Suzanne P. Lamon: Paintbox Cornucopia
August 1 @ 11:00 am - December 31 @ 7:00 pm
Suzanne P. Lamon: Paintbox Cornucopia
Ferguson Gallery, Museum of Art + History
August 1 – December 31, 2024
Visit the Museum of Art + History’s Ferguson Gallery from August to December 2024 to experience Paintbox Cornucopia, a captivating exhibition featuring the works of Suzanne P. Lamon. From her early days as an art student encouraged to paint “her life” to her profound personal challenges and resilience, this exhibition explores Lamon’s journey through self-discovery and expression.
At 15, Lamon’s ambition to be an artist was kindled and later fueled by her academic mentor who advised her to draw inspiration from her own experiences. Her search for subject matter led her through various roles—from cowboying to driving a log truck in the isolation of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho. These experiences deepened her connection with the world, a theme vividly explored in her early works like Blue Axe.
The exhibition also delves into more tumultuous times in Lamon’s life, such as her battle with sarcoma that led to the amputation of her arm, profoundly impacting her artistic expression. Works like Trying To Wake the Dead and The Moon Takes a Ride showcase her resilience, capturing both her anguish and her unyielded passion for life and art.
In recent years, Lamon’s work has evolved to reflect a newfound serenity and a continuous celebration of life, as seen in Spring Ahead. Through adversity, her paintings—and her horses—have remained steadfast companions, embodying her enduring spirit and relentless creativity.
Join us to witness the compelling narrative of Suzanne P. Lamon, an artist whose life and canvas intertwine to tell a story of challenge, change, and triumph.