The Art of Robert O. Caulfield

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Summary: Stunning -- I was shellshocked!!
Review: I was browsing over the covers of many art books and this one caught my eye. I ordered it, and once I did I was in for a stunning visual and emotional experience. Caulfield gets you going right from the cover page, with the little white house in the middle of autumn enticing you to read more. After reading the emotional life story of Caulfield, I was treated to his earlier works. Stunning color and values along with the distinct impressionistic style that only Caulfield can exert are what follows all the way to through the book, from cover to cover. When I was done, I was shellshocked. I read it again. Then I read it once more. I can reccomend this book to the casual art fan all the way to the hardcore collector, and having been up to the Caulfield Art Gallery in Woodstock, VT recently, I can tell you that as immersive as the book is, the gallery is just that much more so. Way to go Robert O. Caulfield, on your way to being one of the greatest American Artists of all time!

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Summary: Lovely! ...A must own...
Review: Like his art, Caulfield has held this book to his high standards. The organization of the book is well planned, starting with an inspirational biography of his triumphant life overcoming poverty and rising to international acclaim. Caulfields unique painting style and astute observations capture a romance too often overlooked in today's fast-paced life and convey an innocent feeling of days-gone-by. Covering over fifty years of his work, the nearly 120 paintings are vividly reproduced in chronological order. It is particularly interesting to see the subtle evolution and refinement of Caulfield's style over time. Accompanying almost every picture is an insightful description written by Caulfield as he remembers back to painting each picture. After receiving the book I read it four times and felt compelled to drive to his gallery in Woodstock (Vermont), book-in-hand, to meet Mr. Caulfield and see his paintings in person. There I was first greeted by his wife Marilyn while he walked from around his easel to say hello. He was happy to personalize my copy while we chatted amongst his beautiful paintings....yes, I came home with my first "Caulfield" painting that day and it's in his book. This first edition book by such an inspired artist is a must own for all art collectors and/or anyone who appreciates the beauty of art and life. I would also recommend visiting the artists website, and if your inWoodstock, VT visit his gallery where he and his lovely wife Marilynwill greet you at the door.