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Guess the Artist #42 | Detroit Institute of Arts

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Painting of a woman in a black dress, engraver, working, art history

After a recent trip to Michigan AND a trip to the Detroit Institute of Arts, I have a fresh batch of Guess the Artists posts coming up. What a great visit. They are in the midst of a renovation right now but there is still plenty to see. The Contemporary section and a few others were closed, but beginning early August they’ll have several paintings from each of those collections so you won’t miss out.

Do you know who the artist is on this one? If so, comment on this post or on social media – If not, check below for the answer… Good luck!

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Guess the Artist #41 | Detroit Institute of Arts

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It’s been a while since I’ve written a “Guess the Artist” post from a visit years ago to the Detroit Institute of Arts. (If you ever get the opportunity to go – please do, you will be THRILLED!) So many fabulous artists, and some from centuries ago. Wow! These paintings are clearly very well taken care of and rightfully so! They are a treasure.

Ok, now… do you know the artist who painted this beauty above? Read on to see the answer and also to read a bit about the painting, which is so interesting!

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Guess the Artist #40 | Detroit Institute of Arts

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Painting in gold frame, subject men in a boat, trying to save a man in the water, shark, one man with a harpoon, buildings and boats in distance
I took this photo at the DIA a few years ago. Amazing place to visit!

DRAMATIC painting. So much going on here. You can feel the emotion, the pleas for help, the brave souls trying their best. What happened a few seconds after this painting? Can YOU guess this artist? Read on to find out the artist’s name and information about this painting.

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Featured Artist: William Jameson!

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Appalachian Winter by William Jameson | 36″ x 36″ | Oil on Panel

Isn’t this painting fabulous? It captures a scene in North Carolina so perfectly. The stream leads your eye to the fabulous trees in the distance which then goes on to that little spot of orange brilliance behind the tree towards the top and on to the dark limbs of the evergreen trees. This painting is so lovely you just don’t want to look away.

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Guess the Artist (Detroit Institute of Arts) #34!

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Exquisite details in this painting. So many tiny strokes of perfection. Today is Guess the Artist day… I can narrow it down for you some. I took this photo at the Detroit Institute of Artist (DIA) in Detroit, MI last year. Can you guess who the artist is? Bonus if you know the title as well… Comment on this post or via social media. Good luck!

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Guess the Artist #32 | Detroit Institute of Arts

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Another fabulous example of original, stunning, historical art on view at the Detroit Institute of Arts. I love how the woman has details so you see what she looks like yet some areas are left to your imagination – especially love the bottom right corner left more abstract. This coupled with the wall color + flowers in the background. WOW. Can you guess this artist? Take a minute… answer is below!

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Guess the Artist (Detroit Institute of Arts) #31!

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Image taken at Detroit Institute of Arts

The Detroit Institute of Arts is a place to visit where time will go so quickly, you will be “in the zone” the entire time admiring each and every painting, sculpture, artifact and treasure. The talent in one location is mind numbing. Feel fortunate if you’ve visited! Exhibits are ever-changing so pop back often! Can you guess this week’s artist? (Signature erased on image)…

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Guess the Artist (Detroit Institute of Arts) #30!

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Well, these five subjects look perfectly content being outdoors after swimming? Bathing? An interesting painting that could be interpreted in a variety of ways, but nonetheless tells a story. A story that you can go a long way with. Question for you – do you recognize the artist? Who might it be? If you know comment on this post or on social media (or just Contact Me via contact form/email).

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Guess the Artist (Detroit Institute of Arts) #30!

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Breathtaking. If I had to use a single word to describe this painting – it is breathtaking, inspiring. You can feel the woman’s exhaustion. Yet her love and carry for her children, despite all odds is still very apparent. The elements in this painting keep your eye moving and keep you right there, stuck in their story. Amazing, yes – but can you guess the artist on this one? Answer is below…

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Guess the Artist (Detroit Institute of Arts) #29!

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Isn’t this a fabulous painting? I can’t praise the Detroit Institute of Arts enough, to be able to visit and view painting (and more) that truly takes you back in time is a gift. This one is no exception. By chance, do you know who the artist is? *Signature has been erased so it’s not too easy to guess* – let me know if you know! #IYKYK

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