The Art of Emily Carr

by Doris Shadbolt

Book Overview

Flawless prose, splendid reproduction, handsome design-an apt showcase for the artist who painted some of Canadas most magnificent paintings. This book represents the culmination of Doris Shadbolts... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 0772012555
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: University of Washington Press
• Length: 223 Pages

Customer Reviews

an amazing and interesting artist not that well known in the united states

I heard about this artist from a friend. I also visited Canada recently, altho not in the area where Emily Carr lived. She is revered in Canada but not nearly as well known in the United States. I personally love her paintings. To me they perfectly respresent the times she lived in and her not so easy life.

Keeping the PNW Spirit Alive

This is one of those books that is a must for any person interested in Pacific Northwest history, art, and culture. I first encountered Emily Carr at an amazing exhibit at the Royal British Columbia Museum in Victoria. I have been a big fan ever since.

The Art of Emily Carr- Doris Shadboltt

An incredible book fulfilling every Carr fans wishes. Truly a beautiful piece of literature and visuals. I was very impressed with the depth of knowledge the Author had of Ms. Carr and the extensive listing of pictures from private ownership and many Galleries. Contains a complete history of her life, travels, writing and of course her unwavering pursuit of success. An absolute must have for anyone who is a Carr fan. Thoroughly enjoyable.

A West Coast Vision

If you are interested in expanding your knowledge of artists on this continent (North America), specifically the West Coast, I'd recommend this erudite volume on the work of Emily Carr. Emily Carr was a late-bloomer, but when she found her own she produced haunting canvases of her encounters with Northwest Coast Native Art, specifically totems. This was followed by strong formalized images of the coastal rainforest. Late in her life she painted expressive landscapes. I recently read that a joint exhibit of Emily Carr, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Frida Kahlo "Places of their Own" will be travelling to various venues in 200l/2002.