John Taylor Allerston: Bridlington’s Coastal Chronicler John Taylor Allerston (1828-1914) wasn't merely a British watercolorist; he was, in essence, the visual recorder of a specific corner of England – the rugged coastline and vibrant harbors of East Yorkshire, particularly around Bridlington. Born into a draper’s family in Old Town, Bridlington, his early life seemed destined for a conventional trade, yet a youthful fascination with drawing, often leading to reprimands at school, ignited a lifelong passion that would ultimately define his artistic legacy. This unexpected trajectory—from ap…