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Georgia O'Keeffe: The Artist Who Captured the Essence of America

From Wisconsin to the Southwest

From her birthplace in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, Georgia O'Keeffe's world expanded in stages. In her early years, she studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and the Art Students League in New York City. But it was her travels to the Southwest that had a profound impact on her work.

Abstract Landscapes and Iconic Flowers

O'Keeffe's paintings are known for their bold compositions, simplified forms, and vibrant colors. She was particularly drawn to the landscapes of New Mexico, where she captured the vastness of the desert and the beauty of the flowers that bloomed there. Her iconic flower paintings, such as “Oriental Poppies” and “Red Canna,” are both abstract and highly recognizable.