America's Distinguished Artists: last names beginning with Dha-Doz

America's Distinguished Artists

a national registry of historic artists

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Deceased American artists and artisans of note who created representational art are indexed in this catalogue by last name in alphabetical order. There are references to Resource Library texts and those from other sites. Click on letters below to access the alphabetical index.

Thornton Dial, Sr. from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Thornton Dial from Wikipedia

George S. Dibble from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see George S. Dibble from J. Willard Marriott Library

Cecil Dick from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Cecil Dick from Wikipedia

William Dickerson from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see William Dickerson from Kiechel Fine Art in Lincoln Nebraska

Edwin Dickinson from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist) also see Edwin Walter Dickinson from Wikipedia

Preston Dickinson from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see William Preston Dickinson from Wikipedia

(above: Preston Dickinson, Still Life in Interior, c. 1920-22, oil on canvas, 50 x 36.4 inches, Art Institute of Chicago. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons*)

(above: Preston Dickinson, Outskirts of the City, unknown, watercolor on paper, 9.8 x 14.8 inches, Columbus Museum of Art. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons*)

Ross Edward Dickinson from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Ross Dickinson from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Sidney Edward Dickinson from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist)

Charles J. Dickman from Resource Library biography dedicated to this artist by a named author

Mary Reina Di Crispino from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist)

Richard Diebenkorn from Resource Library articles (dedicated solely to this artist)

Hunt Diederich from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see W. Hunt Diederich from D. Wigmore Fine Art, Inc.

Arthur Diehl from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist) also see Arthur Vidal Diehl from Provincetown Artist Registry

Frederick Dielman from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Frederick Dielman from Wikipedia

Angel DeCora Dietz from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Angel DeCora Dietz from Wikipedia

Phil (Philip Latimer) Dike from Resource Library essay (dedicated solely to this artist by a named author) also see Phil Dike from California Watercolor

Blanche Dillaye from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Blanche Dillaye from Wikipedia

Burgoyne Diller from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Burgoyne Diller from Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution and Burgoyne Diller from Sullivan Goss, an American Gallery

Edith Dimock from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Edith Dimock from Wikipedia

Walt Disney from Resource Library essay (dedicated solely to this artist by a named author) also see Walter Elias "Walt" Disney from Wikipedia

Charles Temple Dix from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Charles Temple Dix from Antiques and Fine Art

Eulabee Dix from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Eulabee Dix from Wikipedia

Francis Stillwell Dixon from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Francis Dixon from Bellus Fine Art

Maynard Dixon from Resource Library essay (dedicated solely to this artist by a named author)

Paintings by Maynard Dixon

(above: Maynard Dixon, Home of the Desert Rat, c. 1944-1945, oil on canvas, Phoenix Art Museum. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons*)

(above: Maynard Dixon, Watching from the Housetops, 1931, oil on canvas, Phoenix Art Museum. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons*)

D. Cary Dodd from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist)

Lamar Dodd from Resource Library essay (dedicated solely to this artist by a named author) also see Lamar Dodd from Wikipedia

Lois Dodd from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist) also see Lois Dodd from artcritical, LLC

Arthur Burnside Dodge from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Arthur Burnside Dodge from The Dodge Family Association

Frances Farrand Dodge from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Frances Farrand Dodge from Wikipedia

Jeremiah Dodge from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Jeremiah Dodge from New-York Historical Society

John Wood Dodge from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see John Wood Dodge from Smithsonian American Art Museum

William DeLeftwich Dodge from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist

Stevan Dohanos from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Stevan Dohanos from Wikipedia

Pauline Dohn from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Pauline A Dohn from M. Christine Schwartz Collection

Elizabeth Honor Dolan from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Elizabeth Dolan from Kiechel Fine Art

Albert Lauck Dalbey from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author)

John Henry Dolph from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see John Henry Dolph from Wikipedia

Jan Marinus Domela from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Jan Marinus Domela from Wikipedia

John Donaghy from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author)

G.Ruger Donoho from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Gaines Ruger Donoho from Fine Estate Art

(above: Gaines Ruger Donoho, The Mount, c. 1879-89, oil on canvas, 16.3 x 34.5 inches, High Museum of Art, Purchase with funds from Margaret and Terry Stend Endowment for the Acquisition of American Art, Margaretta J. Taylor and in honor of Glen Verrill from his friends, Howard and Helen Elkins, Jack and Russel Huber, Florence Dayan, Kevin and Candy OGara, Sally and Allen McDaniel, Joyceand Henry Schwob, and Margaret and Terry Stent. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons*)

Amos Doolittle from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Amos Doolittle from Wikipedia

Clara Dooner from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author)

Sarah E. Dorr from Resource Library biography dedicated to this artist by a named author

Thomas J. Dorsey from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Thomas J. Dorsey from Albany Institute of History & Art

Anna M. Doty from Resource Library biography dedicated to this artist by a named author

John Doty from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist)

Bertha H. Dougherty from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Bertha H. Dougherty from Florence Griswold Museum

Paul Dougherty from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Paul Dougherty from Wikipedia

(above: Paul Dougherty, Crashing Waves (Coast of Maine), c. 1915, oil on canvas, 25.9 x 37 inches, Birmingham Museum of Art, 1994.162. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons*)

Paul Dougherty (1877-1947) was an American artist renowned for his dramatic seascapes and marine paintings. His work is distinguished by its dynamic compositions, masterful use of color, and the ability to convey the raw power and beauty of the ocean. Dougherty's motivations for painting were deeply rooted in his fascination with the sea, his commitment to capturing its various moods, and his desire to evoke an emotional response from his viewers.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, Dougherty showed an early interest in art. He initially studied law at Cornell University but soon abandoned his legal studies to pursue a career in painting. He was largely self-taught, though he did study briefly in Europe, where he was influenced by the works of the French Impressionists and the Barbizon School. These influences can be seen in his loose brushwork, vibrant color palette, and emphasis on capturing the effects of light and atmosphere.

Dougherty's primary subject matter was the sea. He was particularly drawn to the rugged coastlines of New England and the dramatic shores of California. His seascapes are characterized by their powerful depictions of crashing waves, turbulent skies, and rocky cliffs. Paintings such as "Breaking Surf" and "Rocks and Surf, Monhegan Island" showcase his ability to convey the energy and movement of the ocean, as well as the interplay of light and shadow on the water. Dougherty's works are notable for their sense of immediacy and their ability to transport the viewer to the scene, making them feel the wind and hear the roar of the waves.

One of Dougherty's primary motivations for painting the sea was his profound emotional connection to it. He spent much of his life near the coast, and the ocean was a constant source of inspiration and solace for him. Through his paintings, he sought to share this connection with others, capturing the beauty and majesty of the sea in all its forms. Whether depicting a tranquil harbor at sunset or a stormy seascape with crashing waves, Dougherty's work reflects his deep appreciation for the natural world and his ability to convey its power and beauty.

Dougherty was also motivated by a desire to capture the various moods and atmospheres of the sea. He was fascinated by the ever-changing nature of the ocean and sought to depict its many facets, from the calm and serene to the wild and tumultuous. This focus on the transient and dynamic qualities of the sea is evident in his use of color and light. He often painted en plein air, working outdoors to capture the immediate effects of light and weather on the landscape. This approach allowed him to create works that are both vivid and evocative, with a strong sense of presence and atmosphere.

In addition to his seascapes, Dougherty also painted landscapes and harbor scenes. These works, such as "Autumn in the White Mountains" and "Harbor Reflections," demonstrate his versatility as an artist and his ability to capture the beauty of different environments. However, it is his marine paintings that remain his most celebrated and enduring works.

Throughout his career, Dougherty received numerous accolades and exhibited widely in the United States and Europe. He was a member of several prestigious art organizations, including the National Academy of Design and the American Watercolor Society. His work was highly regarded for its technical skill and emotional depth, and he remains an influential figure in American marine painting.

In conclusion, Paul Dougherty's paintings are a testament to his deep fascination with the sea and his commitment to capturing its many moods and atmospheres. His dynamic seascapes, characterized by their vibrant color and powerful compositions, reflect his emotional connection to the ocean and his desire to share its beauty with others. Through his work, Dougherty has left a lasting legacy, inspiring viewers to appreciate the majesty and power of the natural world.

The above brief essay was generated by AI and edited in July, 2024.

Thomas Doughty from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Thomas Doughty from Questroyal Fine Art, LLC.

(above: Thomas Doughty, Lake of the Mountains, 1829, oil on canvas, De Young Museum. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons*)

Aaron Douglas from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist) also see Aaron Douglas from Wikipedia

Haldane Douglas from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Haldane Douglas from Wikipedia

Nellie Nampeyo Douma from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Nellie Douma Nampeyo from Adobe Gallery

Arthur G. Dove from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Arthur Garfield Dove from Wikipedia

(above: Arthur Dove, Thunderstorm, 1921, oil and metallic paint on canvas, 21.5 x 18.12 inches, Columbus Museum of Art. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons*)

Arthur Wesley Dow from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist)

Paintings by Arthur Wesley Dow

Robert Dowd from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist)

Olin Dows from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Olin Dows from Wikipedia

Michael J. Doyle from Resource Library biography dedicated to this artist by a named author

Sam Doyle from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Sam Doyle from Wikipedia

William Doyle from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see William Massey Stroud Doyle from Wikipedia

Otis Dozier from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Otis Dozier from from Texas State Historical Association

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