Ida A. Johnson
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Ida A. Johnson | |
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 Ida Johnson (1850–1931) | |
| Born | Ida Anna Johnson January 13, 1850 Nyack, New York, US |
| Died | March 7, 1931 (aged 81) |
| Occupation | Watercolorist |
| Partner | Josephine M. Culbertson |
Ida A. Johnson (January 13, 1850 – March 7, 1931) was an American painter. Johnson is known for her botanical still life and her China painting. With her partner, Josephine Mary Culbertson, they were active in various art communities. These art communities were based in Brooklyn, New York, Carmel-by-the-Sea and California. They welcomed fellow artists into their home at Carmel-by-the-Sea. This resulted in that they both played a role in establishing the Carmel Art Association. Johnston and Culbertson then became financial patrons of the local Boys Club. Johnson served as Chairwoman and Curator of the Museum of Last Year. [1] Moreover, Johnson endorsed the establishment of early library services at Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. [2]
Career
[edit]Johnson served as a ceramics lecturer at Adelphi College in New York for almost a decade. Thereafter, she held the presidency of the National Ceramic Society.[2][3] Her role as President was for a four year period. She founded a studio and salon in Brooklyn at 193 St. James Place, where she showcased her watercolors. The watercolors Song Birds of Our Land and Twilight Park where unveiled on April 2, 1898.[4] Then in 1899, she introduced an annual exhibition of her oil paintings and watercolors. The annual exhibition took place at her studio in Brooklyn. She also showcased ceramic works, including Coffee Set.[5] In 1901 Johnson and Culbertson continued to conduct their annual art reception at their studio. The annual art reception showcased a variety of watercolors to art aficionados.[6]
Gray Gables
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In 1906, Johnson and Culbertson reached Carmel-by-the-Sea, California.[7] They designated their abode as "Gray Gables" and made it accessible to local artists. "Gray Gables" was the venue for art shows and meetings for the Carmel Art Association on a regular basis.[8] Keramic Studio magazine published several of Johnson's art works in. The magazine focused on porcelain artists and potters of the time. Her art, California Wild Flowers, Matilija Poppy, and California Poppy showcased in the 1912 publication.[9]
Carmel Free Library
[edit]The Carmel Free Library commenced operations on October 5, 1905.[10] Johnson served as the president of the library board and she also employed there as a librarian.[11]
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References
[edit]- ^ "HISTORIC CONTEXT STATEMENT CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA" (PDF).
- ^ a b "Ida A Johnson - Biography".
- ^ "Ida A. Johson" (PDF). Traditional Fine Arts Organization. pp. 457–458. Retrieved July 20, 2023.
- ^ "Art and Artists". Times Union. Brooklyn, New York. April 2, 1898. p. 13. Retrieved July 19, 2023.
- ^ "In Local Studios". The Brooklyn Daily Eagle. Brooklyn, New York. March 26, 1899. p. 18. Retrieved July 19, 2023.
- ^ "Coming Art Reception". The Brooklyn Citizen. Brooklyn, New York. March 24, 1901. p. 16. Retrieved July 19, 2023.
- ^ Hughes, Edan Milton (January 1, 1989). Artists in California, 1786-1940 (2nd ed.). San Francisco, USA: Hughes Pub Co; Subsequent edition. p. 109. ISBN 978-0961611217.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: date and year (link) - ^ Kent Seavey (May 10, 2002). "Department Of Parks And Recreation" (PDF). National Park Service. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
- ^ Leonard, Anna B.; Robineau, Adelaide Alsop (1912). "Keramic Studio Volume 14". Keramic Studio Publishing Company. p. 13. Retrieved July 20, 2023.
- ^ Library, California State (1908). "News Notes of California Libraries Volume 3". California State Library. Retrieved July 20, 2023.
- ^ "History of the Library".
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