Maud Lewis

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Maud Lewis (1903-1970) was a Canadian folk artist known for her charming and distinctive style of painting. She was born in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. Despite living a challenging life marked by poverty and physical disability due to severe rheumatoid arthritis, Maud Lewis's artwork has gained international recognition and is celebrated for its simplicity, bright colors, and whimsical depictions of rural life in Nova Scotia.

Maud Lewis' work primarily consisted of small, colorful paintings that often featured scenes of nature, animals, landscapes, and everyday life in the maritime provinces of Canada. Her use of vibrant colors and childlike style have endeared her to many art enthusiasts. She painted on various surfaces, including scraps of wood, cardboard, and even her own home, which she transformed into a work of art. She lived in a tiny one-room house without running water or electricity, which she decorated with her paintings.