Photographer – Charlie Warner
Born in Vancouver on June 16, 1929 Charlie Warner became a newspaper photographer for the Vancouver Sun in 1948. On assignment during the 1954 British Empire and Commonwealth Games, he stood on the sidelines that memorable day hoping for a good angle as Bannister and Landy raced around the track. At the crucial moment when Landy looked back, Charlie snapped a photo that would win him international acclaim for “best sports action picture” of 1954. A few years later he was promoted to the post of chief colour and black & white photographer at the Vancouver Sun.
”There were hoards of photographers at the finish line hoping to get ‘the shot.’ I was convinced that the place to be was on the final turn.”
Artist – Frank Crymble
Born in Edmonton on September 26, 1959, Frank Crymble comes from a family with prominent artistic qualifications. Specializing in anatomy, Frank holds a degree in medical illustration from the University of Toronto. He worked as a full time medical illustrator for 5 years at the University of British Columbia. Such background explains his impeccable attention to detail. Combined with his deep passion for sports, he is the artist of choice for figures in action.
“There is no doubt the Bannister / Landy image is a strong one; one that truly depicts the tradition of true sportsmanship. However, it also serves as a focal point for what the Commonwealth Games (a.k.a. “the friendly games”) are all about. Few will take medals … all will take memories.”
Photographer – Charlie Warner
Born in Vancouver on June 16, 1929 Charlie Warner became a newspaper photographer for the Vancouver Sun in 1948. On assignment during the 1954 British Empire and Commonwealth Games, he stood on the sidelines that memorable day hoping for a good angle as Bannister and Landy raced around the track. At the crucial moment when Landy looked back, Charlie snapped a photo that would win him international acclaim for “best sports action picture” of 1954. A few years later he was promoted to the post of chief colour and black & white photographer at the Vancouver Sun.
”There were hoards of photographers at the finish line hoping to get ‘the shot.’ I was convinced that the place to be was on the final turn.”
Artist – Frank Crymble
Born in Edmonton on September 26, 1959, Frank Crymble comes from a family with prominent artistic qualifications. Specializing in anatomy, Frank holds a degree in medical illustration from the University of Toronto. He worked as a full time medical illustrator for 5 years at the University of British Columbia. Such background explains his impeccable attention to detail. Combined with his deep passion for sports, he is the artist of choice for figures in action.
“There is no doubt the Bannister / Landy image is a strong one; one that truly depicts the tradition of true sportsmanship. However, it also serves as a focal point for what the Commonwealth Games (a.k.a. “the friendly games”) are all about. Few will take medals … all will take memories.”
