I should tell you a bit about myself. I am 66 years old and
retired from teaching special education, in the public school system, 5 years
ago. When I originally read that Arthur taught children who were
handicapped , I sure could relate. I was an artistic child and
wanted to major in Art at university,but when I was 17 , my family told me no,
that it would not be something that would be financially able to support me.
I remember that afternoon clearly because I always felt that something
died that day. So I ended up majoring in education and art was in the
background for the next 30 years. Now that I am retired, I am
exploring the path not taken. My interest in Arthur and admiration
for his work goes far beyond simple appreciation of beautiful work.
His colors, values , subject matter and impressionism make
my spirit sing ! He is perfect to me ! He is like a modern
day Monet only with more spirit / edginess . Monet was pretty ,
pastoral - I love Monet. But when I saw Arthur's work , he is
Monet with real life people and the spirit and body language that people bring
with them ! Arthur's use of Value is more pronounced and I think
better than Monet. I appreciate this as I struggle with Values !
So this painting will have a position of honor and respect for a great
artist in my home and will go to my son one day ! I can not
believe that I am able to purchase such a work of art at this level !! I
am thrilled !
So this gives you an idea of how much this painting is wanted and respected and
the artist admired !
After
reading everything I could about Arthur for 3 years and looking at his paintings
via the computer, it will take time for me to accept that I own one of his
paintings. The beautiful rose and yellows against the light blues
and the warm against cool and the dark against light and the gorgeous
children who lead the eye throughout the work - I am in heaven !
The broken brushstrokes and the wonderful colors woven throughout !
I shall love this painting to my last day !!
I found the card that Arthur wrote and I am so impressed that he took the
time . It means a lot to me ! That card will stay with the
painting. God gave Arthur something special and I can see and feel it so
clearly !
I am beyond happy !
I am beyond happy !
Sheila
