The Barnes Foundation's exhibit Matisse & Renoir: New Encounters at the Barnes reminded me of the first time I saw Dance I at MoMA and was captivated by the movement of dance in a static, flat painting.
Thank you this wonderful-filled piece on Matisse. I too have discovered my deep love of painting, when I was diagnosed with a degenerative brain disease. I started painting from my bed where I was for long periods of time. What I found and I’m sure it was the same with Matisse, that when I painted my severe and chronic pain became more bearable. My art now is the focus of what life I have left, but what a wonderful way to find peace, and passion together in my life again.
I love Matisse, his sense of color and the seeming playfulness and joy. I did not know he did stained glass. Thank you for this wonderful biography.
Thank you this wonderful-filled piece on Matisse. I too have discovered my deep love of painting, when I was diagnosed with a degenerative brain disease. I started painting from my bed where I was for long periods of time. What I found and I’m sure it was the same with Matisse, that when I painted my severe and chronic pain became more bearable. My art now is the focus of what life I have left, but what a wonderful way to find peace, and passion together in my life again.
Thank you so much for sharing!! I'm glad you've been able to find peace in such a difficult situation. 💕