In 1826 he was able to execute works of his own invention , and give expression to the grand projects which his poetical mind conceived .
Up to about twenty years of age , Forde was principally engaged on works of a decorative character painted in distemper .
In 1826 Forde was able to execute works of Forde 's own invention , and give expression to the grand projects which his poetical mind conceived .
Up to about twenty years of age , Forde was principally engaged on works of a decorative character painted in distemper .