Supposedly Homer Watson was the first Canadian landscape painter to see Canada as it truly was, and not as some dreary european-stylized painting. I do very much appreciate that he included people in some of his works, even if they are minor to the landscapes. I like that Watson depicts Canada in images that actually show it as somewhat developed, not some rural wilderness. Unfortunately, up until this class I still had not heard of him, and still it is the group of seven's works that are pushed as examples of Canadian landscapes more so.
I always love artists that are self-taught. It makes me feel like one day I might actually have a chance at significance. I know it is very unlikely, but I am studying Art History for a reason... Being that I never got around to sending my portfolio on time for fine arts. I do love Art History though, in all seriousness. Still, it's nice to dream about something different on occasion.
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