John King: A Sporting Legacy Forged in Observation Born on April 16, 1929, in West Tytherley, Hampshire, John Gregory King’s artistic journey was deeply intertwined with the rhythms of rural life and a profound appreciation for the equestrian world. His early training at Cranford and Salisbury School of Art laid the foundation for his distinctive style – one characterized by meticulous detail, vibrant colors, and an almost palpable sense of movement captured within each canvas. From a young age, King’s passion lay in depicting the grace and power of horses, a fascination that would define hi…