Maud Lewis and her Little House

Maud Lewis is an iconic Nova Scotia folk artist who perfectly captures the feel of the Maritimes. There is so much about her story that endears her. She lived in the tiny house above, that is on display in it's entirety in the Nova Scotia Art Gallery, and painted despite crippling childhood arthritis and quite a tragic life. She is a little tiny ray of sunshine and despite her troubles was said to always be cheerful and positive. This is all reflected in her art that once sold for 10 cents a picture and now goes for closer to $20 000. 

While Mum and Dad were here they went and saw the recent movie that came out about her life and then I took them to the gallery to see her work. I really love being in the gallery. I love Maud's tributes to the seasons and how she adds happiness and charm to each of her pieces. Of all the beautiful art there is, hers captures for me what it is to be in Nova Scotia, the quaintness, the beauty and the joy that each season can bring if only you allow yourself to see it.