art inspired: albert bierstadt, the shore of the turquoise sea
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Albert Bierstadt painted landscapes the way he thought they should be--lush and green with ultramarine water. He was extremely prolific, completing as many as 4,000 paintings during his life, and sold his large canvases back in the 1800s for huge sums of money. At the time, critics felt that the size of his work was indulgent and spurned his romantic style and subject matter, which emphasized fog, clouds and mist. He's now considered an important interpreter of the western landscape and is grouped as a Hudson River School artist as well as part of the Rocky Mountain School. Many of his paintings are on display in museums around the US, and as you might imagine, go to auction for ever spiraling prices.
This week I find myself longing for more time at the beach as work has dragged me far away from the surf and sand. Here is what caught my fancy to wear against the backdrop of a turquoise sea...
Do you like wearing the colors of the sea?
Details: Mary Louise emerald earrings $170; Alexander McQueen Skull Pashima in Emerald $795; Lancome Midnight Roses $30; Florabella 'Nadia" Hat $158; Emily Armenta Emerald Cut Turquoise and Quartz Ring with Diamonds $2,160; Modalu 'Paulette' Tote $190; Jennifer Meyer 18k Gold Emerald Clover Necklace $2,850; NARS Duo Cream Eyeshadow in Burn it Blue $37; Burberry Chain Embellished Sandals $495; Black Denim Shorts by Insight $68; Equipment Brett Shirt in Emerald Python Print $415.
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posted by Mary Jo at TrustYourStyle at
Thursday, August 02, 2012
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30 Comments:
This painting is fabulous. I really love it. Albert Bierstadt was so talented.
Your selection of pieces is perfect. Great colors.
xoxo
Beautiful painting and amazing selection of items!! I really love the colors of the sea!!!
xoxoxo
albert bierstadt was one of my favorites to study in school. i loved the over the top, sublime-ness, he tried to invoke in his paintings.....always a contrast for me: these quiet, non-events in his paintings, yet portrayed in these GRAND, massive settings. thus is landscape portraiture i guess. but his always seemed so much more complex and special.
love this.
Ooo, what an inspirational post.
For some reason i don't think i have any items in my closet in this colour! Strange as i do love it. Must rectify that!
Have a lovely rest of the week. Weekend is coming so you might find the time to enjoy the sand and the waves?
Red xx
Amazing inspiration and look!
Loving the NARS palette and the Equipment shirt!
xoxox,
CC
This post is so unique!!!Totally adore the emerald summer mania. I find it unique!!!
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Miss Margaret Cruzemark
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The painting is beautiful, Mary Jo! A haunting beauty, so hard to express in words. Oh, I like the four-leaf clover pendant in emerald green. And the bag...I hope you have time for the beach this weekend. :)
Ada
Beautiful painting, for sure! And I really like that bag. I've never really thought about wearing the colors of the ocean, but I think I could pull this off. :)
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Lauren
Oh I most definitely do Mary Jo! Some of my favorite colors because they make me feel so close to the sea. And I love each and every one of your selections :) xoxo
I am in love with those emerald ear-rings!
One of my favorite color combos is turquoise and coral. I feel that it is so calming and peaceful. My friend did her wedding in those colors and it was gorgeous.
I love these colors... and that pashmina is fantastic!
The sea is one of my largest sources of inspiration. I love what you've put together. As for the Art Forger, I think you would LOVE the book!
The NARS palette is phenomenal. I really like those shades. I am going to look for this the next time I am out. Also, that ring is bling blingin'!
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I've been crazy in love over hats with a fold like that! I wish the beach shore wasn't so windy around me, every time I take a large hat to the beach I end up regretting it!
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love the earrings!! really nice post!
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What an amazing painting... It's one of those that when you see it it surprises its not a photo. I wish I had access to the ocean ust like you do... Have a nice one my dear!
Wow 4,000 paintings! He was prolific in his work indeed. I love wearing the colors of the sea as I feel they're serene yet strong. As a matter of fact, I wore a dress that had a mix of blues, greens, aquas and black today.
I think you'd really enjoy Chicago Mary Jo! For the Midwest, they've got some great beaches.
Rowena @ rolala loves
OK, I'm just obsessed with that ring. Oh, if I had the funds to spend on fancy rings! :)
:)
Allison
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that painting is gorgeous mary jo! he painted A LOT! hahaha truly exquisite and your fashion inspiration is equally so :) i want to put it on and jump into the painting. don't you wish? hahaha take me awayyyyy!
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What gorgous inspiration - I love the way you have put it together.
♥
Melissah
I've always appreciated Bierstadt's works. I am pretty much into loads of things aquatic inspired. Colours of the sea are some of my favourites.
such an inspirational photo and loving the ensemble of the outfit
The emerald earrings and gorgeous tote get the thumbs up from me...great picks!
Have a fabulous weekend!
wonderful post! i like this putfit set!!
I love the emotion in that painting and really like the colors of the pieces you chose! Have a lovely weekend dear!
xoxo,
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I always look forward to your art posts. This one is just so romantic. I love the outfit you put together for it too. It's so elegant yet relaxed. PS- Love love love the names of your new nail colours! Have a good weekend friend.
xx Jenee C.
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my faaaaave color :) :) did you ever get the shabby apple gift card? should i email her?
California girl that I am, I can't help but wear the dark colors of the ocean. I just love teal.
Phenomenal painting and I do LOVE wearing the colors of the sea! Gorgeous shades. Enjoy your weekend, Mary Jo! xo
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