Interesting Story, Laura Muntz Lyall
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Name: Laura Adeline Muntz Lyall
Born: Radford, Warwickshire, England, 1860
Died: Toronto, Ontario, 1930
Media Used: Painting
Type of Painter: Impressionist
Education:
South Kensington Art Schools
Académie Colarossi (Paris)
Private Study (under J.W.L. Forster)
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On January 25th, 2011 we were fortunate as a class to attend the Art Gallery of Ontario. The main purpose of the trip was to explore the wonders of art, and discuss as upcoming ECE's, the importance of fostering creativity in young children. To be quite honest, I was not enthused as some of my fellow classmates about this class adventure. Personally I find art galleries "boring" (for a lack of better terms), and cannot see myself wondering around room to room, standing in front of huge canvases, trying to interrupt the meaning the artist is portraying. However, these preconceived notions quickly disappeared once I begin to actively engage in this art critique experience. I was interesting to note the many perspectives my friends and I had about particular pieces, and this I must say peaked my interest in valuing and appreciating artwork.
At the very beginning of our unguided tour, I came across Laura Muntz Lyall's painting shown above (Interesting Story). Illustrated in my perspective, were two siblings resting alongside one another, while the eldest of the two read. Immediately I fell in love with the piece, as it evoked various feelings of joy and contentment. It drew me back to my younger days when my sister Taneisha and I, would sit for hours reading together in our familys' living room. Growing up we had a strong passion for books, and would visit the library every Friday after school was dismissed. Seeing that Taneisha was 17 months younger than I, many times I would end up reading to her. Quite often during summer break, we would be inside the house couped up somewhere reading books until there were no more new ones to read. In all a feeling of happiness suddenly irrupts from within, as I caught myself smiling seamlessly.
This painting from my point of view emits a sense of sisterly love and affection. It also portrays a sense of relaxation and pure contentment. If the viewer has a close relation with a sibling or close relative of theirs, the painting becomes relatable, and a connection can be felt. This I believe is the intended message of the artist. She is able to captivate and illustrate the feeling of serenity, comfort, happiness, and warmth all of which emulate from this painting.
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At the very beginning of our unguided tour, I came across Laura Muntz Lyall's painting shown above (Interesting Story). Illustrated in my perspective, were two siblings resting alongside one another, while the eldest of the two read. Immediately I fell in love with the piece, as it evoked various feelings of joy and contentment. It drew me back to my younger days when my sister Taneisha and I, would sit for hours reading together in our familys' living room. Growing up we had a strong passion for books, and would visit the library every Friday after school was dismissed. Seeing that Taneisha was 17 months younger than I, many times I would end up reading to her. Quite often during summer break, we would be inside the house couped up somewhere reading books until there were no more new ones to read. In all a feeling of happiness suddenly irrupts from within, as I caught myself smiling seamlessly.
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Colour
Colour is a very powerful element of art. It can evoke various feelings such as a sense of darkness, joy, or excitement. For example, red symbolizes is colour of fire and blood. It is associated with power, strength, determination, as well as passion and love. On the other hand yellow represents sunshine, and is tied to feelings of cheerfulness, energy and friendliness. Colour is "based on the passage of light. It is the visual sensation of light caused by stimulating the cones of the retina. As the light source changes, so does the color. With no light there is no color" (Schirrmacher & Fox, 2009, p.136). Furthermore, colour makes us respond and react with feelings (Schirrmacher & Fox, 2009). In relation to the painting, I am in love with the soft, neutral colours the artist chose. Amongst the neutral colour palette, the viewer can spot a light source shining directly on the little girls faces. It is here that the warm colours of yellow and cream intertwine with the overall neutrality of the painting, creating a underlying glow to the piece.
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The Field of Early Childhood Education
It is important as educators, that we foster the appreciation of art in young children. Art as mention, can be interpreted and perceived in many ways. It is through this avenue that we gain further insight and deeper understanding of artistic pieces. Critiquing and discussing art with young children, allows them to ask questions, and actively explore and connect with the world around them.
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"Colour is a power which directly influences the soul."
Wassily Kandinsky
References:
(2011). Art database; Lynall laura muntz. Canadian women artists history initative. Retrieved from http://cwahi.concordia.ca/sources/artists/displayArtist.php?ID_artist=38
Schirrmacher, R. , & Fox, J. E. (2009). Art & creative development for young children. Belmont , California
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