Born in New York City in 1894, Norman Rockwell always wanted
to be an artist. Through two World Wars, the Great Depression, civil rights struggles,
and the wars in Korea and Vietnam, his paintings presented Americans with a
window into a more idyllic world. In his own words, "Without thinking too much
about it in specific terms, I was showing the America I knew and observed to
others who might not have noticed." Though Rockwell is often regarded for
paintings that addressed serious issues occurring at the moment of their
creation, a great deal of Rockwell's oeuvre is reflective of his sense of humor
and natural playfulness. Humor and wit were central aspects of his character.
Providing 343 covers for the extremely popular Saturday Evening Post, Rockwell
captured the heartwarming spirit of America with his creative depictions of
real people, real places and the joy, innocence and reality common to all.
Purpose: Learn about Norman Rockwell and view some of his
most famous works
Facilitators: Carolyn Smith, Jo Lemon |
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