Nan Perry Art

Artist's Statement

A quote from Grant Wood describes a condition from which he and many of us suffer: taking too much for granted. Wood said, "...To my great joy, I discovered that in the very commonplace, in my native surroundings, were decorative adventures and that my only difficulty had been in taking them too much for granted." Woods' words ring with truth. My goal as an artist is to capture the wonder of the often overlooked ordinary, the commonplace beauty around us, those little details that make all the difference in our daily lives. The rough hue of rocks, lush blue woodlands, weathered wood grains, and distant meandering dirt roads never cease to appeal to me. I attempt to share the beauty from which routine blinds us. My work can be purchased on ebay or by contacting me personally.

Saturday, December 14, 2013

We Three Trees 16x20

I would like to see snow this winter, just to dress up the landscape for a few days.

Thursday, December 12, 2013

You Better Watch Out 5x7 $75.00

Remember when you actually believed that Santa was watching to see if you were naughty or nice? Ah, those were the days...

Monday, December 9, 2013

Santa's Night Out 22x24 $300.00

As a kid, I thought there was an vast eternity between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Now, the holidays run over me, and I'm left wondering what happened. Let's slow this affair and savor the moments.

Sunday, December 8, 2013

Sleigh Ride With Santa.16x16 $175.00

A sleigh ride is on my bucket list and one with the big guy would be over the top. I think I hear jingling of bells in the distance...

Saturday, December 7, 2013

Big Guy Enroute 3"x4"

My daughter asked me to paint a series of miniature Santas for her, and this one is my maiden attempt. The remaining ones are of another pose. Despite their similarities, Santa's face is always different in expression and character. I like that. Aren't all of us unique, yet basically the same? Santa is no exception. Here's to you, Emilee.

Sunday, October 27, 2013

The Old Chlldes' Place 30x32

The last time I saw the old place was years ago. The dirt road curved through the woods, and suddenly the relic appeared, a silent memorial from a past life. The place was bedraggled, yet spoke of good times. Now, only spirits dance in the light rays playing in the tall grass.

Sunday, September 29, 2013

Beachfront after Storm 16x20 $300.00

If I had money to travel as much as I think I would like, I would prefer off-season travel. For instance, I enjoy the mountains during the off-season, after people like me usually disappear. The beach during the cooler months appeals to me. Having the beach alone is heaven. That solitude is of God. Maybe that is why I enjoyed painting this scene, I had the beach to myself.