The new set of stamps features migratory birds to celebrate our bird visitors that explore the UK from spring into summer. One of Europe’s best-known bird artists, Irish ornithologist Killian Mullarney, was the illustrator behind the project. Mullarney has also had his work featured in the Collins Bird Guide as well as on …
Read More »Royal Mail April 2022 stamp set celebrates migratory birds with drawings by Collins Bird Guide artist Killian Mullarney
An exclusive set of stamps showcasing the migratory birds that come to the UK every spring and summer have been released by Royal Mail. Illustrated by renowned Irish ornithologist Killian Mullarney, one of Europe’s best known bird artists and whose work has been featured in the Collins Bird Guide, the …
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Read More »Royal Mail stamps new for spring and summer 2022- Check out the new collection
The new set of stamps features migratory birds to celebrate our bird visitors that explore the UK from spring into summer. One of Europe’s best-known bird artists, Irish ornithologist Killian Mullarney, was the illustrator behind the project. Mullarney has also had his work featured in the Collins Bird Guide as well as on …
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Read More »Royal Mail unveils new set of stamps showcasing migratory birds
Royal Mail has unveiled a new set of stamps depicting migratory birds, exploring the spring and summer bird visitors to the UK. The 10 featured birds have been illustrated for Royal Mail by Irish ornithologist Killian Mullarney, one of Europe’s best-known bird artists, whose work has featured in the Collins Bird …
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Read More »Royal Mail stamp special: A look at new migratory bird special stamp issue and where to ge
Royal Mail’s latest special edition stamps feature 10 drawings of migratory birds by Irish ornithologist Killian Mullarney, one of Europe’s best-known bird artists, whose work has been featured in the Collins Bird Guide and on stamps previously issued in the Republic of Ireland. The stamps pay homage to an array …
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