155:365 Folk Art
In Summerville, Georgia, there is a place called Paradise Gardens. It was the home of Howard Finster, a famous folk artist. He started in 1960 to build an elaborate sculpture garden in and around his home. His sculptures are made of cast-off junk and trash. Mr. Finster was an evangelist preacher. He loved Jesus and he apparently had a fascination with Elvis and Coca-Cola . . . a true Southern gentleman. This picture is a close-up of a self portrait that is on the outside of the chapel in the gardens. Theme #104.
11 comments:
Fascinating! It reminds me of Watt's Towers in California. I hope you'll be showing us more photos of the place but I couldn't help but Google to get a sneak preview.
Very creative, and I, too, look forward to possibly seeing some more pics of the place!
This is so unique - what a great find!
Great shot! Sometimes it's difficult to get a good shot of artwork and you've done a great job with this one.
Nice shot of a wonderful piece of folk art.
ooh,hope evryone went to see this large at flickr! Nice even if I'm not sure I want to be in his head. I too hope you take us back for more.
This is a great piece of art and a wonderful photo of it.
This looks like he wanted us to see the Lord in him, with the message written on his soul....
What an interesting self-portrait, great shot!
What a unique piece! Love the eyes...fabulous shot!
Very interesting piece of art. Nice find.
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