Norman Rockwell was an artist of extraordinary measure who captured the essence of American life. His illustrations for The Saturday Evening Post, amongst other magazines gave a depiction of true American spirit, and planted smiles on faces as they viewed paintings of everyday life. Through things people could relate to, experienced, war, and politics, Mr. Rockwell drew every detail and applied strokes of color for all of us to appreciate.
Granted, he retired from the Saturday Evening Post before I was born, but my childhood still experienced his emotional paintings. He not only painted for himself, but the people too. The American people were his inspiration and audience.
One of my bucket list items is to visit the Norman Rockwell Museum, and to buy one of his paintings when I buy a house. My heart melts when I see one of his paintings feeling a sense of home and family values. Maybe it's the safety and contentment I love about them.
Some of my favorites:
“Girl at the Mirror,” because it truly depicts how women view and critique themselves. How we find the flaws that tend to make us overlook the beauty.
Granted, he retired from the Saturday Evening Post before I was born, but my childhood still experienced his emotional paintings. He not only painted for himself, but the people too. The American people were his inspiration and audience.
One of my bucket list items is to visit the Norman Rockwell Museum, and to buy one of his paintings when I buy a house. My heart melts when I see one of his paintings feeling a sense of home and family values. Maybe it's the safety and contentment I love about them.
Some of my favorites:
“Girl at the Mirror,” because it truly depicts how women view and critique themselves. How we find the flaws that tend to make us overlook the beauty.
“High Dive,” because it’s cute and illustrates the fear I have for sharing my writing. 
“Alone for Christmas” for personal reasons.
“Santa,” because Christmas is my favorite holiday.
“Sunset,’ because I remember this one from childhood.
“Homecoming G.I.,” because it depicts so much from a mother being overjoyed, to a woman who waited for this day, and how life went on yet waited for the soldier.
Happy Birthday, Mr. Rockwell! Thank you for sharing your talent with the world and that the emotional connection still breathes within us.
What are your feelings towards Norman Rockwell’s paintings and do you have a favorite? Which one, and why?
Hey Bea!! I don't have a favorite, and while I don't know much about Mr. Rockwell, I have always been intrigued by his pictures.
ReplyDeleteThat being said, I'm not a fan, but I'm not, not a fan... does that make sense?
Great post!
Hinny
Hi Hinny, It makes perfect sense. Maybe if you ever get the time, you can head on over to the site and browse through his paintings?
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by.