This is acrylic and measures 24"x30" on canvas. This is a story of a very prolific painter. She used a small empty house as her studio and painted day and night and literally filled the house with work...she moved the work to a friend's farmer's shed and asked him to market the work as he saw fit. A friend of a friend took me out to the farm. Entering this dark shed with well over 100 canvas pieces and reams and rolls and stacks of paper mixed media work was quite an amazing experience. Some of the larger pieces were 5' x 6' with all the same bold, bright, light and dark imagery which included dancing ladies and dancing cats and on and on. She was a student of transcendental meditation and as I said painted day and night. I liked this one and it was gifted to me as it had small damage. It isn't signed and to tell the truth I have forgotten her name...Carol......! When I moved here I lost track of many people so I don't know if there is more to this story or the work nor do I care much. I have hung this piece in four homes and it always feels right for me...I never get tired of it.
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What a great story! And the painting is eye catching. Can you imagine; just painting day and night? What a treasure you have here Mary Ann.
ReplyDeleteWhat a joyful painting and to know where it comes from and the story of someone liberated enough to just paint for the love.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely painting.
ReplyDeleteOn my wall in my last home, I had a picture of a little boys shoes that was painted by his mother. I can't wait to have a home again, with that man who owned those shoes, so I can hang it up again.
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I would love to walk into that house and shed. Just to feel the energy. I have my walls covered by paintings that I love and look at every day. Someday when you come to LA, we will plan a visit and you can see my Annie painting that I like so much.
ReplyDeleteOh, it's wonderful, Mary Ann! So lively and happy. I wouldn't tire of it either!
ReplyDeleteI love this fun painting MaryAnn. I'm also touched by the Anonymous posting. I will hold her up in my good thoughts - the sun always rises and each day can bring surprises...
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delightful painting and cheering to look at. Sounds like an amazing woman.
ReplyDeleteI can see why you like this painting. It has humor, hope and spirit.
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Leslie, I believe all our art stories are great...how we came about creating art is always an interesting story!
ReplyDeleteJanette, It is joyful, colors and the movement of those colors say so much.
Anonymous, I want that to happen for you and him! Keep us posted.
Pat, Isn't it wonderful to surround yourself with art that you love? How about showing us some next Wednesday!
ReplyDeleteWillow, Some art has a short life but this particular piece is livley to me!
Karen, Thank you it is a colorful piece and you are so right about every new day bringing yet new surprises.
Suki, Choosing art making is special and painting day and night must be a great experience.
ReplyDeleteJean, I like that, humor, hope and spirit! Now, that is a successful painting!
Mary Ann, this is such a wonderful painting! I can see why you've had it in 4 houses -
ReplyDeleteFascinating story and a truly fascinating painter!
ReplyDeleteGosh, not to mention the experience you had being able to see her body of work!
I can see this painting would be 'at home' in most any home; given the right spot.
This painting is full of joy. I loved the story too. Walking into that shed must have been such a fantastic experience. The photo of your son in the last post is excellent....all the different views...love it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous painting and what
ReplyDeletean amazing tale. I wonder how many sheds across this land are filled with the wonderful art of undiscovered artists.
What a Happy piece of amazing art.
ReplyDeletethis is a fabulous, spirited painting and I love it and can see why you were drawn to it.....it's too bad you don't know more about her but having the piece is certainly lovely! I adore the subject and use of color.
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What a fun painting... and I love the story of the artist... I agree that this is a treasure! roxanne
ReplyDeleteoh, i just love it! the colors and movement truly make it seem alive! what a wonderful way to make every one of your houses feel like home!
ReplyDeletefabulous piece, so full of energy! I think the animals look more like goats than cats but I love them anyway. I just love art that moves from home to home and fits like a glove.
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing!
Beautiful story! I love this painting. What a great post Mary Ann!
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