GERALD BIENVENU "Tempest Past" Modern and 47 similar items

GERALD BIENVENU "Tempest Past" Vintage Limited Edition Lithograph Hand Signed and Numbered Circa early 1980's Limited Edition framed lithograph in a wood frame with glass: Tempest Past by Gerald Bienvenu. It is an artist's impression of the French Quarter of New Orleans. "Tempest Past" offers silent witness to two centuries of history, as today's reflections shimmer exactly as they did when the Lafitte brothers strolled past Saint Louis Cathedral in the French Quarter of New Orleans Excellent condition Glass and Brushed Metal Frame 32" by 23" ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Artist: GERALD BIENVENU (1936- American) Born in New Orleans, Gerald grew up and spent most of his life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He moved to Rockport last year and has since adopted Texas as his place to live and paint. A self-taught artist Gerald spends regular time teaching watercolor techniques at local art centers. His goal is to shorten a student.s length of time in becoming proficient at watercolor. Gerald's style and competence in a difficult medium has earned him National recognition. He has been accepted into both the A.W.S. (American Watercolor Society) and the N.W.S. (National Watercolor Society) International exhibits. For 2 years he has been evaluated for entry into the Arts for the Parks Exhibit in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, which included all media. In August of 1999 Gerald.s painting, 'Snowlight', was selected from 14,000 entries in ARTIST Magazine's annual art competition as a finalist in the landscape category. Gerald is a realist painter who has mastered the technique of working from his own photography. His 'plein-aire' field trips include all of the sketch pads and pencils, and a digital camera. Back in the studio, he works quickly to establish the wet washes and dry brush strokes which have led to his success as a water-colorist. Email or Text any Questions.....thank you. Due to special packing necessities for framed art items, shipping times may take a few days longer depending on the item and shipping destination location. Email through for more information.