Georgia O'Keeffe

She was the 1st woman to receive a retrospective at the Museum of Modern Art, New York She was also a daughter of a dairy farmers. . . Georgia Totto O'Keeffe (Nov 15, 1887 – Mar 6, 1986) was an American modernist artist. O'Keeffe has been called the "Mo

She was the 1st woman to receive a retrospective at the Museum of Modern Art, New York She was also a daughter of a dairy farmers. . . Georgia Totto O’Keeffe (Nov 15, 1887 – Mar 6, 1986) was an American modernist artist. O’Keeffe has been called the “Mother of American modernism”. via Wiki Georgia O’Keeffe, 1953 by Laura Gilpin Georgia O’Keeffe (1887-1986)Horn and Feather, painted in 1937.Oil…

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Winter Blossoms (#Nature #Poetry #GraphicArts #ArtistTribute)

Phil Gennuso Arts Blossoms from Georgia’s dreams,float by my icy windowson this wintry morning, They bring warmth to my day,and joy to my heart! ************************ #Georgia O’Keeffe #Flowers

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Denver Art Museum: Georgia O' Keeffe, Photographer Exhibit

Denver Art Museum: Georgia O’ Keeffe, Photographer Exhibit

Known mostly for her paintings of flowers, Georgia O’ Keeffe also took up the medium of photography in her later years. With no prior knowledge of taking pictures and two cameras in hand, she spent 30 years practicing with her good friend, Alfred Stieglitz. O’ Keeffe used the backdrop of her home in New Mexico and the surrounding rugged environment. Besides the landscapes on view, there were…

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Capturing The Moment -- Yellow Cactus Flower

Capturing The Moment — Yellow Cactus Flower

“Yellow Cactus Flower” — Image by kenne Flowers are not meant to last forever, so we cherish the moments. Most cactus flowers last only a day leaving behind beautiful memories for those fortunate to gaze  upon them in the early morning sun while others share the moment painting what they see. Georgia O’Keeffe, Yellow Cactus Flower, 1929 — kenne

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Arnold Newman - Portraits

Building Icons: Arnold Newman’s Magazine World, 1938-2000 – on now at the Art Gallery of Ontario – features the work of the acclaimed American photographer known for his compelling portraits of artists such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Henry Moore, and Pablo Picasso alongside many renowned composers, actors, political figures of the post WW II era. The exhibition also includes Newman’s documentary…

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Grief Crows

The last of the wildflowershas faded, the air is pregnant           with the first breath of falling          leaves, and long grass is meshed with violet splashes, commonknapweed on common ground.           A glance overhead reveals          something flapping, a black glove or a hand, waving, first oneand then another, keeping close,           mime artists skittering – crows         …

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Open Box - Flower Quotation of the Day by Georgia O’Keeffe

View more flower quotations Thank you for your visit and sharing your time with me Enjoy your day My Friend goffjamesart.wordpress.com Art Music Photography Poetry Quotations

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Beyond the wine, raise your glass to adventure in the Santa Ynez Valley

A destination that has long been celebrated for its world-class wine and vineyards, not to mention a revered culinary scene that counts six Michelin-rated restaurants among its ranks, the Santa Ynez Valley is also home to a surprisingly diverse lineup of other attractions, activities, and pastimes that appeal to every kind of traveler. While wine remains a driving force behind any time spent in…

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🏜️O’Keeffe Inspired

My mother, Theresa Haight introduced me to Georgia O’Keeffe and kept a coffee table book of her art for us to enjoy on the table in front of the couch. Being a fan has been in the family for a couple of generations. O’Keeffe signifies power over loss resulting from aging or from gender expectations and barriers and she was passionately committed to painting, an activity all women could engage in,…

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Meet you at the Met

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Made in America 1900-1930

Made in America 1900-1930

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Letter from Frida Kahlo to Georgia O'Keeffe, Detroit, 1933

In 1933 Frida Kahlo is 26yo and Georgia O’Keeffe is 46yo. This letter was apparently written after Kahlo found out about O’Keeffe’s nervous breakdown Georgia, Was wonderful to hear your voice again. Every day since I called you and many times before months ago I wanted to write you a letter. I wrote you many, but every one seemed more stupid and empty and I torn them up. I can’t write in English…

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Flowers For Georgia #Flowers #Haiku #GraphicArts #TwoForTuesday

Artwork by Phil Gennuso Arts Scattered starlightflowers from SpringGeorgia’s spirit lives on ***************************************** A simple tribute to Georgia O’Keeffe, one of my favorite American artists of the 20th century! Flowers, of course were one of her favorite subjects to paint, so I thought this work would be appropriate.

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PPAC #59: A Quick Trip to San Francisco

PPAC #59: A Quick Trip to San Francisco

LAST WEEK’S FABULOUS BLOGGERS Last week for PPAC #57, I had fun responses from all of you. With all the other challenges, even public and street art, I thank all the bloggers who participate in the Photographing Public Art Challenge. Please honor these bloggers with your visits this week. BRASHLEY PHOTOGRAPHYFENLAND PHIL’S FACEBOOK FINDEAT, PLAY, LIVEGERIATRI’X’ FOTOGALLERYLIN’S DOODLESMAMA…

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Cactus Blossom Art

Cactus Blossom Art by kenne I feel that a real living form is the natural resultof the individual’s effort to create the living thingout of the adventure of his spirit into the unknown— where it has experienced something — felt something —it has not understood — and from that experiencecomes the desire to make the unknown — known — Making the unknown — known — in terms of one’s mediumis all…

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Sip & Painting For the Cause!

Sip & Painting For the Cause!

Poise, Painting, & Protecting Abortion Rights Last night Locals & supporters alike all gathered for a drink at the Hill Prince Bar, on H Street where sponsors hosted a private Sip & Paint. The purpose was fundraising for Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan DC, in effort to protect abortion rights. Tickets included your cocktail drink, all your art supplies, and light refreshments. There was also…

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