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A brief discussion on the folklorist definition of “folk artist” examines whether memory painters should be categorized as contemporary artists drawing on traditional folk cultural backgrounds, as opposed to folk artists whose work exemplifies and maintains community traditions. Accompanying examples of paintings by memory painters are provided for comparison, along with links to artist descriptions of their work. examines whether memory painters should be categorized as contemporary artists drawing on traditional folk cultural backgrounds, as opposed to folk artists whose work exemplifies and maintains community traditions. Accompanying examples of paintings by memory painters are provided for comparison, along with links to artist descriptions of their work. <br><em>Contains photos.</em>

Henry Watson: Farrier

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