Dorothy Mead (1928–1975) was a British painter associated with the post-war modernist movement and the London School of figurative painting. Born in London, she studied at the Slade School of Fine Art, where she developed a bold, expressive approach to drawing and painting.
Mead’s work is characterized by strong, fluid lines, vibrant colour, and a focus on the human figure. She was part of a generation of artists seeking to bridge abstraction and representation, often working on portraits, life studies, and expressive figurative compositions.
In addition to her painting, Dorothy Mead was a respected teacher, influencing younger artists and advocating for rigorous observational drawing. Today, she is recognized as an important figure in mid-20th-century British art, celebrated for her confident technique and lyrical vision.
