G. Paddon Foster: Window‑Dresser, Designer, Scenic Artist
G. Paddon Foster: Window‑Dresser, Designer, Scenic Artist Early Life and Family Background George Paddon Foster , known professionally as G. Paddon Foster , was born in Swansea in 1911 , the son of William Foster and Kate Paddon . 1921 Census His early life is only lightly documented in official records, and the 1921 Census is the sole census return on which he appears. At that time, the Foster family were living at 86 Mansel Street, Swansea . George’s father, William , aged 41 and born in London, was employed as a Commission Agent , while his mother Kate , aged 35 , managed the household. Three children were present: George , aged 10 ; Mabel , aged 8 ; and Francis , aged 1 . Also staying with the family was a visitor, Margaret Rowlands , aged 58 . This census captures the family at a moment of stability before George’s later move into the world of commercial and theatrical design. Early Recognition in Commercial Art Western Mail October 1934 W. Grant Murray Western Mail October 193...
