Norman Edgar: A Portraitist of British Dignity Norman Edgar’s art is a quiet, dignified exploration of the human spirit, particularly as embodied by figures of authority and intellect within British society. Born in Paisley, Scotland, in 1948, Edgar’s journey to becoming one of the nation's foremost portraitists began with a formal education at Glasgow School of Art, followed by years teaching art before he ultimately embraced his own artistic vision. His work isn’t about flamboyant spectacle or dramatic gesture; rather, it’s a meticulous and deeply considered rendering of character, capturi…