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WIN, LOSE, DRAW GRAPHIC INTERPRETATIONS OF ICONIC BRITISH SPORTING MOMENTS Art and sport often go hand in hand. Be it Ian Botham striking the ball for four, drawing out the goalkeeper or A P McCoy achieving his The truly great sporting 4,000th winner, there is something intrinsic about sport that really captures the imagination. moments are performed by Win, Lose, Draw is an exhibition of iconic sporting moments created by leading those who transform their UK graphic artists.

sport into an art form A mix of digital and original works of art, each artwork has been signed by the featured sportsman and is completely unique.

Exhibition: 23rd November – 25th November 2015 Online: 23rd November – 14th December 2015

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Win, Lose, Draw is a fundraising initiative in aid of national charity, Willow. willowfoundation.org.uk Registered Charity Number 1106746

1 Willow is the only national charity working with seriously ill young adults aged 16 to 40 to fulfil uplifting and unforgettable Special Days. These Special Days enable them and their families to reconnect and refocus on each other while enjoying an activity of their choosing. A day for them, a day about them and a day that will create memories they will all treasure forever.

For some their Special Day is the opportunity to return some normality to their lives. For others it is the last chance to fulfil a dream. But for all, at what is the most difficult of times, a Special Day is a life-affirming experience that can lift spirits, reunify families and be a source of strength when it’s needed most.

Each Special Day provides a positive experience to be shared with a partner, parents, siblings, children or close friends. To date, Willow has provided almost 12,000 Special Days for young adults diagnosed with a life-threatening condition such as cancer, motor neurone disease, cystic fibrosis and Huntington’s disease.

Founded by former Arsenal goalkeeper and TV presenter, Bob Wilson and his wife, Megs, Willow is a lasting memorial to their daughter, Anna, who died of cancer aged 31. Anna’s love of life and the enriching experiences of her own Special Days were the charity’s inspiration.

Willow is totally reliant on the generosity of individuals, companies, trusts and foundations to fund its work.

willowfoundation.org.uk Registered Charity Number 1106746

Kristin’s Special Day with her family in Scotland gave them time to reconnect at the end of her cancer treatment 2 3 FARAH, 2012 10K and 5K double gold in 2012 Olympic Games

Artwork by Thomas Burden Signed by Mo Farah CBE

THE MOMENT

Mo Farah became a household name as a result of his glorious victories and charming celebratory poses during the 2012 London Olympic Games. His first gold medal was in the 10,000m, in which his training partner, Galen Rupp, took silver. Then just a week later Mo doubled up on his long-distance glory with another gold in the 5,000m. He dedicated his double golds to his twin daughters. Farah was awarded a CBE in the New Year of 2013 for his services to athletics.

594 x 841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 4 HURST, 1966 England 1966 World Cup victory

Artwork by Daren Newman Signed by Sir MBE

THE MOMENT

Geoff Hurst became a household name after one of the most famous World Cup finals ever. The England team, whose win in this match has never been repeated, played host to 96,000 fans in , including The Queen and Prince Philip. Even to this day, it is the most- watched event in British television history with 32.3 million viewers. Hurst achieved the first hat-trick ever scored in any World Cup Final, securing England’s first and only World Cup win.

594 x 841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 6 EDWARDS, 1973 “That Try” aka the greatest try ever scored

Artwork by Emily Forgot Signed by Sir Gareth Edwards CBE

THE MOMENT

In January 1973 Gareth Edwards played for the Barbarians against the New Zealand All Blacks and completed what has since been known as the greatest try in rugby history. In a flawless chain of passes which included Bennett, Williams, Pullin, Dawes, David, Quinnell and finally Edwards, the Baa-Baas left the crowd awestruck from the outset. Cliff Morgan, commentating at the moment of the try, gushed “This is Gareth Edwards! A dramatic start! Oh, that fellow Edwards!”.

594 x 841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 8 FERGUSON, 1999 Manchester United win 1999 European Cup

Artwork by Will Scobie Signed by Sir CBE

THE MOMENT

Even UEFA calls the outcome of this match “scarcely believable.” In the final moments of the UEFA Champions League Final, Manchester United came back from 1-0 down to Bayern Munich. With two goals in three minutes, this was the first time the Red Devils had won this title in 31 years, and one of the most dramatic European Cup Finals ever. , Manchester United’s captain, raised the trophy with Sir Alex on that unforgettable night.

594x841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 10 MCCOY, 2013 Milestone record of 4,000 winning rides

Artwork by Charles Williams Signed by AP McCoy OBE

THE MOMENT

Tony “AP” McCoy, who has ridden more than 15,000 races in total, reached a phenomenal milestone in November 2013 of 4,000 wins in his career so far. His 4000th was on the horse Mountain Tunes who had been trained by Jonjo O’Neill and was owned by JP McManus. Both men are long-time friends of McCoy, making this achievement all the more delightful for the famed rider. AP McCoy is more than 1,400 winning races ahead of the next most successful jockey, Richard Johnson, making McCoy a truly outstanding and memorable sportsman.

594 x 841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 12 JOHNSON, 2003 England win 2003 Rugby World Cup

Artwork by Ben Tallon Signed by Martin Johnson CBE

THE MOMENT

In late November 2003, England captain Martin Johnson became the first player to lead a northern hemisphere team to victory at the Rugby World Cup. Playing against Australia, the game seemed lost to begin with, as the Wallabies scored just six minutes in. However, the England side picked up the slack and, with 26 seconds left on the clock in extra time, Jonny Wilkinson achieved a final drop goal, leaving the score 20-17 to England to seal the victory. The image of Johnson lifting the Webb Ellis Cup has become an iconic image of England’s sporting success.

594 x 841mm original artwork on artist board 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 14 REDGRAVE, 2000 Millennium Olympics in Sydney, fifth consecutive gold

Artwork by Will Scobie Signed by Sir Steve Redgrave CBE

THE MOMENT

British rower Steve Redgrave set an amazing Olympic record in the year 2000 with his fifth consecutive gold medal. Redgrave said to his team after the race: “Remember these six minutes for the rest of your lives. This is the stuff of dreams.” After the Olympic achievement, Steve was knighted in the 2001 New Year Honours for services to rowing. Britain’s Minister of Sport, Kate Hoey, hailed Redgrave as “the greatest Olympic athlete of all time.”

594 x 841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 16 FLINTOFF, 2005 England win the Ashes 2005

Artwork by Charles Williams Signed by Andrew Flintoff MBE

THE MOMENT

Having lost at Lord’s in the opening Test of the 2005 Ashes, England had just beaten Australia in one of the most exciting games of cricket ever played. During the second Test at Edgbaston, Brett Lee had defended his wicket courageously leaving Australia requiring three runs to win and England just one wicket. The tourists’ stand ended when Lee’s batting partner, Michael Kasprowicz, was caught by England wicket-keeper, Geraint Jones. Amid the host’s celebrations and in a true act of sportsmanship, Andrew Flintoff detached himself from the celebrations to sympathise with the visibly shattered Lee. With an impressive line-up including the captain Michael Vaughan, Kevin Pietersen and Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff, the 2005 Ashes was finally won by England for the first time in almost 20 years.

594 x 841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 18 WIGGINS, 2015 Cycling’s Hour Record broken at Lee Valley Velopark

Artwork by HelloVon Signed by Sir Bradley Wiggins CBE

THE MOMENT

The iconic Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) - record for the longest distance cycled in one hour on a bicycle from a stationary start - was broken by Sir Bradley Wiggins in June 2015, who rode 33.88 miles, an improvement of one mile on the previous record a month earlier by fellow Brit Alex Dowsett. Wiggins was cheered on by 6,000 spectators for a ride he revealed as “torturous”, and he called the achievement his “baby”. Despite less than ideal conditions in temperature and pressure, Britain’s most famous cyclist overcame the circumstances to smash the world record.

841 x 594mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 594 x 420mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 20 ADAMS, 1998 Arsenal v Everton

Artwork by Dan Leydon Signed by MBE

THE MOMENT

In May 1998 Tony Adams made a kick that would go on to be a defining moment in his career. This goal was remarkable in both technique and outcome and confirmed Arsene Wenger’s first title in his career. In that moment the crowd burst into rapture, leapt almost clean over Adams who stood at 6ft 3in, and the man behind the fantastic goal closed his eyes, shortened his step, and – with arms outstretched – inhaled the glory that poured over him.

594 x 841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 22 BOTHAM, 1981 England’s 1981 Ashes triumph

Artwork by Thomas Burden Signed by Sir Ian Botham OBE

THE MOMENT

The 1981 Ashes series is popularly known as “Botham’s Ashes”. Sir Ian Botham was the stand-out player of the English cricket team during this series. In a Test where the odds on an English win were 500-1 against, his highest score was 149 not out in the third Test. His total across all six Tests was a staggering 399. This, alongside an impressive 34 wickets taken, immortalised Botham in the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame.

594 x 841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 24 ARSENAL, 1970/71 Arsenal win 1971 FA Cup Final

Artwork by Ben Tallon Signed by Frank McLintock MBE, and Bob Wilson OBE

THE MOMENT

In 1971 Arsenal won the FA Cup in a tense final against Liverpool. Frank McLintock captained a team that included goalkeeper, Bob Wilson and forward, Charlie George. The team’s win contributed to Arsenal’s 1971 ‘double’ of that year, alongside their win against Tottenham in the Champions League during the same week. George’s dramatic winning goal was scored late in extra time, and his celebration – lying on his back on the Wembley turf – became one of the most famous images of their victory.

841 x 594mm original artwork on artist board 594 x 420mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 26 SPURS, 1981 Tottenham win 1981 FA Cup Final

Artwork by HelloVon Signed by Ossie Ardiles & Ricky Villa

THE MOMENT

The 1981 FA Cup Final was the 100th final of the tournament. It had to be replayed since the original match against Manchester City resulted in a tie. The replay saw Villa score in the eighth minute and again in the 76th with an amazing run in the box. The game ended at 3-2 to Spurs. In a now famous moment, the Argentinian duo celebrated while fans sung Tottenham’s song for the final ‘Ossie’s Dream’ and Ardiles joined in with the line “In the Cup for Tottenham”.

594 x 841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 28 SEAMAN, 2003 Iconic save in FA Cup arsenal vs Sheffield Utd

Artwork by Emily Forgot Signed by MBE

THE MOMENT

During the 2003 FA Cup Semi-Finals, David Seaman made the most spectacular save from Sheffield striker, Paul Peschisolido, leaping diagonally backwards to scoop the ball backwards, away from the goal and oncoming players. The match was also Seaman’s 1000th game in his professional career, making this great save all the more remarkable and memorable. Peter Schmeichel, former Manchester United goalkeeper, commentated for the BBC on the day of the match and pronounced it “the best save I’ve ever seen.”

594 x 841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 30 HENRY, 2003/4 Arsenal unbeaten run of 49 games, The Invincibles

Artwork by Kingsley Nebechi Signed by Thierry Henry

THE MOMENT

Between May 2003 and October 2004 Arsenal remained unbeaten for 49 matches, including draws. This is the longest any English team has gone unbeaten in league games and the team is still known today as “The Invincibles”. Thierry Henry was the stand-out player of this winning streak, scoring 39 goals in total and starting in 48 of the 49 matches. Some of the more impressive match scores during this period included 5-0 against Leeds and 6-1 against Southampton.

594 x 841mm artist proof on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 420 x 594mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 32 OWEN, 2001 England 2001 World Cup match against Germany

Artwork by Ben Tallon Signed by

THE MOMENT

Although Germany scored an opening goal just six minutes in, England turned this around to win 5-1, in one of Europe’s most famous international matches. Michael Owen’s phenomenal hat-trick was the first by an England player against Germany since Geoff Hurst in 1966. The England team consisted of other well-known players such as , , and .

841 x 594mm original artwork on artist board 594 x 420mm limited edition print (of ten) on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 34 THE ARTISTS HOW YOU CAN HELP

Thomas Burden Willow is the only national charity working with seriously ill 16 to 40 year olds to fulfil uplifting and unforgettable Special Days. An illustrator based in Chichester, Thomas specialises in illustration, vintage, retro, design, typography and 3D art. His work has featured on book covers, advertising campaigns and magazine editorials amongst others. For some their Special Day is the opportunity to return some normality to their lives. For others it is the last chance to fulfil a dream. But for all, it is a life-affirming experience that can lift spirits, reunify families and be a source of strength when it’s needed most. Emily Forgot Embracing the odd, the everyday and the sometimes surreal, Emily’s playful visual language and image making continues to innovate, evolve and surprise. Her enthusiasm, curiosity and eye for detail have Make a donatioN gained her recognition in publications such as The Creative Review as one to watch. You can make a one off donation or pledge a regular gift online or by phone. Please visit our website willowfoundation.org.uk/donate or give us a call. Dan Leydon Become a Benefactor An illustrator based in Sligo, Ireland, Dan’s main area of focus has organically turned out to be communicating his love and deep understanding of football through illustration. His work has been Many companies and individuals choose to support Willow through our Benefactor programme and commit exhibited in New York and London and featured by The Guardian. to a minimum annual donation for £5,000. As a Benefactor you will receive extended opportunities to connect with the charity and its beneficiaries. For further details please contact us. Kingsley Nebechi Charity of the Year An Italian born, British raised illustrator based in Portsmouth, Kingsley’s work is inspired by his love for patterns, comics and fashion. His artwork has been featured on book covers, advertising campaigns, Nominate Willow as your company’s Charity of the Year. The charity will work with you to maximise fundraising product packaging and animation. opportunities and staff involvement. To find out more about how we can support your efforts, please get in touch. DaREN Newman Direct support of Special Days An illustrator, typographer and designer raised and based in Manchester, Daren also works under the If you work in the hospitality industry and would be able to support Willow with donations or discounts off moniker of Me&MyPen. His work has featured in publications such as the New York Times, New York Magazine and illustration related books and blogs. transport, hotel accommodation and/or access to tickets for concerts, West End shows or popular attractions please contact us.

WILL SCOBIE In aid of Willow A Brighton based illustrator, Will’s approach to illustration plays with the idea of the continuous line whilst maintaining a graphic simplicity and communicating an idea through a playful and optimistic Organise your own event in aid of Willow, whether it be a black tie ball, golf day or challenge event, the perspective. choices are endless. By joining Team Willow you’ll be helping to fulfil dreams, lift spirits and create memories that will be treasured forever. We have a great team on hand to give you all the support to make it a Ben Tallon success, please get in touch. An illustrator and art director, Ben’s vibrant, hand crafted work is created with a wide range of organic materials: pens, inks, brushes, found materials and textures, acrylics, spray paint, pastels, wax and coloured pencils. Ben is very much a mixed media creative and favours the unexpected or happy accident. THANK YOU Charles Williams Willow would like to thank these companies and individuals for their support of Win, Lose, Draw, along A London based illustrator and designer, Charles’ work is firmly rooted in drawing, the use ofgeometric with all contributing artists and sportsmen. shapes, the continuous line, isometric grids, interconnected forms and a surreal three-dimensional aesthetic. HAYHILLGALLERY MASTER WORKS AND CONTEMPORARY ART HELLOVOn An award winning London based illustrator and artist, HelloVon utilises a seamless and dynamic blend of traditional and digital mark making techniques. He has become one of the industry’s foremost contemporary portrait illustrators.

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