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Review by: MandyApgar
Mostly known for his "Americana" series popularized in various puzzles and calendars, Wysocki was at his passing the premiere American folk artist - specializing in old time country scenes, holiday themed paintings with hidden folkloric references, and also (oddly enough) cats. This book is mostly concerned with the former and is arranged as if the reader is viewing the works in order of season. Along with each painting Wysocki gives an explanation of sorts as to the origins of the work and themes behind it. Although his work can be seen as a bit "blocky" or not naturalistic - an unfortunate side effect of the omnipresent puzzles - his range is shown in several other pieces possessing a strong realism.
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