Brüer Tidman (1939–2024) was a British painter renowned for his semi-abstract works that delved into human relationships and emotions. Born in Rackheath, Norwich, he moved to Great Yarmouth at an early age, where he spent most of his life. ​

Tidman began his artistic journey at Great Yarmouth College of Art, followed by studies at the Royal College of Art in London during the early 1960s, a period marked by the rise of pop art and artists like David Hockney. ​

Throughout his career, Tidman exhibited widely, including in London, Amsterdam, Zurich, Manchester, Cambridge, Finland, and Belgium. His works are held in several public collections, notably the Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery. ​

Tidman's art often explored themes such as the artist and model, the nude, and mother and child, employing masterful techniques with layered pigments and diverse paint types. A significant series of his work focused on circus performers, inspired by his observations at the Hippodrome Circus in Great Yarmouth. ​

As a member of the "Yarmouth Five," a group of Great Yarmouth artists, Tidman contributed to the local art scene alongside peers like Katarzyna Coleman, Bridget Heriz, John Kiki, and Emrys Parry. ​

Brüer Tidman passed away in September 2024, leaving behind a legacy of art that continues to resonate with audiences.​