Back yard in Copper Center
“Flying High” acrylic on canvas original painting by Gail Niebrugge. Sold.
During our first summer in Copper Center we learned that most residents lived a subsistence life-style, they burned wood for heat, had no running water, bathroom facilities consisted of an outhouse and a large galvanized tub for bathing. We lived that way for awhile, it was a great adventure but not something that I wanted to continue.
On the other hand, I was fascinated by the hand-made log cabins surrounded by the wildflower Fireweed, flanked by outbuildings and yards scattered with remnants of old vehicles saved for spare parts. Visually I was drawn to paint these scenes of rural dwellings. Many were done plein air, but most were painted from my direct research in the field and completed indoors. I was consumed by painting and in love with my subject matter.
More tomorrow,
Gail Niebrugge, Alaska Artist
