Trumpet Vine Print
Matted Size: 18.3"W x 11.3"H
Print Size: 12"W x 5"H
Artist: Kathleen West
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Print (Unframed with Black Matte)
Dard Hunter Frame (with Black Matte)
Kathleen West's printmaking style has been the product of 40 years of hard work and artistic inspiration. Kathleen began developing her craft while earning her B.S. in art education from Rosary Hill College in the early 60's. Her early work reveals a young mother’s lifestyle where artistic influences came from children’s books and childhood themes. Over time, Kathleen's appeal for children's books and their detailed illustrations, led her into a second artistic phase. Through personal research of galleries and libraries, Kathleen "discovered" the work of William Morris. Gradually, her creative energy drew upon medieval and nature themes along with literary passages and quotes. This shift in style also inspired Kathleen to begin hand-coloring her prints. With these new creative influences her prints have developed a unique pre-Raphaelite quality. The culmination of 15 years creating under William Morris' influence, coupled with the coincidental Arts and Crafts revitalization in her hometown of East Aurora, N.Y., led to her first appearance at the Grove Park in 1995.
