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ATKINSON, Louise. (England-- ). | ATKINSON, Louise. (England-- ). Before her arrival in New York, Atkinson studied art in London. After arriving in the United States, she became a member of the Art Students League known for its membership of well-established artists. (1) | ||
She | She moved to Dubuque in 1891 and immediately specialized in river scenery and landscapes. Among her paintings was "Dubuque's Grave." She also branched off into portrait work at her studio at Eighth and Main. (2) | ||
In 1896 she was one of the most exhibited artists at an exhibit by the [[DUBUQUE ART ASSOCIATION]] with three oil paintings. (3) In addition to her painting, Atkinson was considered a superb contralto and was often called upon for performances at church or social groups. (4) | In 1896 she was one of the most exhibited artists at an exhibit by the [[DUBUQUE ART ASSOCIATION]] with three oil paintings. (3) In addition to her painting, Atkinson was considered a superb contralto and was often called upon for performances at church or social groups. (4) | ||
Revision as of 17:39, 7 August 2017
ATKINSON, Louise. (England-- ). Before her arrival in New York, Atkinson studied art in London. After arriving in the United States, she became a member of the Art Students League known for its membership of well-established artists. (1)
She moved to Dubuque in 1891 and immediately specialized in river scenery and landscapes. Among her paintings was "Dubuque's Grave." She also branched off into portrait work at her studio at Eighth and Main. (2)
In 1896 she was one of the most exhibited artists at an exhibit by the DUBUQUE ART ASSOCIATION with three oil paintings. (3) In addition to her painting, Atkinson was considered a superb contralto and was often called upon for performances at church or social groups. (4)
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Source:
1. "A True Artist," Dubuque Daily Herald Souvenir Issue," January 1, 1896, p. 34
2. Ibid.
3. "The Brush and Canvas," The Herald, May 26, 1891, p. 4
4. "King's Sons Entertain," The Herald, December 6, 1890, p. 4