, under his patronage John became the foremost animal artist of the 19th century. The peak of John’s success coincided with the heyday of fox hunting in Leicestershire and John received commissions from landed gentry all over the United Kingdom. At our January meeting, Derek Holloway will tell us about “The... See more >