Welcome to America, Early 1900's by Elizabeth Kennen

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Design By: Elizabeth Kennen
Elizabeth Kennen

Elizabeth is an artist based in the SF Bay Area, working in both watercolor and oils. Her favorite subjects are landscapes, nature studies and architecture. She loves to paint something with a sense of history about it, adding layers of color and detail. Inspiration for her compositions come from various travels, and from studying the beautiful and amazing terrain of Northern California. www.ekennenartwork.com

 

Design By: Elizabeth Kennen
Elizabeth Kennen

Elizabeth is an artist based in the SF Bay Area, working in both watercolor and oils. Her favorite subjects are landscapes, nature studies and architecture. She loves to paint something with a sense of history about it, adding layers of color and detail. Inspiration for her compositions come from various travels, and from studying the beautiful and amazing terrain of Northern California. www.ekennenartwork.com

 

Artist Statement

I looked at many incredible photos of immigrants in the early 1900's. How amazing and emotional it must have been to finally reach New York and see the Statue of Liberty welcoming you. Seeing all of these beautiful, brave families who fled all kinds of horrible situations to come to America... it got me to thinking of my grandfather arriving with his family to Ellis Island from Galicia. As I painted in watercolor, I thought of these families and of people today seeking a new life here. — Elizabeth Kennen