Poppy Chancellor
Poppy Chancellor (4 June 1987 – 29 September 2023) was a British artist.
Biography
Born in London to actress Anna Chancellor and poet Jock Scot, Chancellor was raised in a bohemian environment.[1] Her early artistic tendencies were evident in childhood, nurtured by her family's unconventional lifestyle.[2]
Chancellor studied illustration at Kingston University and furthered her education at the Royal Drawing School.[3] Known for her distinct style, she gained recognition for her contributions to the art community, including work with notable organisations and participation in various cultural events.[4] She was mostly known for the papercutting art.[5]
Chancellor authored Cut it Out! in 2016, a book on papercut art.[6] She also founded Griefcase, a support group for bereavement, and launched the Dead Parent Club podcast, reflecting her commitment to community support.[7]
Personal life
Her personal life was marked by health challenges, including lupus and acute myeloid leukemia.[8] Chancellor died at the age of 35 and is survived by her husband Jonny Mckenzie-Wynne, her mother, and her half-sister Tara Scott.[9]
Bibliography
- Cut it Out! (2016)
References
- ^ https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/poppy-chancellor-obituary-2qm0903qh
- ^ https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/poppy-chancellor-obituary-2qm0903qh
- ^ https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/poppy-chancellor-obituary-2qm0903qh
- ^ https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/poppy-chancellor-obituary-2qm0903qh
- ^ https://www.herefordtimes.com/news/15652151.papercutting-workshop-with-poppy-chancellor/
- ^ https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/poppy-chancellor-obituary-2qm0903qh
- ^ https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/poppy-chancellor-obituary-2qm0903qh
- ^ https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/poppy-chancellor-obituary-2qm0903qh
- ^ https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/poppy-chancellor-obituary-2qm0903qh