do you like normal rockwell paintings?

[UpsideDownFlag]

if so, which are your favorites?

if not, why?

I like them, but the problem i have with them is that they over-romanticize the time period which they cover- 30's thru 50's, mostly-and make it seem like a happy, idealistic time.

[tsakshaug]

1. don't really care...

But did drive through Stockbridge a few weeks ago.

[Goathead]

2. This is one of my favorite Norman Rockwell's

[Merlot]

3. Mixed feeling about Rockwell and his paintings

I went to a gallery showing of his paintings expecting to be sickend by the sweetness, and came away really admiring his work.

I greatly admire his ability to tell stories, to capture emotion, and to provide a window on a certain time or event. And his artistic skill is very strong.

But I agree, I have never liked the over-romanicized subject matter. His paintings were originally commercial illustrations. They were selling a magzine. I think on that level they were very effective.

[punpirate]

4. I've always thought...

... that most of Rockwell's paintings were pretty normal....

[HomerRamone]

5. This is my style:

http://www.normanroswell.com/#

[LisaM]

6. There's a powerful one about school integration

Maybe someone can find that. I like them more now than I used to - his actual realistic STYLE isn't my taste, but I like his message.

[Lefta Dissenter]

9. .

[LisaM]

12. Yes, that's it, thanks.

I can forgive him all those pictures of people fishing when I see this.

[underpants]

7. Love'em-the guy standing up in a town hall is great

Many many more.

I love them as great depictions of Americana.

[Lefta Dissenter]

10. .

[underpants]

14. Thanks

:thumbsup:

Is there a webpage of them somewhere?

[Lefta Dissenter]

16. this has a few of them

http://www.tfaoi.com/aa/1aa/1aa103.htm

I have to confess, I'm a real Norman Rockwell fan, despite the fact that some seem to think it's not P.C.! :shrug:

[Feathered Fish]

8. Not especially

however they are great examples of idealized Americana. I always think of Horatio Alger when I see a Rockwell painting, that is to say I think of the almost unachievable American Dream.

[rustydog]

11. Rockwell was an excellent illustrator whose ability to capture

events in history and convey powerful emotions and beliefs with no printed words to tell the story depicted like no other illustrator of his time.
Rockwell portrayed the idealized America we on DU are so deeply dedicated to: The freeedom of speech, the freedom to assemble, freedom of religion. a belief that our right to vote is sacred and our "democracy" protects EVERY person in America, not only the powerful.

[On the Road]

13. Rockwell Was Ridiculed

because his work wasn't modern or avant garde. And it's true that he was not breaking new ground.

But if art is supposed to distill reality and convey emotion, he's got it. I think his work will still be exhibited and admired two or three centuries from now.

[signmike]

15. normal Norman ? lol

[420inTN]

17. oh yeah.

I love rockwell. Some of his paintings are almost like looking at photographs. The only modern who can come close to his ability to paint people is probably Alex Ross.

[Historic NY]

18. I've alway liked him!!!!!

I like the Dr's office, maybe cause thats how I remember it was in the early days (damn needle)in the butt.

The cop with the kid at the ice cream parlor and the new fire truck are among my favorites.

He had a subtle way of connecting with his art, but one must study his illustrations to find that piece which clicks.