Figurative Painting of Hands "Threading For Light" by Contemporary Realism Artist Carol A. McIntyre

Candle making & soap making were the two most time-consuming activities for the home (and critical). Using molds or tallow dipping were the two ways of making candles. Women collected the tallow from meat fats, bought the wicking & iron molds, and provided the skill & labor. Significant experience was necessary to be able to make dipped candles because the candle mixture must be just the right temperature for the candle to take another layer of wax. It is interesting to note that each candle had a brightness comparable to our 10 watt bulb and was used mainly for reading & sewing. Their lives in the winter were much darker than ours are today.

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23"x16" Watercolor on Paper/Available

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Figurative Painting of Hands "IT TAKES RHYTHM" by Contemporary Realism Artist Carol A. McIntyre

Rhythm and hand strength are vital in milking a cow. Milking is one of the many reasons women had such strong hands back in the 1800's. Women and children were often the ones who tended the animals. Cows, chickens, dogs, goats and horses were obviously critical to their survival.

PAINTING MY PASSION: AN ARTIST'S JOURNEY WITH THE WOMEN OF THE WEST

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18"x23" Watercolor on Paper/SOLD

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Figurative Painting, of Hands "It's Monday" by Contemporary Realism Artist Carol A. McIntyre

PAINTING MY PASSION: AN ARTIST'S JOURNEY WITH THE WOMEN OF THE WEST

A visual artist's voice is rarely heard in words. Inspired by history, I pursued my dream of creating a large body of artwork commemorating the women of the 1800's. This memoir is an intimate glimpse into my artistic life, creative decision making, the struggles and triumphs, and the lessons learned while painting my passion. 

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Routinely, washing was done on the same day each week. Here we see the time consuming and necessary activity being completed outside. Bluing, lye soap, hot water, a wash board and "elbow grease" were the typical materials available to keep the dirt and grime down to a minimum on the family's clothes.

22"x30" Watercolor on Paper/Available

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Figurative Painting, of Hands "THE COMMUNITY QUILT" by Contemporary Realism Artist Carol A. McIntyre

PAINTING MY PASSION: AN ARTIST'S JOURNEY WITH THE WOMEN OF THE WEST

A visual artist's voice is rarely heard in words. Inspired by history, I pursued my dream of creating a large body of artwork commemorating the women of the 1800's. This memoir is an intimate glimpse into my artistic life, creative decision making, the struggles and triumphs, and the lessons learned while painting my passion. 

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The art of patchwork quilting is all-American & is perhaps one of the first visible forms of recycling. An old shirt or pair of dungarees often found new life in a bed covering. Here, the local community gathers to quilt the finished cover to the batting and to discuss current events of the day. Quilting provided a means of self-expression. Through color, patterns, images & words woven into their quilts, women demonstrated their creativity, told stores & commemorated significant events. For example, quilts with certain patterns or hung outside in certain ways, were used to direct slaves to freedom.

14"x22" Watercolor on Paper/Available

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A 9.25"x13" limited edition giclee print is available for $95.00.

Please contact Carol to purchase. The image is printed on archival watercolor paper with a 1.5" border. It is a lovely reproduction of the original.


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Figure Painting of Hands "CHOCOLATE CAKE" by Contemporary Realism Artist Carol A. McIntyre

PAINTING MY PASSION: AN ARTIST'S JOURNEY WITH THE WOMEN OF THE WEST

A visual artist's voice is rarely heard in words. Inspired by history, I pursued my dream of creating a large body of artwork commemorating the women of the 1800's. This memoir is an intimate glimpse into my artistic life, creative decision making, the struggles and triumphs, and the lessons learned while painting my passion. 

Click Here to read about or purchase my book.

Click HERE to view the entire collection of paintings from this series.


"Chocolate Cake" conveys a couple of messages. It not only depicts women's necessary work in the kitchen, but also shows the contrasts of this time period. This pregnant or plump woman with broken an dirty finger nails and few resources, is able and willing to create a luxury item - fresh chocolate cake. Undoubtedly, house guests were the reason to create this special treat out on the prairie.


18"x25" Watercolor on Paper/Available

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A 9.25"x13" limited edition giclee print is available for $95.00.

Please contact Carol to purchase. The image is printed on archival watercolor paper with a 1.5" border. It is a lovely reproduction of the original.

View more of my work at http://carolamcintyre.com