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The Art of Nellie Mae Rowe : NinetyNine and a Half Won't Do,Used
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For Nellie Mae Rowe (19001982) the old Southern world of shotgun houses, small churches, flowers, trees, and farm animals shined in her drawings, paintings, and sculpture. A selftaught artist from rural Georgia, she began creating when she was alone after the death of her second husband in 1948. From then until her death, her dreams and memories salved her loneliness with images of a bygone day, and these she made into art.The Art of Nellie Mae Rowe is the most substantial gathering of her work to date. Here eighty full color and ten black and white images display the artist's extraordinary intuitive color sense and the vibrancy and variety of her work.She used whatever materials were at hand. When painting and drawing on paper, Styrofoam, cardboard, and wood, she favored plain and colored pencils, ink and felt tip pens, and gouache. Jewelry, lace, wigs, felt hats, and eyeglasses enhanced her cloth dolls. Sculpting, she gathered found objects, marbles, and glitter and fastened them with chewing gum. In these colorsaturated works, there is an exuberant and idiosyncratic selfexpression.Lee Kogan, director of the Folk Art Institute of the Museum of American Folk Art, unites the paintings and sculptures with a look at the artist's surroundings, practices, and culture. This collection of her work also includes a preface by Gerard C. Wertkin, Director of the Museum of American Folk Art, and a contextual essay by Atlantaborn Kinshasa Holman Conwill, director of the Studio Museum of Harlem.Nellie Mae Rowe lived her entire life on the rural fringes of Atlanta in Fayetteville and Vinings, Georgia. She was one of nine daughters of a former slave who worked as a farmer, a blacksmith, and basket weaver.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Art of Nellie Mae Rowe'? A: The main theme of 'The Art of Nellie Mae Rowe' revolves around the artist's experiences and memories of rural Southern life, featuring elements such as shotgun houses, small churches, and farm animals.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Lee Kogan, who is also the director of the Folk Art Institute of the Museum of American Folk Art.
- Q: What type of artwork is included in this collection? A: The collection includes eighty full-color images and ten black-and-white images that showcase Nellie Mae Rowe's drawings, paintings, sculptures, and cloth dolls.
- Q: What materials did Nellie Mae Rowe use for her art? A: Nellie Mae Rowe used a variety of materials, including plain and colored pencils, ink, felt tip pens, gouache, found objects, and even unconventional materials like chewing gum.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'The Art of Nellie Mae Rowe' published? A: The book was published on December 1, 1998.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art students or enthusiasts? A: Yes, this book is suitable for art students and enthusiasts as it provides insights into the life and work of a self-taught artist, showcasing her unique artistic style and cultural context.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 112 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may show some signs of wear but is still well-maintained.
- Q: Does this book include any essays or additional context? A: Yes, the book includes a preface by Gerard C. Wertkin and a contextual essay by Kinshasa Holman Conwill, providing additional insights into Rowe's work and background.