Guess the Artist | Detroit Institute of Arts!

On September 1, 2025September 1, 2025 By Barbara StroudIn ART, Guess the Artist, THOUGHTSLeave a comment

Historical painting, children getting ready for school, parents, dog — Image taken at Detroit Institute of Art (DIA) July 15, 2025

Well, “SNAP” as they say. Usually when I feature a Guess the Artist post, I like to give a little background on the painting or the artist (ideally, both!) – however, this painting must have been moved from the DIA (or is just not showing up at the moment on their website). This painting reminded me of kids getting ready for the first day of school, a little timely I suppose. Kids have already gone back to school in most SC schools, but this could still be relevant to some of you!

Do you have an idea who the artist is? Look no further… see below!

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Guess the Artist #43 | Detroit Institute of Arts!

On August 4, 2025 By Barbara StroudIn ART, Guess the Artist, MichiganLeave a comment

On our last trip to Michigan we were able to visit the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA), one of the most incredible places to visit. I remember visiting as a kid and it held such wonder for me, from the massive murals by Diego Rivera to the fine paintings – not to mention the mummy which was my favorite room. I just couldn’t believe what I was seeing and how old it was. Incredible. Ok, time to guess the artist – one hint, it’s a toughie.

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Guess the Artist #39 | Detroit Institute of Arts

On January 20, 2025January 19, 2025 By Barbara StroudIn ART, Guess the ArtistLeave a comment

Dark painting in gold frame, history, art history

Can you guess the artist? For some of you, I think this may be an easy guess? We shall see. Let me know who you think it may be… It’s a pretty fabulous painting – dark and subdued yet full of energy. Amazing to be both at the same time. #goodluck!

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

On April 15, 2024April 10, 2024 By Barbara StroudIn ART, Guess the ArtistLeave a comment

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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