Enduring Legacy
Subtitle: Women Painters of Washington 1930-2005
Publisher: Whatcom Museum of History & Art
Published: July 30, 2005
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 127
ISBN-13: 9780938506119
Subjects: Art styles: c 1960 -; Women's studies; USA; American - General; Collections, Catalogs, Exhibitions - Museum; History - Contemporary (1945- ); Collections, Catalogs, Exhibitions - General; Art; Art & Art Instruction
Description: One of the state's oldest arts organizations, Women Painters of Washington was founded in 1930 with the aim of overcoming limitations faced by women artists. Over its 75-year history, the group has counted among its members talented artists of national prominence whose stories have not been widely shared, until now. From founding members' early efforts to support fellow women artists, to contemporary members' cultural exchanges and international exhibitions, David F. Martin tells the story of Women Painters of Washington. He examines members' artistic achievements and the recognition they received in the national and international art worlds. In addition, a selection of works by current WPW members demonstrates the organization's continued vitality. Abundant color plates clearly illustrate the talent and innovation of these artists.