Art
Mid-20th Century Outsider Art Art
Paint, Board
1950s Art Deco Art
Postcard, Silver Gelatin
20th Century Folk Art Art
Oil, Board
1950s Art Deco Art
Lithograph
Late 20th Century Outsider Art Art
Wood
1980s Art Deco Art
Lithograph
1930s Art Deco Art
Linen, Lithograph, Paper
1920s Art Deco Art
Silver Gelatin
1930s Art Deco Art
Silver Gelatin
1920s Art Deco Art
Wood, Oil
1970s Art Deco Art
Bronze
1990s Outsider Art Art
Photographic Paper, Archival Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
1970s Art Deco Art
Bronze
1940s Art Deco Art
Silver Gelatin
1970s Art Deco Art
Marble, Bronze
1970s Art Deco Art
Marble
Late 19th Century Folk Art Art
Canvas, Oil
1930s Art Deco Art
Crayon, Paper
1990s Outsider Art Art
Photographic Paper, Archival Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
1990s Outsider Art Art
Photographic Paper, Archival Paper, Polaroid, Color, C Print
Artist Comments
During chilly weather, Rosemary often sits by a warm radiator in artist Jessica JH Roller's studio, observing falling leaves and busy squirrels outside. The room boasts a cluster of houseplants in various containers, alongside Jessica's nearby easel. One Wednesday morning, Jessica found inspiration from both Rosemary and a specific ceramic pot.
About the Artist
Artist Jessica JH Roller paints whimsical and playful compositions of animals and people, marked by bold colors and primitivist linework. She distills a scene into a few simple shapes, using color to create contrast and vibrancy, often choosing palettes that reflect pop culture. "My adopted kittens, Tony and Larry, opened my eyes and unleashed the artist inside me," shares Jessica. "After, I started to notice birds, trees, color, everything." Jessica brings to life her dynamic creations in the comfort of her studio in her century-old home. She enjoys listening to music and audiobooks while painting with her 18-year-old acrylic-covered easel. When not painting, Jessica cherishes time with her family and five cats, teaches yoga, and enjoys cycling along the river.
Words that describe this painting: cat, folk...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Art
Acrylic
20th Century Art Deco Art
Screen, Paper
1950s Art Deco Art
Bronze
20th Century Art Deco Art
Screen, Paper
Late 19th Century Art Deco Art
Lithograph
2010s Folk Art Art
Wood, Acrylic
1980s Art Deco Art
Lithograph
2010s Folk Art Art
Oil
1990s Outsider Art Art
Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid, Archival Paper
1990s Outsider Art Art
Photographic Paper, Archival Paper, Polaroid, Color, C Print
1920s Art Deco Art
Silver Gelatin
2010s Folk Art Art
Ceramic, Clay
1990s Outsider Art Art
Photographic Paper, Archival Paper, Polaroid, Color, C Print
1990s Outsider Art Art
Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
20th Century Art Deco Art
Screen, Paper
20th Century Art Deco Art
Screen, Paper
2010s Art Deco Art
Digital Pigment
1950s Art Deco Art
Postcard, Silver Gelatin
1980s Art Deco Art
Lithograph
21st Century and Contemporary Folk Art Art
Acrylic
20th Century Art Deco Art
Screen, Paper
Artist Comments
This painting draws inspiration from an old photograph from 1945, capturing a joyous moment of five ladies holding hands in celebration. Their faces light up with smiles and laughter, radiating an infectious delight. The contrasting colors of red and green bring a simple yet visually harmonious element to the scene.
About the Artist
Words that describe this painting: happy, joy, celebration, women, woman, dancing, dress, friends, friendship, people, fashion, primitive, oil painting, pink
1945
Connie Millholland...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Art
Oil
2010s Folk Art Art
Oil
1950s Art Deco Art
Lithograph
2010s Folk Art Art
Acrylic
20th Century Art Deco Art
Screen, Paper
1920s Art Deco Art
Lithograph
1930s Art Deco Art
Terracotta
Early 2000s Folk Art Art
Stone
1980s Art Deco Art
Bronze
1920s Art Deco Art
Lithograph
20th Century Art Deco Art
Screen, Paper
1920s Art Deco Art
Etching
1960s Art Deco Art
Oil, Panel
1930s Art Deco Art
Lithograph
1990s Outsider Art Art
Archival Paper, Polaroid, Color, C Print, Photographic Paper
1920s Art Deco Art
Stencil
20th Century Art Deco Art
Screen, Paper
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