“I realized that were I to paint flowers small, no one would look at them because I was unknown. So I thought I'll make them big, like the huge buildings going up. People will be startled; they'll have to look at them - and they did.”
Quote by Georgia O'Keeffe
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Georgia O'Keeffe: A Life
This book delves into the life of Georgia O'Keeffe, examining her artistic journey, personal experiences, and the cultural impact of her work. It provides an in-depth look at her development as an artist, her relationships, and the inspiration behind her iconic paintings. more
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Georgia O'Keeffe
American artist known for her distinctive paintings of flowers and landscapes. O'Keeffe's work is renowned for its bold colors and innovative forms, which have had a profound impact on 20th-century American art. more
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Source: Lovingly, Georgia: the complete correspondence of Georgia O'Keeffe & Anita Pollitzer
“God told me if I painted that mountain enough, I could have it.”
“Filling a space in a beautiful way - that is what art means to me.”
Source: Georgia O'Keeffe: A Life
“I don't know what Art is but I know some things it isn't when I see them.”
“I see no reason for painting anything that can be put into any other form as well.”
Source: Georgia O'Keeffe, Works on Paper: Museum of Fine Arts, Museum of New Mexico, Santa Fe
Source: Georgia O'Keeffe
Source: Lovingly, Georgia: The Complete Correspondence of Georgia O'Keeffe and Anita Pollitzer
“Happiness goes like the wind, but what is interesting stays.”