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The Art of Frank Howell
FRANK HOWELL’S PAINTINGS dazzle the viewer with their luminous colors and haunting images. A unique chronicler of the native people and natural beauty of the Southwest, Howell pulls us into a spiritually charged world resonant with multiple meanings. Whether he’s painting a pair of hands, a bird in flight, or the face of an old woman, Howell can look upon the familiar and see something no one else sees. His sense of wonder and his passion make his often solitary figures enormously expressive; they inhabit a physically spare but spiritually rich universe that Howell reveals through his extraordinary artistry.
- GenresArt
160 pages, Hardcover
First published October 14, 1997
11 people want to read
About the author
Michael R. French
27 books121 followers#1 Amazon best selling author Michael French graduated from Stanford University and Northwestern University. He is a businessman and author who divides his time between Santa Barbara, California, and Santa Fe, New Mexico. He is an avid high-altitude mountain trekker, as well as a collector of first editions of twentieth-century fiction.
He has published twenty-four books, including fiction, young adult fiction, biographies, and art criticism. His novel, Abingdon’s, was a bestseller and a Literary Guild Alternate Selection. His young adult novel, Pursuit, was awarded the California Young Reader Medal.
The Reconstruction of Wilson Ryder was published January 2013.
Mountains Beyond Mountains was published April 2013.
Once Upon a Lie was published March 2016.
He has published twenty-four books, including fiction, young adult fiction, biographies, and art criticism. His novel, Abingdon’s, was a bestseller and a Literary Guild Alternate Selection. His young adult novel, Pursuit, was awarded the California Young Reader Medal.
The Reconstruction of Wilson Ryder was published January 2013.
Mountains Beyond Mountains was published April 2013.
Once Upon a Lie was published March 2016.
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August 12, 2023
I didn't read the book, only viewed artwork.
Books vetting or weeding per CCR 15 3006. The artist only has 1/8 Lakota Sioux which doesn't count per govt 1/4 ruling that's what his father is. Mom English and Irish. My mom also has English, Scottish/Welsh and native American blood, only 1/8 like the author and about 1/8 black.
I met my friend's mom, Lakota Sioux who favors most of the work displayed.
Books vetting or weeding per CCR 15 3006. The artist only has 1/8 Lakota Sioux which doesn't count per govt 1/4 ruling that's what his father is. Mom English and Irish. My mom also has English, Scottish/Welsh and native American blood, only 1/8 like the author and about 1/8 black.
I met my friend's mom, Lakota Sioux who favors most of the work displayed.
January 1, 2023
I have a beautiful piece by this artist and just discovered he was born and raised very near where I am from. I enjoyed learning more about his growth in the art world.
November 3, 2015
Originally rated G by Joanne Valco
Product Description
Frank Howell's paintings dazzle the viewer with their luminous colors and haunting images. A unique chronicler of the native people and natural beauty of the Southwest, Howell pulls us into a spiritually charged world resonant with multiple meanings. Whether he's painting a pair of hands, a bird in flight or the face of an old woman, Howell can look upon the familiar and see something no one else sees. His sense of wonder and his passion make his often solitary figures enormously expressive; they inhabit a physically spare but spiritually rich universe that Howell reveals through his extraordinary artistry.
This stunning overview of Frank Howell's work includes full-color reproductions of almost eighty paintings, many exclusive to this collection, as well as black-and-white photographs of the artist at work. Michael French's account of Howell's personal and professional development, based on extensive interviews, offers intriguing insights into the man behind the work. In addition, Frank Howell shares his thoughts on many of his paintings, affording a unique glimpse into a special universe, which this contemporary shaman evokes with power, passion and profound beauty.
The Art of Frank Howell text by Michael French
Frank Howell's work will take your breath away. This beautiful edition contains both poetry and a wonderful collection of Howell's sensitive and luminous work.
This stunning overview of Frank Howell's work includes full-color reproductions of almost eighty paintings, many exclusive to this collection, as well as black-and-white photographs of the artist at work. Michael French's account of Howell's personal and professional development, based on extensive interviews, offers intriguing insights into the man behind the work. In addition, Frank Howell shares his thoughts on many of his paintings, affording a unique glimpse into a special universe, which this contemporary shaman evokes with power, passion and profound beauty.
Product Description
Frank Howell's paintings dazzle the viewer with their luminous colors and haunting images. A unique chronicler of the native people and natural beauty of the Southwest, Howell pulls us into a spiritually charged world resonant with multiple meanings. Whether he's painting a pair of hands, a bird in flight or the face of an old woman, Howell can look upon the familiar and see something no one else sees. His sense of wonder and his passion make his often solitary figures enormously expressive; they inhabit a physically spare but spiritually rich universe that Howell reveals through his extraordinary artistry.
This stunning overview of Frank Howell's work includes full-color reproductions of almost eighty paintings, many exclusive to this collection, as well as black-and-white photographs of the artist at work. Michael French's account of Howell's personal and professional development, based on extensive interviews, offers intriguing insights into the man behind the work. In addition, Frank Howell shares his thoughts on many of his paintings, affording a unique glimpse into a special universe, which this contemporary shaman evokes with power, passion and profound beauty.
The Art of Frank Howell text by Michael French
Frank Howell's work will take your breath away. This beautiful edition contains both poetry and a wonderful collection of Howell's sensitive and luminous work.
This stunning overview of Frank Howell's work includes full-color reproductions of almost eighty paintings, many exclusive to this collection, as well as black-and-white photographs of the artist at work. Michael French's account of Howell's personal and professional development, based on extensive interviews, offers intriguing insights into the man behind the work. In addition, Frank Howell shares his thoughts on many of his paintings, affording a unique glimpse into a special universe, which this contemporary shaman evokes with power, passion and profound beauty.
January 11, 2015
the art of frank howell by michale french i bought it just for the pictures... inspiration
i love the detail and imagery of his works, the poetry adds meaning to each page of paintings
i love the detail and imagery of his works, the poetry adds meaning to each page of paintings
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