Morton Murray
Morton Murray (1939-2008) was a Mechanical Engineer who took up painting quite late in life during recovery from a period of ill-health.
As an engineer, his subject matter naturally focused on machinery and especially the steam locomotives for which Horwich (his birthplace) was world famous. He called them his “great beasts”.
However, Morton also produced deeply atmospheric landscapes of areas within the Lake District, Scotland and Rivington near Horwich.
As a keen motorcycle enthusiast he painted many portraits of leading bike riders and their race machines.
Railways and Engines
Steam engines in many forms and many situations were included amongst Morton’s favourite subjects for his paintings. This is a fine painting of The Commonwealth of Australia taking a break on the east coast line.
Animals and People
Morton painted quite a few animals and this painting reflects his ability to capture the movement, situation and style so well.
