Banner Elk, NC
There is a wonderful old house in Banner Elk, NC that has been the subject of several of my paintings...it is a virtual treasure trove of artist ideas.
The front of this beauty is nearly hidden from view by two tremendous Blue Spruce trees. The closer you get to the front porch, the larger those trees grow. This could be a mountain version of Downton Abbey. I fantasize about some wonderful old parties that may have been held at this mansion...mountain style.
The front of this beauty is nearly hidden from view by two tremendous Blue Spruce trees. The closer you get to the front porch, the larger those trees grow. This could be a mountain version of Downton Abbey. I fantasize about some wonderful old parties that may have been held at this mansion...mountain style.
Blue Spruce
My latest painting is from that close-up perspective...right before you climb the steps and cross that wonderful porch. Full length windows would allow you to peer into the party and see the guests and hear the music...maybe even a small trio from the Lees-McRae College just up the road.
Alas, this lovely lady has long been abandoned and is showing her age and lack of attention. Last year, a vagrant started a fire in the back of the house and nearly burned it to the ground. It looks like the last time someone had a party...it was Christmas. I don't know the year, but they had lights stapled to her clapboard and gingerbread front posts. This is "Blue Spruce."
I need to look up that history professor at Appalachian State and get the rest of the story...I'm hoping it's a doozie.
Alas, this lovely lady has long been abandoned and is showing her age and lack of attention. Last year, a vagrant started a fire in the back of the house and nearly burned it to the ground. It looks like the last time someone had a party...it was Christmas. I don't know the year, but they had lights stapled to her clapboard and gingerbread front posts. This is "Blue Spruce."
I need to look up that history professor at Appalachian State and get the rest of the story...I'm hoping it's a doozie.
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