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Book Synopsis: Of all the artists who have called Santa Fe home, Gustave Baumann is among the most beloved. For nearly five decades beginning in 1918, the renowned printmaker cultivated friendships with other art colonists that were full of the colorful, artistic, humorous, small town flavor brought to life in this delightful collection of holiday cards the artists made for each other and their families.
B.J.O. Nordfeldt, Ernest Blumenschein, Will Shuster, Doel Reed, Willard Nash, and John Sloan, and many more, join Baumann in the Christmas and New Year greeting cards assembled here that range from satirical and whimsical to humorous and hopeful, with commentary about the current state of the world or the artist’s place in the world. Woodcuts, photo-engraving, lithography, etching—the hand-drawn, hand-printed and hand-colored cards show off the personalities of the artists and how the events of the world around them touched their lives in personal, often bemused ways.
The cards will be part of an exhibition at the New Mexico Museum of History (opens November 2014) curated by Jean Moss and Palace of the Governors Press director and printmaker Thomas Leech.
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Step into the enchanting world of Santa Fe's beloved artist, Gustave Baumann, and his friends in the delightful book, "Gustave Baumann and Friends: Artists Cards from Holidays Past." Immerse yourself in the rich history of this renowned printmaker and his fellow art colonists as they share their artistic expressions through holiday cards. With funny, artistic, and small-town flavors, these cards offer a glimpse into the lives of these talented artists and their families.
Join the likes of B.J.O. Nordfeldt, Ernest Blumenschein, Will Shuster, and many more, as they come together in this collection of Christmas and New Year greeting cards. From satirical and whimsical to humorous and hopeful, these cards captivate your senses and provoke thought with their commentary on the world around them. Each card, meticulously hand-drawn, printed, and colored showcases the unique personalities of the artists and how they were influenced by the world events of their time.
Experience the magic firsthand at the New Mexico Museum of History, where an exhibition featuring these extraordinary cards will be showcased from November 2014. Curated by the esteemed Jean Moss and printmaker Thomas Leech, this exhibition celebrates the artistry and creativity of Gustave Baumann and his friends. Get ready to be transported into a world where art truly comes alive.
Don't miss out on this phenomenal opportunity to delve into the captivating world of Gustave Baumann and Friends. Immerse yourself in the joy, humor, and inspiration of these incredible artists. Visit the official website to secure your copy of "Gustave Baumann and Friends: Artists Cards from Holidays Past" today!
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