Welcome back to the next episode of Inside Yorkshire. This is the first of a two part interview with artist Dudley Edwards. He shot to fame during the sixties painting wild coloured furniture, shop fronts and even a piano owned by one of the Beatles. He was born and brought up in Yorkshire, studying art in Halifax and then Bradford, before moving down to London to seek fame and fortune. He wasn't disappointed.

About the Guest:

Dudley began life in West Yorkshire and was inspired by his school teacher to attend the Halifax school of Art. This was much to his father's disappointment who was keen for him to get a proper job. He did so well there that it took him onto further studies at Bradford college of Art. Having completed 5 years of training and honing his skills he was keen to seek fame and fortune - London beckoned.

Once down in London Dudley got together with two other Bradford graduates, Doug Binder and David Vaughan, the three of them founding the BEV pop collective. Their vibrant art designs on furniture, shop fronts and cars led to commissions from clients who included David Bailey, the Beatles and Tara Browne, heir to the Guinness fortune.

BEV's psychedelic murals appeared everywhere from the boutiques of Kings Road and Carnaby Street to Paul McCartney's 'Magic Piano'. Paul was keen to engage them to work for him after seeing their painted Buick....

"I remember the first time I first saw a photo of their painted car in the Sunday Times Magazine and I thought it was really cool. So I got in touch with them and asked the guys if we could have a meeting. We did, and I told them "I've got a little piano I'd like you to decorate in that same style". And at first they were a little bit reluctant to do anything, but I persuaded them. So they measured it all up, took the panel dimensions, and worked up some designs. Then they painted it and did a lovely job. It became my psychedelic piano which I wrote a lot of songs on, including 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band', 'Fixing A Hole', and 'Hey Jude'. It's in its rightful place in my music room in London."
Paul McCartney

Subscibe to the podcast and listen to what happened to Dudley next in episode 32. His recent artwork can be seen in the RedHouse Originals Gallery in Harrogate. 

Valuable Resources:

www.redhouseoriginals.com

Red House Originals Gallery

tel:+44 (0) 1423 884400

email:info@redhouseoriginals.com

address:15 Cheltenham Mount, Harrogate, HG1 1DW

About the Host:

Susan has been living in Yorkshire for over 30 years. She is passionate about the county she has adopted as her home and she never ceases to be amazed at the wealth of talent ‘Inside Yorkshire’ and the tales that people have to tell.

She is actively involved in promoting Yorkshire businesses with audio production and  on social media.

Contact Method for Inside Yorkshire 

Susan Baty-Symes
www.insideyorkshire.co.uk
susan@insideyorkshire.co.uk

 

Welcome back to the next episode of Inside Yorkshire. This is the first of a two part interview with artist Dudley Edwards. He shot to fame during&nbsp;the sixties painting wild coloured furniture, shop fronts and even a piano owned by one of the Beatles. He was born and brought up in Yorkshire, studying art in Halifax and then Bradford, before moving down to London to seek fame and fortune. He wasn't disappointed.
About the Guest:
Dudley began life in West Yorkshire and was inspired by his school teacher to attend the Halifax school of Art. This was much to his father's disappointment who was keen for him to get a proper job. He did so well there that it took him onto further studies at Bradford college of Art. Having completed 5 years of training and honing his skills he was keen to seek fame and fortune - London beckoned.
Once down in London Dudley got together with two other Bradford graduates, Doug Binder and David Vaughan, the three of them founding the BEV pop collective. Their vibrant art designs on furniture, shop fronts and cars led to commissions from clients who included David Bailey, the Beatles and Tara Browne, heir to the Guinness fortune.
BEV's psychedelic murals appeared everywhere from the boutiques of Kings Road and Carnaby Street to Paul McCartney's 'Magic Piano'. Paul was keen to engage them to work for him after seeing their painted Buick....
"I remember&nbsp;the first time I first saw a photo of their painted car in the Sunday Times Magazine and I thought it was really cool. So I got in touch with them and asked the guys if we could have a meeting. We did, and I told them "I've got a little piano I'd like you to decorate in that same style". And at first they were a little bit reluctant to do anything, but I persuaded them. So they measured it all up, took the panel dimensions, and worked up some designs. Then they painted it and did a lovely job. It became my psychedelic piano which I wrote a lot of songs on, including 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band', 'Fixing A Hole', and 'Hey Jude'. It's in its rightful place in my music room in London." Paul McCartney
Subscibe to the podcast and listen to what happened to Dudley next in episode 32. His recent artwork can be seen in the RedHouse Originals Gallery in Harrogate.&nbsp;
Valuable Resources:
<a href="http://www.redhouseoriginals.com">www.redhouseoriginals.com</a>
Red House Originals Gallery
tel:+44 (0) 1423 884400
<div class="contact-details">
email:<a href="mailto:info@redhouseoriginals.com?subject=Website%20Enquiry">info@redhouseoriginals.com</a>
address:15 Cheltenham Mount, Harrogate, HG1 1DW
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About the Host:
Susan has been living in Yorkshire for over 30 years. She is passionate about the county she has adopted as her home and she never ceases to be amazed at the wealth of talent &lsquo;Inside Yorkshire&rsquo; and the tales that people have to tell.
She is actively involved in promoting Yorkshire businesses with audio production and&nbsp; on social media.
Contact Method for Inside Yorkshire&nbsp;
Susan Baty-Symes
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.insideyorkshire.co.uk">www.insideyorkshire.co.uk</a></li>
<li><a href="mailto:info@insideyorkshire.co.uk">susan@insideyorkshire.co.uk</a></li>
</ul>
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What is Inside Yorkshire all about and why should you listen to it? This podcast will bring you an insider’s perspective of life in Yorkshire and some intriguing details about the lives of those who reside here. There is a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the area. These Yorkshire folk have amazing tales to tell.

Susan has lived in Yorkshire for over 30 years now and she interviews local people and gets them to share with you their lives, their hopes, their achievements and some of their dreams. So come on in, join us and follow us Inside Yorkshire.

Website: www.insideyorkshire.co.uk 

You can contact Susan by email: susan@insideyorkshire.co.uk 

 

What is Inside Yorkshire all about and why should you listen to it? This podcast will bring you an insider&rsquo;s perspective of life in Yorkshire and some intriguing details about the lives of those who reside here. There is a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the area. These Yorkshire folk have amazing tales to tell.
Susan has lived in Yorkshire for over 30 years now and she interviews local people and gets them to share with you their lives, their hopes, their achievements and some of their dreams. So come on in, join us and follow us Inside Yorkshire.
Website: <a href="http://www.insideyorkshire.co.uk">www.insideyorkshire.co.uk </a>
You can contact Susan by email: <a href="mailto:susan@insideyorkshire.co.uk">susan@insideyorkshire.co.uk </a>
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Inside Yorkshire

Welcome to the Inside Yorkshire Podcast, a podcast full of interviews and information about Yorkshire and Yorkshire folk.

Welcome to the Inside Yorkshire Podcast, a podcast full of interviews and information about Yorkshire and Yorkshire folk.

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