Aviation artist Robert Tomlin. Like
many famous artists, Robert Tomlin is a self taught artist whose talent lay
unknown and unappreciated for many years. He served in a supply position with
the RAF for some years before moving to RAF Valley. Now a full-time artist, in
just a few short years Robert has achieved world-wide recognition of his work,
particularly in the field of aviation and F1. A large percentage of his work
is commissioned by Corporate clients to be used for promotional purposes.
Amongst his patrons are such world-class companies as Boeing, BAe Systems, DHL,
Hewlett Packard, TNT and many European Air Forces including in particular
Swiss, German and French, plus the world-famous Red Arrows. His F1 pictures
are in great demand, most previous editions being sold out.
Buffalo by Robert Tomlin.
Beaufighter TFX L2451 EE-M was the personal aircraft of Wing Commander A K (Ken) Gatwood DSO, DFC of 404 Squadron from Davidstow Moor in Cornwall, England. On 21st August 1944, Wing Commander Gatwood was involved in attacking warships at Le Verdon amongst the anti-aircraft fire exploding around him in the sky.
Dakota G-AMPZ (formerly KN442) of Air Atlantique resplendent in the commemorative livery of RAF Transport Command heads out across the English coast, back to Berlin? Still flying more than 50 years after serving valiantly on the Berlin Airlift, this aircraft carries out the bulk of the airlines passenger charters. These prints are signed by the current crew.
Item Code : DHM2507
Perpetual Motion II by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
During the Air Show Season each year the Royal Air Force provides one of their latest Tornado F3 interceptors to thrill the crowds throughout Europe. The year 2002 represents the second year that the aircraft has been provided by 56 (R) Squadron from RAF Conningsby and is once again crewed by F1t Lt Simon Stevens as pilot and F1t Lt Dave Chadderton as Navigator. This will be their last year as F3 Display Team and so this print is issued to commemorate two fabulous years of thrilling and dynamic displays. Some of their highlights are the several seafront displays that take place around the shores of the UK and none more special to them that the one at Blackpool, close to Daves roots and considered their home display. With the unmistakeable form of Blackpool Tower in the background, Simon pulls the F3 up into a tight turn after a high speed pass.
Item Code : DHM2516
Blackpool Showtime by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
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Robert Tomlin has created this superb small print showing the gleaming Mirage 2000 taking off during typical Northern European display weather at Orange.
Item Code : DHM2531
Millennium Mirage by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
Paper size 19.5 inches x 15.5 inches (50cm x 40cm)
Artist : Robert Tomlin
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Fighter Recovery by Robert Tomlin.
Produced with the co-operation and agreement of 801 Naval Fighter Squadron, Yeovilton, the picture clearly demonstrates the skills of the aircrew and ship crew as a Sea Harrier lines up to land on HMS Illustrious. 801 Squadron was the last to operate this aircraft. In the background is HMS Gloucester which operates in conjunction with Illustrious to provide protection with her Sea Dart missiles. This picture was issued to commemorate the forthcoming stand down of 801 Squadron in March 2006 and the withdrawal from service of the Sea Harrier.
Item Code : DHM2583
Fighter Recovery by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
Resplendent in the striking new red and yellow corporate livery, Boeing 757 SF freighter OO-DPJ, the first to bear the new colours, lifts off from Brussels National Airport, DHL's European hub.
Item Code : DHM6171
The Power to Deliver by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
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Image size 15.5 inches x 11 inches (40cm x 28cm)
Artist : Robert Tomlin
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Hard to be Humble by Robert Tomlin. (AP)
During the summer of 1999 Robert Tomlin was specially commissioned by the French Air Force to paint the Mirage 2000s of EC/12, the Tiger squadron from Cambrai. Here is the resultant picture entitled in which two Mirages intercept two MiG 29s over the French coast, the storm clouds just passing over.
Item Code : DHM2527
Hard to be Humble by Robert Tomlin. (AP) - Editions Available
Flt Lt. Tim Couston and Flt Lt. Dave Stobie, The Red Arrows Synchro Pair, make a high-speed opposition pass over the replica of Captain Cooks Endeavour during the ships brief stop in Fowey Harbour, Cornwall, England, August 1997, as part of a round the world cruise. Incorporated at the base of the image are facsimile signatures of Tim Couston, Dave Stobie and Chris Blake (Captain of the Endeavour) together with printed remarques of the Synchro pair and the Endeavour in full sail.
Item Code : DHM2534
The Ambassadors by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
FW 190 A-8/R-8 Sturmbock no 681382 of Hauptmann Wilhelm Moritz stalks a formation of B-17 Flying Fortresses. Moritz led 4JG3, the Luftaffes first dedicated Sturmgruppe for seven months from April to November 44 before being relieved from exhaustion. He ended the war with over 44 victories..
Image size 10.5 inches x 15.5 inches (27cm x 40cm)
Artist : Robert Tomlin
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Friesland Scorpions by Robert Tomlin.
The 2nd Squadron of Fighter-Bomber Wing 38 Friesland is the only squadron in Northern Germany to operate the Tornado weapon system. Their main task is to support the Main Defence Forces (HVK) to protect Germany and its Allies. Additionally their crews train co-operation between themselves and reaction forces of NATO and the UN. The 2nd Squadron, the youngest German Tornado squadron, was established in 1988 with the introduction of the Tornado ECR (Electronic Combat Reconnaissance) into the German Air Force. The crews perform the service tests until the ECR achieved operational readiness. With the changing political situation in Europe, the ECRs were transferred in 1994 to FBW 32 at Lechfield. The Squadron then re-equipped with Tornado IDS (Interdiction and Strike) and changed its role to fighter-bombers. At the moment the crews train in all tactical roles except nuclear. As the German Air Force continues its re-organisation, the squadron will close in 1999. In the foreground of this.........
This limited edition print is a reminder of the heady days when the McDonnell Douglas Phantom reigned supreme. Still the definitive Mans Aircraft, its brute force and clinical efficiency are legend. The Phantom was loved by its pilots without exception and still held dear by all who flew in her and had contact with her. Preserved at Duxford in the UK by the Old Flying Machine Company, this aircraft is still resplendent in the 74 Tiger Squadron markings. The print shows the machine blasting off from the runway of RAF Valley during a typical detachment.
Item Code : DHM2537
Tigers Roar by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
Pinnacles of technology and nature at the roof of the world. Northrop Grumman B2 Spirit from Wightman AFB, Missouri soars high over majestic snow-covered peaks, still climbing to its operational altitude of 50,000 feet.
Item Code : DHM6154
The High and Mighty by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
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Image size 20 inches x 13 inches (51cm x 33cm)
Artist : Robert Tomlin
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Snowcat by Robert Tomlin.
Jaguar GR3A from 41 (Fighter) Squadron based at RAF Coltishall and flown by Squadron Leader Ian Smith thunders down a Norwegian fjord. Coltishall Jaguars regularly deploy on exercise in northern Norway as part of NATO's protection of its northern flank. However, Spring of 2006 saw the closure of RAF Coltishall, the loss of an historic airfield.
Item Code : DHM6124
Snowcat by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available ***New Release !*** (November 2011)
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Flt Lt Pete Willy Hackett and his navigator Flt Lt John Shields blast off from the runway at Duxford in the UK. Rolling and turning immediately after leaving the ground, Willy hauls the 25(F) Squadron Tornado F3 into a tight turn at the start of another thrilling, dynamic, display sequence, the thunder of the full re-heat sending vibrations through to the very heart of the viewing public.
On the morning of October 14th 1943 along with 15 others from the 305th Bomb Group, Lazy Baby set off from Chelveston in England on Mission 115, the second Schweinfurt raid, later to become known as Black Thursday. By the time they reached Aachen on the outward leg only Lazy Baby and two others of the 305th were left flying, They were then seriously damaged and three crew severely injured whilst two bailed out. Diving from 23,000 ft to only 3,000 ft, pilot Ed Dienhart managed to escape the attacking fighters. With the ball turret gunner trapped and navigator seriously injured they proceeded at 30 to 50 feet, hedge-hopping all the way, to Switzerland and safety. Guided by the navigator Don Rowley who, despite having both arms virtually severed, managed to steer them from memory for over an hour to Switzerland where they made a dramatic crash landing only four miles from the German border. The navigator died the following day from his injuries. Whilst the pilot drew upon every ounce of h.........
In the narrow valley dominated by the 3000 metre high Mt Glärnish the Patrouille Suisse Tigers line up over the runway of the satellite airfield of Mollis as solo Paul Thoma streaks underneath in the dramatic Tunnel manoeuvre.
Item Code : DHM6173
The Mollis Tunnel by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
Wing Commander Ken Wallis flies his WA-115 autogyro over the Shinmoi Crater in the Krishima area of the southern Japanese island of Kyushu in preparation for filming the action sequences for the James Bond film You Only Live Twice. Those of us who enjoy a certain series of spy films will be much aware of Little Nellie, designed by Wing Commander Ken Wallis MBE She is pictured flying above the tops of extinct volcanoes. Little Nellie was one of 3 military Type WA-116 built during 1962 and one of these remains today taking part in military exercises and with camouflage bodywork. These operate in remote military and civilian roles and a specially-silenced WA-117 was used during the Loch Ness investigation and for special photography in Saudi Arabia. These effective and nimble autogyros have been flown from Naval patrol craft which are too small for helicopters. The Wallis autogyros have held all 20 of the UK official world records for autogyro speed, time to climb, altitude, .........
Somewhere in the desert, a chinook lifts off in the midst of swirling sand. Bob paints from experience here, having witnessed just such scenes during his time with the RAF. But this could be equally relevant today.
October 24th 2003, and British Airways Concorde G-BOAG makes its final scheduled flight from New York to London under the command of Chief Concorde pilot and General Manager of Concorde Operations, Captain Mike Bannister. With Manhattan now far below, Mike punches through the clouds to take Speedbird 002, Concorde G-BOAG, together with its complement of celebrity passengers through Mach 2 for the last time.
Item Code : DHM2518
Concorde - The Last Flight Home by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
Squadron Leader John Plagis, Commanding Officer of 126 Squadron, in his Spitfire LFIX, returns from France on 24th July 1944 after shooting down an Me109. Plagis went on to score 15 aerial victories before the end of World War II.
Image size 10.5 inches x 15.5 inches (27cm x 40cm)
Artist : Robert Tomlin
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Kuwait Express by Robert Tomlin.
00-DNF, one of DHL Europes fleet on loan to the Middle East, comes in to land at Kuwait International Airport, at 08:25 GMT on 20th March 1991, only days after the end of the Gulf War. Operating from Bahrain and flown by Capt. Wasberg and First Officer Pierre De Naeyer, this aircraft has the distinction of being the first civil aircraft into the liberated airport. Hastily painted under the DHL logo can be seen the words Kuwait Express, from which our painting takes its title. Headed by Capt. Manu Tytgat, the detachment of DHF and its sister ship 00-VGH, nicknamed Silver Fox which was still wearing EAT markings, kept the DHL promise and delivered important materials to enable business to resume as soon as possible after the liberation of the Kuwait capital. As DHF comes in to land, it passes the wreckage of the British Airways Boeing 747 which was stranded in Kuwait at the outbreak of hostilities and eventually destroyed by the Iraqis. It will stay there for some weeks, the .........
The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter was undoubtedly one of the most remarkable aircraft of the famous Century Series of American jet fighters. Sold to so many Air Forces around the world, it featured strongly in the inventories of most European countries but none more so than West Germany. A difficult learning curve gave the aircraft a bad reputation but once mastered it proved a formidable interceptor. The ultimate proof that the machine had been tamed was given from 1983 to 1986 by the German Navy Display Team The Vikings who thrilled crowds throughout Europe by demonstrating the surprising agility of the Starfighter in spectacular fashion. This picture commemorated their achievements and gives The Vikings their rightful place in the history of Aeorbatic Display Teams.
Item Code : DHM2536
The Vikings Legend by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
25(F) Squadron of the Royal Air Force, based at Leeming in Yorkshire is one of the premier Defence squadrons. Here, a Tornado F3 makes a dramatic dash for the air in response to a potential threat. The title comes from their motto Striking I Defend. The border contains printed remarques of the first and the latest fighters to serve with 25(F) Squadron, the autographed by Group Captain Phil Goodman, OC 25(F) Squadron.
Item Code : DHM2504
Feriens Tego by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
Dakota KN442 lands again at Gatow during the autumn of 1948 at the height of the Berlin Airlift as Yorks and Hastings wait to take off for the return. Each print is autographed by the pilot, navigator and signaller who flew KN442 on the airlift. KN442 is rare among airlift aircraft in that it still flies today as G-AMPZ for Air Atlantique more than 50 years on.
Item Code : DHM2506
Perpetual Motion by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
Paper size 16.5 inches x 11.5 inches (42cm x 30cm)
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Cruising by Robert Tomlin.
After a practice scramble, a Lightning F1A of 56 Squadron RAF The Firebirds, makes a gentle turn over the famous Langdale Pikes in the Lake District in preparation for a steady cruise back to base.
Paper size 15.5 inches x 19.5 inches (40cm x 50cm)
Artist : Robert Tomlin
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End of Season by Robert Tomlin.
Always a poignant time of year, this specially-commissioned black and white drawing from Robert Tomlin shows team leader during the 2000 season, Andy Offer, climbing down from his Hawk watched over by a member of the blues - the Red Arrows ground support team.
Item Code : DHM2521
End of Season by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
Paper size 15.5 inches x 19.5 inches (40cm x 50cm)
Artist : Robert Tomlin
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The Corkscrew by Robert Tomlin.
The highlight of the annual Fowey Royal Regatta is undoubtedly the performance of the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team The Red Arrows. Each year the crowds flock to this historic Cornish seaside port to see the spectacular display. There are frequent visitors to the port of Fowey and as part of the 2005 celebrations the RFA Sir Galahad anchored in the river estuary. It provided a memorable backdrop fro the Reds seen here performing their 'Corkscrew' manoeuvre over this famous ship with the unmistakable landmarks of Fowey in the background. It is August 2005 and during another memorable evening, the Red Arrows displayed over the beautiful Fowey estuary in Cornwall, England, and the famous replica of RFA Sir Galahad which had moored during the Fowey Royal Regatta Week. The gypo part of the team perform an extremely difficult manoeuvre rolling around the smoke trails of a pair who fly together, one inverted above the other leaving a blaze of colour across the early even.........
The workhorse of forces around the globe, the mighty Hercules could be called todays universal soldier. Whether supplying troops in desert and jungle or dropping air to starving nations, Fat Albert has been a true unsung hero.
Item Code : DHM1474
Herculean Effort by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
The Royal Air Forces premier display team, the Red Arrows, performs dozens of displays in the UK and worldwide during a typical season and some display areas have more challenges and attractions for the team than perhaps others. One of the favourite venues is the little town of Fowey on the south coast of Cornwall, England, where the team demonstrate with awesome ability their skills and flying abilities. Amongst the best-loved of the manoeuvres is the Heart shape and this picture shows the Synchro pair scribing the heart in the sky at the end of the Fowey estuary, with the famous tug boat watching in the early evening sunshine.
Item Code : DHM2524
Fowey With Love by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the first flight of the DH110, this special edition of 500 copies has been taken from Robert Tomlins original oil painting. It depicts Sea Vixen XP924 of 899 Squadron as it is hurled from the waist catapult of HMS Eagle during the aircrafts last deployment in 1969. Following retirement from 899 Squadron the aircraft went on to serve with Flight Refuelling Ltd before being finally transferred to RAF Llanbedr for target towing duties. In 1996 it was purchased by de Havilland Aviation Ltd and placed on the civil register as G-CV1X. Still in flying condition, the aircraft now forms a core part of the de Havilland Aviation Ltd collection of historic aircraft and is regularly displayed at air shows in the hands of current pilot Dan Griffiths.
Item Code : DHM2532
Moment of Truth by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
At the end of its landing run and streaming the unmistakable scarlet brake parachute with its characteristic tuck at the bottom, an SR-71 prepares to turn off of the runway after another Hot Flight. Retired in favour of other technology including satellite surveillance a small number of these remarkable aircraft were due to start back in service at the end of 1996. There were jobs that just could not be done by any other system, even the most sophisticated modern technology failing to address all of the incredible capabilities of one of the most advanced aircraft of all time.
Item Code : DHM2535
The Black is Back by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
Probably the most graceful jet aircraft ever, yet in its time deadly and effective, a Hawker Hunter of the Old Flying Machine Company who are based at Duxford in England, gets airborne for another majestic display in the hands of the late Mark Hanna.
Item Code : DHM2526
Grace & Pace by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
Throughout the crisis in Bosnia helicopters of various nations provided logistic support to the ground forces, especially in the times when movement along dangerous roads was impossible. Here Puma Helicopters of the French detachment drop into a forward base to refuel before going on to their final destination. These Pumas operated out of their base in Split, Croatia, together with British and Norwegian helicopters; indeed it was common to see aircraft of several nations operating together. As the first machine UN 128, serial number 1128, comes into land at the forward refuelling base at Kiseljak, only 20km west of Sarajevo, a second, the radar equipped UN 126, serial number 1662 turns on to finals. The machines will be re-supplied in this instance by British Ground Forces, two of whom crouch against the billowing dust ready to go into action to minimise time on the ground
Item Code : DHM2522
Fill Up at Kiseljak by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
The nine aircraft perform the classic Diamond Nine formation that has become their trademark. Since their formation in 1965, this classic shape has been an integral part of their spellbinding, exciting, and dynamic programmes. To celebrate their 40th season, the official 2004 team-autographed limited edition print depicts this unmistakable formation flying over their home base of RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire, paying homage to a line up of 7 Gnats in front of the hangar. This picture contains some remarkable detail, with each of the teams own cars lined up in the parking area in front of the building and even Jezs two black labradors frolicking on the grass! The concept for the picture was originally the idea of David Thomas (Synchro Leader 2004) and was then subject to individual approval by all concerned.
Item Code : DHM2533
Ruby Reds by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
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Limited edition of 850 prints, signed by each of the nine flying members of the 1994 Red Arrows and also Red 10, commentator Flt Lt Steve Underwood. Full Item Details
Paper size 15.5 inches x 19.5 inches (40cm x 50cm)
Artist : Robert Tomlin
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Global Support by Robert Tomlin.
Tristar KC1 ZD952 of No.216 Sqn, VC10 KMk4 ZD235 of No.101 Sqn and VC10 CMk1K XV108 of No.10 Sqn. Together, these squadrons provide global Air Transport and Air-to-Air Refuelling support for the RAF from their base at RAF Brize Norton.
RAF Brize Norton is proud of its long association with British Airways, who have kindly sponsored this painting. Some 20 RAF Brize Norton aircraft saw previous service with British Airways. VC10 ZD235 served as G-ASGG and Tristar ZD952 as G-BFCE.
Item Code : DHM6151
Global Support by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight will always remain a firm favourite with the airshow-going public. With an unmistakable purr of six Merlin engines, the flight makes one of the most evocative sights on the circuit. Aircraft of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight fly over the Battle of Britain Fighter Pilots Memorial at Capel le Ferne, near Folkestone, England. The memorial shows a pilot pensively looking out towards the coast of France from where the enemy have at last ceased to come. Around the base are tributes to all the squadrons of the many Allied Nations who stood together against the odds in 1940. As a living tribute the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight operate several Spitfires, two Hurricanes and a sole Lancaster from their base at RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire. Here the aircraft are Lancaster B1, PA474 painted to represent No 9 Sqn, Spitfire Ab910 painted as No 222 (Natal Sqn and Hurricane LF363 representing 56 Sqn. Tony Iveson was a 617 Squadron Pilot 1944.........
The world's only airworthy Sea Hurricane Z7015, a Mk1b, belonging to the Shuttleworth Collection soars past the famous tree line at Old Warden airfield in Bedfordshire, UK. Both airframe and engine have been painstakingly restored to their former glory.
Item Code : DHM6170
Sea Hurricane by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
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Spirit of Lincoln by Robert Tomlin.
In a tribute to Lincoln Cathedral and to the Red Arrows, Lincoln Cathedral's fund-raising department commissioned this beautiful picture by Robert Tomlin to symbolise some of the most famous and outstanding features connected with this lovely city.
Item Code : DHM2721
Spirit of Lincoln by Robert Tomlin. - Editions Available
Mosquito - The Wooden Wonder of Salisbury Hall by Robert Tomlin. (AP)
On 15th May 1941, Geoffrey de Havilland Jnr, accompanied by Fred Plumb, lifts the third prototype Mosquito, the first night-fighter variant, from the unprepared fields of Salisbury Hall for the short flight to Hatfield. The Mosquito was probably the boldest private venture ever in the history of aviation and one of the most remarkable aircraft of all time. Conceived in secret in the stately home of Salisbury Hall in the great de Havilland tradition, the engineers and designers applied their genius of craftsmanship in wood to produce the war's most amazingly effective warplane. It had everything in one package. Faster than contemporary fighters, it could even carry more bombs than the Flying Fortress and roam the skies of Europe almost with impunity. The first prototype was assembled in the carefully disguised hangar at the side of the Hall, then dismantled for the short road journey to Hatfield, where it was quickly re-assembled and test flown. Such was the exciting potentia.........
