My favorite artist passed away in December. Her name was Janet Fish. She painted light.
I first came across her work at a local art gallery, where her wonderful “Spring Party” was on exhibit. Maybe it wasn’t really, but that’s what I remember.
Several months later in a catalog from a Boston museum, I saw that posters (prints?) of the painting were available. I didn’t have the money at the time, so I passed, but I cut out the picture from the catalog and glued it to a piece of cardboard to hang over my desk at Day Job to remind me there is joy in the world. The poster was in the next ediiton of the catalog, too. I did the same thing. Somewhere along the way, one of my “bookmarks” was lost, but I still have one hanging behind me.
When the Day Job offices were being redone, I was told I could have any artwork I wanted. I called the Boston museum and asked them about the “Spring Party” poster/print. I had them check their storage. I was years too late. I settled on Sara Eyestone posters, which I also love, but they aren’t about light.
I see that you can now buy “Spring Party” prints from private collectors, but they’re still out of my price range.
One year for my birthday, my husband bought me a book of Fish’s paintings. “Spring Party” is a pullout centerfold. I’m so glad I have this so I can revisit her work.
Everyone needs an artist they can love. Here’s another link to Fish’s work.
