Artwork I Grew Up With - 'Eleanor' by Frank Weston Benson

This is the second instalment in the 'Art I Grew Up With' series of Blog posts where I revisit a cherished and much loved painting from my childhood.

I'm very pleased to present - 'Eleanor' by Frank Weston Benson.

"‘Eleanor’ by Frank Weston Benson was always a breath of fresh air – almost literally! Whenever I looked at this painting I felt uplifted. The beautiful summer’s day just about leapt off the canvas. It was so inviting and I easily imagined myself transported into the scene, perched alongside Eleanor on the fence, engaging in pleasant conversation. Afterwards, we would venture down to the lakeside, the water beckoning a stolen swim or secret paddle to ease the effects of the late afternoon heat."

You can read the full article on 'Eleanor' at: https://abstractedreality.com/artwork-i-grew-up-with-eleanor/