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EXHIBITION THROUGH APRIL 15, 2023
Buffalo Soliders Revisited: Bob Snead
An artist, cartoonist, actor & decorated military veteran aviator
EXHIBITION FEBRUARY 23, 2023 – DECEMBER 21, 2023
Stories from the Vault
A curation of works from our permanent collection highlighting recent acquisitions and the stories they tell.
CONCERT FEBRUARY 11, 2023 | LIVE MUSIC @LMFA
The Arcadian Wild Doors open @ 6:30.
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EXHIBITION MARCH 18 – MAY 23, 2023
63RD Student Invitational
Featuring works of high school students from 18 area schools in a variety of categories.
Opening Reception March 19, 2023 – 3:00pm to 5:00pm
EVENT APRIL 6 | JULY 6 | OCTOBER 5 | 5-8PM
Artwalk Longview
SPRING, SUMMER, & FALL
A FREE, self-guided tour of downtown businesses exhibiting and selling art. Musicians and other performance arts abound.
EXHIBITION MAY 25 – AUGUST 26, 2023
BLOOM!
Organized by the R.W. Norton Art Gallery
Opening May 25th 5:30pm to 7:00pm
EDUCATION JUNE 5 – JULY 28, 2023
Summer Art Classes
Annual LMFA art classes open to all skill levels and ages.
EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY
Led by Carlyn Short from noon to 1pm in the gallery. FREE to members and only $5 for non-members.
EVERY SECOND TUESDAY
Meets at 5:30pm in the LMFA Texas Bank and Trust Lecture Hall.
EVERY THIRD MONDAY
Meets from 5:30pm – 7:00pm. Free to members, $10.00 for nonmembers. All supplies provided.
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EXHIBITION SEPTEMBER 7 – DECEMBER 20, 2023
Robert Langham III – Twisters
Opening Reception September 7, 2023 – 5:30pm to 7:00pm
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John Sloan
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Devin Tramel
Nic Trent
Jessica Waldron
Sue Wilson
Dorothy Womack
Jane Akins
Kelly Belt
Linda Buie
B.W. Crain IV
Dan Droege
Carolyn Fox-Hearne
John Hillier
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & CURATOR OF EXHIBITIONS
Tiffany Nolan Jehorek
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Barbara Scott
CURATOR OF COLLECTIONS & PREPARATOR
Derek Frazier
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Stacy Gray Odom
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Sharon Boles
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Hello LMFA Members, Patrons, and Visitors! Welcome to LMFA’s fourth magazine to roll off the presses.
The Museum Team hopes this publication will not only keep you in the know when it comes to museum exhibitions and events, but we hope you might also be inspired and maybe even learn a little something about art that will enrich your everyday life.
In this edition, you will find articles and information on the art of the conversation, art around town, the summer art schedule, and a crossword puzzle of art terms. You will also hear from Texas art collectors and what drew them to collecting art.
You will see images of our year in review and learn about the 2023 exhibition schedule, which includes a little something for everyone: Buffalo Soldiers: Bob Snead’s History on Canvas Revisited, BLOOM!, 63rd STUDENT INVITATIONAL, and Stories from the Vault - Selections from our Permanent Collection! So, come see us at 215 E. Tyler Street.
Artfully Yours, Tiffany Jehorek Executive Director and Curator of Exhibitions lmfadirector@lmfa.org
Ellie Taylor: A Lifetime of Painting opening reception
Fabulous LMFA Summer Art student art work.
Towards a 21st Century Abstraction opening reception
Magic & Mayhem 2022
Artist Connie Connally at the Towards a 21st Century Abstraction opening reception
Holiday Tea Room Luncheon volunteers
Transformation in the Wild World of Mark Nesmith: A Retrospective opening reception
Artist Mark Nesmith speaking at the opening reception for his exhibition at LMFA
Murder on the Orient Express: Magic and Mayhem 2022 promotional photo by Lindsay Steele Photography
ON DISPLAY MARCH 18 - MAY 23, 2023
Featuring works from high school students from over 18 different schools in East Texas in a variety of mediums and categories. The student invitational is a juried invitational with monetary awards are given to the top three winners in all categories.
MAY 25 – AUGUST 26, 2023
Coinciding with spring and nature’s time of renewal and blossoming, things are coming to life! BLOOM! is an annual juried art exhibition orchestrated by R.W. Norton Art Gallery, in Shreveport, Louisiana where submitting artists are challenged with the task of creating art that represents the theme of Bloom(ing). LMFA is excited to be given the opportunity to host this exhibition.
Works of art in the exhibition feature a wide variety of mediums, color and (artists’) interpretations of the concept of BLOOM. Fifty works were chosen for the juried show from 350 pieces submitted by artists across 21 states and 15 counties. From traditional flower subjects to landscapes to individuals blooming, the exhibition is fun, funky, thought provoking and inspiring.
To all our sponsors and guests. We raised more than $200,000 to go towards our annual operating fund. See page 32 for a list of our sponsors.
SAVE THE DATE FOR NEXT YEAR’S EVENT:
10/14/23
Many may be wondering what has happened to the mosaic tiles on Fredonia. In planning for the renovation and restoration of the new building at 213 E. Fredonia, we became aware that the mosaic tiles installed on the front of the building were loose and would not withstand the construction scheduled for the front garden area. If not removed beforehand, many of the tiles would fall off or be broken during construction. Our waterproofing consultant also informed us that due to the way the tiles were originally installed they were contributing to some of our interior water issues.
Due to these factors and wanting to preserve the mosaic tiles created by the Longview High School and Pine Tree High School, the mosaic tiles are being moved to the back of the building where they will be the distinctive art feature. The tiles will also be the first and last thing visitors see when entering and exiting the Porte Cochère Park from Bank Alley Drive. Gregg County plans are in effect to give the alley and lighting a face-lift once the parking garage adjacent to LMFA’s building is completed. Moving art to the side of the building that faces Bank Alley Drive is LMFA’s way of contributing to the start of those efforts. Beautification plans are combined efforts of Gregg County, SWEPCO & Downtown Mainstreet.
November 11, 2022 - April 15, 2023
George Robert ‘Bob’ Snead was a modern-day renaissance man. Snead was a highly decorated war hero, accomplished artist, stage actor, entrepreneur, and a noted historian. LMFA is honored to share Bob Snead’s work in History on Canvas - Buffalo Soldier Revisited. While serving over 30 years as a pilot in the U.S. Army, Snead began painting and sketching what would later become his most notable art subject, the Buffalo Soldiers. Snead was fascinated by the all-black 9th and 10th Calvary of the U.S. Army, respectfully dubbed the Buffalo Soldiers by the Native Americans, due to their dark curly hair and fierce strength in battle which resembled the Indian’s sacred buffalo.
The Buffalo Soldiers were crucial in supporting the nation's westward expansion, protection of frontier settlers, building roads and infrastructures military campaigns during the decades-long Indian Wars.
Realizing that this influential part of the African American’s contribution to American history was not well known, Snead began to paint the picture of the Buffalo Soldier’s history, quite literally to share with others. Snead's interest and research led to the development of his influential body of work, entitled "100 Years Ago: The Buffalo Soldier Revisited." The then 167-piece collection toured the world several times over with numerous original pieces from the exhibit now hanging in private collections throughout the country and in the Texas Governor’s Mansion. Each subject captured in Snead’s paintings or sketches was meticulously researched for accuracy and understanding. Thus, each landscape, event and individual portrayed are brought to life by Snead’s hand through expressions and brushstrokes on canvas. Come experience for yourself the history of the Buffalo Soldier up-close and learn more about the impassioned and talented artist Bob Snead on exhibition now through April 15, 2023.
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10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor: Hope Jehorek
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Instructor: Misti Scaggs
In this class, students will explore the wonder of Impressionism through the study of artists such as Van Gogh, Monet, Cassatt, and Morisot. Students study this style of painting and create masterpieces in this iconic style.
JUNE 19-22
Animal Art
10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor: Audrey Menadier
Let’s Folk About It!
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Instructor: Misti Scaggs
In this class, students will study the different aspects of folk art. Landscapes by David Hockney, Cubist Landscapes, the illustrations of Lisa Congdan, and Roualt Still Life will all be introduced to students. Some will be paintings, some will be mixed media, but all will be fun!
Watercolor Painting
5:30pm - 7:30 pm
Jeannie Davis
10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor: Susie Brookshire
Artists will explore painting techniques that include 3D elements such as small rocks, gravel, shells and various trinkets to add dimension to their work. Students will paint on canvas and board, and should have 3-4 finished works at the close of the week.
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Instructor: Susie Brookshire
Artists will add extreme texture to their painting surface, to build up the 2D surface, prior to painting. Artists will then incorporate found or discarded objects into their compositions in an unconventional manner, adding a 3D element to the mixed media work. Artists will be working on 3-4 works simultaneously because paintings will need drying time between layers.
JUNE 12-15
Watercolor, Collage and Drawing
10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor: TBD
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Instructor: Misti Scaggs
In this class, students will explore the world of sculpture with alternative mediums. Mixed media will be the art form of choice during this class. Students will make a container, mixed media painting, and a textured painting. These will be projects easily translated from the classroom to home!
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Instructor: Mark Nesmith
Acrylic Painting
10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor: Natasha Raibon-Sheppard
Untitled
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Instructor: Natasha Raibon-Sheppard
Adult Painting
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Instructor: Mark Nesmith
Untitled
10:00am -12:00pm
Instructor: Jessica Riggs
Untitled
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Instructor: Jessica Riggs
5:30pm - 7:30 pm
Instructor: Jeannie Davis
10:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor: Natasha Raibon-Sheppard
Ceramics
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Instructor: Natasha Raibon-Sheppard
We are excited to announce that artist, Mark Nesmith will be our resident artist for the summer and overseeing our summer art program. Stop by to say hello to him this summer or to watch him paint.
CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Hospital & LMFA join forces to bring the arts where most visitors are seeking hope and healing. The Healing Garden Art Museum in CHRISTUS’ newly renovated space near the Healing Garden was unveiled December 13, 2022.
The exhibition features 30 selections from LMFA’s permanent collection. The exhibition was intentionally pieced together with a theme of colorful, eclectic and whimsical art that will make visitors feel joyous and comfortable. The collaboration will bring the beauty and healing effects of art to the community and CHRISTUS hospital visitors.
“We recognize the value of art and the impact it can have on those in our care,” said Todd Hancock, CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Health System president and CEO. “We are thrilled that we can partner with the Longview Museum of Fine Arts to provide these great displays.”
Research has shown that artwork in medical facilities can have positive impacts on both patients and caregivers, reducing levels of depression by up to 32%.
The founding exhibition will be on display through June 2023 in the hallway near The Healing Garden (South Entrance). Each exhibition of art on loan from LMFA will be rotated every six months.
As an artist and art educator, the summertime is my time in the studio or in the kitchen. This is the short season when I slather and sling paint, write from my gut, can jam, and bake bread. This is my time to muse and make for myself.
But last summer, nearly every day that I set aside to sit and create in the studio, I experienced an unexpected interruption from a person in need… and it drove me CRAZY! I spend nine months of my year giving to students in need; I rarely get the time during the school year to set aside life and enjoy respiration from inspiration, morning to night, being in my studio and breathing through my fingertips.
In my selfish frustration, however, I am struck with a hard truth regarding my artwork and my artistic process: I am an interdisciplinary artist. As such, life, to me, doesn’t emulate art; it is art. For me, product and process are knit together with the fibers of living. From the secret spiritual space of sanctuary where the core
of my being and be-ing begins, to the space where relationship and fellowship Divinely dances around and through me, overflowing to all other living connections in my life and recorded in my visual studies. In other words, it is as vital for me to be with the Divine and in community with others as it is to make art about it.
The painting of cups full of coffee or tea are celebratory images that are as important as the communal moment that it commemorates. The breaking of bread together with loved ones is as essential to human essence.
What good is the celebration and fellowship if it is only on my time and on my terms? Why would I want to be making and painting bread without baking and breaking bread?
So, if I feel so strongly about the sensual experience of art and the art of the get-together, the recurrent creation of community and the visual art that commemorates and advocates this experience, it would stand to reason that these “intrusions” of my summertime studio days are not intrusive at all! They are, rather, invitations for others to participate in the art of life!
What an awakening! What good is the celebration and fellowship if it is only on my time and on my terms? Why would I want to be making and painting bread
without baking and breaking bread? What sort of artistic imposter am I that wants my art to inspire feelings of connection in others when all I want to do is ignore the togetherness opportunities so that I can be alone to create and advocate for the get-together?
Please don’t misunderstand me: alone-ness with The Divine is important… imperative. But when I chronically grumble at the blatant voice of the Holy Spirit telling me, “here is your chance to serve, Mandy. Here you will not just art about it; you can be about it,” then I know within my heart of hearts that this service is part of my artistic process. Oscar Wilde who said, “life imitates art far more than art imitates life.”
A dear friend once told me that my artwork and creative practice was like a bunch of local farm wives being invited to my kitchen. I thanked her because I knew that she was paying me a sweet compliment. At the time I didn’t fully understand what she meant. She was telling me that my tender paintings with my sweet baked offerings made her feel like she was home. She was one of the farm wives to pull up a chair to my proverbial table and join the love-feast. This is the art of life, the art of the get-together.
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ON DISPLAY FEBRUARY 23, 2023 – DECEMBER 21, 2023
With more than 1,200 works of art in the LMFA’s Permanent Collection, there is no shortage of stories to tell. The exhibition includes original works by members of American art royalty like Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, Christo and Robert Rauschenburg. Of course, LMFA will also do what it does best — showcase Texas Art ranging from the early twentieth century to contemporary work. Art by Otis Dozier, Seymour Fogel, Morton Rachofsky, Ed and Linda Blackburn, and Mark Nesmith represents nearly 100 years of Texas creativity.
Ed Blackburn is one of the most interesting Texas artists for his fascination with Biblical art to Pop Art. Fun fact, Blackburn taught artist Mark Nesmith another artist whose work is on display in this exhibition. Mark was a student at the University of North Texas where Blackburn was a professor. Nesmith was one of our featured solo artists in 2022. In addition to being an artist, Nesmith is a middle school art teacher, musician, and singer.
historic 1976 Bicentennial ‘suite of thirteen prints’ featured in this exhibition.
Charles Umlauf primarily an abstract artist, experimented with industrial materials and processes. Legend has it that the sculpture (inset) is of Farrah Fawcett, his former student at UT Austin. Umlauf taught alongside artist Seymour Fogel at UT Austin in the 1950’s. Artist, Fogel’s influential style cannot be summed up easily, as he also was experimental in material and techniques. A New York insider, Fogel taught at UT Austin during the time Ed Blackburn attended UT.
Chris Mars is a surrealist artist who paints scenes based on his family’s struggles with his brother’s schizophrenia. A multi-talented artist, Mars may be best known as the drummer for The Replacements. Mars is not the only musician in this exhibition. He is joined by Mark Nesmith and artist, Robert Andrew Parker, a performing musician as the drummer in Jive by Five jazz band. Parker is one of the artists in the
Untitled (Yellow and Black Form), Seymour Fogel, Mixed media, 1968 - 1973
Tares and Wheat, Ed Blackburn, Oil, 1976
Preparing to Vanish, Chris Mars, Oil on panel, 2004
Torso, Charles Umlauf, Gilt bronze, 1965
Sunrise from America: The Third Century, Robert Andrew Parker, Lithograph 1975
Have you ever thought about collecting art, but didn't know where to start? Over the past year, LMFA has come to know three different art collectors from the Dallas/Fort Worth area and we asked them their thoughts on collecting.
How did you start collecting and what made you collect Texas art? I started collecting American impressionists but when I came across early Texas modernists I was hooked. I have always connected with paintings and collecting has become a passion. What book do you recommend and why? Intimate Modernism: Fort Worth Circle Artists in the 1940s. Fully illustrated and very well written essays about every one of the Fort Worth School artists. I got to know each of the artists by seeing multiple examples of their art.
Who is your favorite artist and why? George Grammer! He was born and raised in Fort Worth and was part of the Fort Worth School. I felt a connection with him because I lived in Fort Worth. I loved his modernist style of painting and each one of the paintings that I have by him speaks to me in a unique way! I had the privilege of getting to know him and visit his studio which was a special treat!
we had to focus, no haphazard buying without a theme or goal. We took a few trips to New York and became thoroughly confused and frankly intimidated by the gallery scene in Manhattan.
We finally were able to focus and find our theme after receiving the Heritage Auctions first Texas Art catalog in the mail. Attending Heritage Auction, we were impressed with the diversity of Texas Art. We met a few other collectors, joined TACO (Texas Art Collectors Organization) a Dallas area collectors’ group and jumped in.
Our collection is focused on artists from the 1930s-1960s and includes a heavy emphasis on regionalism and modernism, seemingly a strange juxtaposition. But, thankfully my wife is an expert at hanging and decorating so it works.
Who is your favorite artist and why? Our favorite artist is probably Everett Spruce. His work was so excellent across his entire career, and he is represented in major museums across the U.S. including the Whitney in New York.
Be sure and look for an upcoming book to be published by Texas A&M Press coming out next fall. Making the Unknown Known: Women in Early Texas Art 1860-1960. I was fortunate to have a small role as co-image editor.
How did you start collecting and what made you collect Texas art? When my wife and I decided to begin an art collection in 2007 we knew enough to know that
How did you start collecting and what made you collect Texas art? When I first encountered the visage of Early Texas as Art at a gallery in San Antonio, I immediately realized that the richness of what I encountered must be the product of a cultural explosion. It was too “dimensional and complex” to be the product of fanciful delight and casual interests. There must be a catalyst — a shared objective.
My first investigations were to talk with major gallery owners such as Charles Morin, who is recognized as a specialist in Texas Art. A recurring theme of these conversations was the Edgar B. Davis Wild Flower Competition (1927, 28, and 29).
What book do you recommend and why? My first book was by William Reaves, Jr.,Texas Art and a Wildcatter’s Dream . This important publication establishes the Davis Competition as the moment in history when Texas Art consolidated into a cultural force that laid the foundation for what it is today and the institutions that curate it. The financial resources of Edgar B. Davis, the cultural influence of Ethel Tunstall Drought (a patron in every sense of the term with Texas’ only truly “international city” at that time, San Antonio, at her command), in combination with the powerful talent/ influence of personalities like Emma Cherry, Julian Onderdonk, Dawson Watson, etc., conspired to create this “magical” and historic event.
However, the foundation established by "The Davis Competition" is only the beginning. The building upon it is best described in, Midcentury Modern Art in Texas This extremely well written work by Katie Robinson Edwards makes visible the extending influence of the Davis, over time and into our current experience. A complete picture is Texas Art, it’s consolidation and it’s evolution is well explained through these books. And finally, The Art of Texas: 250 Years by Ron Tyler gives the complete picture of Texas art, its consolidation and its evolution.
Who is your favorite artist and why? This is a difficult question as there are so many. The basis of selecting favorite can vary from liking to influential. On the basis
of liking, Julian Onderdonk is my favorite because of the "atmospheric" power his work renders. Through the context of that atmosphere, the viewer becomes a solitary onlooker standing in the landscape. It is this feeling of "solitary-ness" that makes the scale palpable. The best example is his bluebonnet landscapes with his distinct cobalt blue, echoed in the sky. Few artists in history have accomplished this, among those few is Claude Monet and his waterlilies.
If I were to employ “influential” as my criteria for favorite, I would choose Everett Gee Jackson. His early departure from Impressionism, having been influenced by Diego Rivera and the images associated with the Peasant Movement in Mexico. Here, Mr. Jackson employed more simplistic imagery, flatter, more geometric, severe — wherein the shapes composing the total visage have a compositional integrity that is much more sophisticated. The result is a distinct elegance — a pristine presentation. Mr. Jackson, in turn, set a foundation associated with Regionalism, perhaps one of the most powerful artistic movements in our state.
Untitled Country Road, by Everett Gee Jackson, oil on canvas
Jana Johansen LMFA Volunteer
"I never knew how much I loved art until I came to LMFA," says front desk volunteer, Jana Johansen. Jana is often heard sharing this sentiment when she greets museum visitors. Jana loves being part of the museum team - working with staff and directors; meeting and talking with members and guests and bringing new members to the museum.
Since October of 2016, Jana has served as one of LMFA's key front desk volunteers making members and guests feel welcome. Now, she not only greets and assists members, guests and artists with their questions weekly, but she also tracks vital information needed for our grant applications and assists with our magazine and invitation mailouts. In 2020, LMFA awarded Jana with LMFA's Volunteer of the Year Award.
Jana has lived in Longview for 30 years but considers herself a native of Utah. When not assisting LMFA, Jana enjoys traveling, reading, working out, spending time with family, organizing and decorating.
LMFA awarded Jaylynn the Guild Member of the Year in 2020. Jaylynn says she loves hearing people say, "I didn't know Longview had such a wonderful museum!" She herself says, "LMFA is a really special and impressive place for East Texas." As a member of the LMFA's Guild for 12 years and 2nd Vice President for 10 of those years, she has heard this statement expressed often.
Jaylynn has worked tirelessly with the Guild to support the museum's needs. She is an integral part of the happenings at the museum and can be seen at exhibit openings, ArtWalks, the Holiday Tea Room and Market and other museum events. Jaylynn is actively involved in the year-round planning and organizing of the Holiday Tea Room and we are so grateful for her dedication.
Jaylynn, a longtime Pampered Chef consultant, enjoys kayaking on Caddo with husband Kevin, working out, kickboxing and pickleball! In fact, she and Kevin are champion pickleballers in their division. She is also active in her church and the food bank.
For 40 years, she has called Longview home and now considers herself a true Texan! Her favorite times are with her son, Trey, and daughter, Kinsey, and their families. Particularly, Jack, her 3-year-old grandson who is "handsome, smart, a singer and loves his 'Mama J'".
Explore the world of sculpting clay. Meet new friends, take some time for yourself and tap into your creative spirit. No prior clay experience is required, and all supplies are provided for participants. Clay club meets every 3rd Monday from 5:30 to 7:00pm. Entry fee is $10.00 per gathering for non-members and free for members.
Club members Jamie Sharp, Denise Howell, Christine Chandler, and Gay Gilbert look forward to meeting you and making your experience rewarding. Contact Gay Gilbert for membership options that will save you money and allow you to participate in this and other great events at LMFA 903-753-8103.
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one of the most intellectually enlightened cities in the world at that time. He painted eighteen paintings and abruptly returned to France.
I have lived in East Texas for twenty-one years. To me, life behind the Piney Curtain feels more like Louisiana than Houston, Fort Worth, or West Texas, and I think it’s interesting that a French Impressionist superstar once stayed in a city that I enjoy visiting myself.
In October 1872, Edgar Degas (Day-gah) arrived in New Orleans. The Frenchman wanted to visit with his mother’s family and maybe get a little work done while he was there. He stayed for six months, eventually getting bored with life in the Reconstruction-era South — he was, after all, born and raised in Paris, which was
Two years later, he would earn the reputation of being a serious artist. He was a little older than his contemporaries, and remained aloof from the harddrinking, promiscuous, artistic set who prowled the Left Bank of the River Seine. He preferred to work indoors from his imagination or sketches he made in the corridors of the Louvre. He thought of himself as a classical painter, but his choice of subject matter, usually ballet dancers, horses, and scenes from everyday life, made him welcome in the blossoming Impressionist circle.
On a slender plinth in the VeraBank lobby is a small, bronze statue of a girl seated on the ground, looking upward with a slight smile on her face. This is Reverie by Philippe Faraut, made around 2000.
Like Degas, Faraut is French, and without a doubt would have
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"Little Dancer of Fourteen Years" Edgar Degas, 1878
"Reverie" Philippe Faraut, 2000
Today, Degas’s serious demeanor and accessible subject matter make him an excellent choice as a fine art influencer in East Texas; he fits with our aesthetic, and although the LMFA doesn’t hold any of his work in its collections, his influence on our Art Around Town is easy to find.
been familiar with Little Dancer of Fourteen Years (1878), Degas’s most famous three-dimensional artwork. It was originally done in wax but was cast in bronze after Degas’s death. Looking at both men’s work, the similarity is striking.
In the mid-to late-1900s, France had greatly expanded trade routes with Eastern Asia. Paris was smitten with Eastern cultures, especially Japan. The Impressionists took inspiration from Japanese art and subject matter. The interest in all things East was so prominent that it was given a name — Japonisme.
These days, some artists have tried to turn the tables, and the LMFA is fortunate enough to have two examples by the Japanese American artist, Koya Abe, that are on display at Arts!Longview Cultural Center. In Secret of the Fan (2000), Koya reproduces Degas’s Dance Class at the Opera (1872) and adds two images of Japanese Kabuki dancers who are being critiqued, effectively highlighting how Asian culture was objectified (and might still be). Then, in Beyond Culture (2000), Koya does the opposite, placing Degas’s ballet dancers on stage for the pleasure of the Japanese audience. The figures are taken from two Degas paintings, Dancers on the Stage (1876-77) and The Rehearsal of the Ballet on Stage (1874). Smart work, for a smart, deserving East Texas audience.
Secret of the Fan, Koya Abe, 2000
Thank you, Robin and Janet McCaffrey! Robin and Janet began collecting Texas art in the 1980s. They recently moved and were downsizing. The couple found they wanted to share some of their beautiful collection of mostly Texas regional artist paintings with a museum. LMFA is excited to be that museum and add 14 works to our permanent collection.
The majority of the works were painted between the 1940s-1960s by women artists. Most art museums lack women artists in their collections from this early period of Texas art and LMFA was no different. To say we are over the moon is an understatement. For more on the McCaffreys see Collector's Corner questions and answers on page 18.
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3. Pigments ground in water and mixed with gum to form opaque watercolor
7. Use of opposites near or beside one another
9. The arrangement of forms in a work of art
11. The name of a color - red, blue, yellow, etc
12. Period of European history at the close of the Middle Ages
15. A painting created using only one color or hue
16. Principle of design concerned with difference or contrast
Down
1. A method of etching that imitates the broad washes of a watercolor
2. Principle of design concerned with the size relationships of one part to the whole and one part to another
4. Light values of a color
5. The specific material used by an artist, such as oil and brush.
6. Unit repeated in visual rhythm.
8. Refers to the way things feel or look as though they might feel if they were touched
10. Brightness of a color
13. The dark values of a color
14. These shapes are not regular or even
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