Georgia Speller

Verges, Georgia
Virgil, Georgia

American, 1931 - 1988

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The image features bold and uneven shapes and lines, creating an abstract composition. Different figures with exaggerated features are outlined in vivid colors - pink, green, and blue. The figures appear to be sitting on a surface, possibly engaged in conversation or a musical activity. One figure is depicted holding a guitar. The composition is framed with sweeping strokes of browns, blues, and greens, with patterns that suggest clothing or movement. The scene has a lively and animated feel. The connection to human forms is evident, although the rendering is distinctly abstract.
Georgia Speller, Music People on TV, 1987, opaque watercolor and graphite on wove paper, Patrons' Permanent Fund and Gift of the Souls Grown Deep Foundation, 2020.28.25

Music People on TV

Georgia Speller · 1987 · opaque watercolor and graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2020.28.25

The image shows human-like figures on a pink background with bold, abstract shapes and lines accentuating their forms. The figure on the left has a stylized body in yellow and red colors. The center figure wears a white and green hat. The figure on the right has blue tones with green hair and yellow boots. The composition uses bright colors and abstract forms to create a lively scene.
Georgia Speller, Gloria Jean with Her Old Man and Sally Brown, a Friend Lady, 1987, transparent and opaque watercolor and acrylic with graphite on wove paper, Patrons' Permanent Fund and Gift of the Souls Grown Deep Foundation, 2020.28.24

Gloria Jean with Her Old Man and Sally Brown, a Friend Lady

Georgia Speller · 1987 · transparent and opaque watercolor and acrylic with graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2020.28.24