Rickman's fondness and interest in birds led to him briefly studying in Paris before returning to London to study under George Edward Lodge at his studio in Kensington, London.

They became great friends and through Lodge, Rickman came to know Thorburn.
There was little doubt that Rickman's paintings bore the influence of Thorburn in both accuracy and shades of colour, particularly his game birds and wildfowl.

In 1920 he held his first exhibition in the Greatorex Gallery in Bond Street, London. After this his talents were recognised by the "Field" and many other sporting publications.

He later exhibited through Embletons and the Tryon Gallery. He illustrated and published many books and has always enjoyed a keen following.

Philip Rickman Pictures on this web site
Chilbolton Down - The Evening Feed By Phillip Rickman Picture size: (33.5cm x 24.5cm) Medium: Watercolour Signed Price: £350	Maned Geese By Philip Rickman Picture size:34cms x 22cms Medium: Watercolour Signed by artist Price: £300