South Dakota Arts Council
Pierre, SD
The SDAC is a state government grantmaking agency supported by the State of South Dakota, through the Dept. of Tourism, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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“The subject, Regina Brunz, emigrated to the United States from Ukraine when she was a high school junior. This portrait was done when she was a college junior at the University of Sioux Falls. Much of my inspiration is derived from the classical imagery of the Old Masters. I aspire to create that timeless quality in my own paintings. I want my work to capture the simple transcendent beauty of what is experienced day to day.”
- Anna Youngers
- Portait of Young Woman, 2009
- Oil paint on linen
- Framed: 14 x 18 in (35.56 x 45.72 cm)
Driven by innate curiosity and love of discovery, Anna Youngers uses her brushes and canvas to investigate a deeper understanding of the natural world. Anna began her professional training early in life when at the age of 16 she undertook a four-year classical apprenticeship at Pantura Studios. She credits her classical atelier training with providing her a foundation in draftsmanship and the technical craft of oil painting. Her working methods continue to evolve but remain rooted in the classical tradition.
- Current Location: MacKay Building - Dept. of Education, State Library - State Library Reference Area - 800 Governors Drive PIERRE, SD 57501 (google map)
- Collections: Art For State Buildings
Other Work From South Dakota Arts Council and artist Anna Youngers
