Clive Gardiner

His book illustrations at this time included plates for Pillars of Empire: Studies and Impressions (1918), Leaves in the Wind (1918) and Many Furrows (1924).

With the encouragement of Pierre Puvis de Chavannes he exhibited for several years at the Royal Academy and the New English Art Club.

[1] Turning to illustration, he provided artwork for books written by his father as well as taking up portrait painting and was involved in designing a series of large posters promoting British and Empire produce and places.

As a poster artist for Shell Petroleum he took part in the Modern Pictorial Advertising exhibition held at the New Burlington Galleries in London in 1931.

[8][9][10] During World War II Gardiner advised on the design and décor of the British Restaurants for the Ministry of Food.