Author: Elizabeth Gleason
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Calico Season
Three Calico Cartoons for the Post Journal. My grandfather took an annual fishing trip to Lady Evelyn every year. April 6, 1955- Post Journal
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Blue Jay Bounty
In this evocative painting by Merrill Coffin, titled “Blue Jay Bounty,” the artist transports us to a picturesque countryside scene imbued with the rich colors and textures of fall. Set against a backdrop of a clear blue sky dotted with birds in flight, the composition is anchored by a quaint…
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Wedding Anniversary
1945 Photograph of Merrill & his wife Lois on their honeymoon at Niagara Falls. They were married for over 60 years. Today would have been their 68th wedding anniversary.
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Autumn Barn
Merrill Coffin’s “Autumn Barn” captures the essence of fall’s poignant beauty. A rolling hay field sets the stage, adorned with a barn that stands proudly amidst the rustic charm of nature. A couple, seated on a stone wall behind a timeworn wooden fence, becomes a central focus, immersing themselves in…
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The Battle of the High Seas
Merrill Coffin’s painting ‘The Battle of the High Seas’ shares the intense naval clash between a resilient British Ship and a formidable French Ship. The dynamic scene unfolds with the British ship’s tattered sails adorned with battle scars – a testament to the fierce struggle for supremacy. The canvas captures…
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Pheasant in the Mist
In ‘Pheasant in the Mist’, Merrill Coffin captures the quiet elegance of a lone pheasant amidst a serene, misty landscape. The background fades into a soft, grey-blue fog, evoking a calm, ethereal atmosphere. Behind the pheasant, delicate, dried white wildflowers add a touch of understated beauty, while golden grass sways…
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Morning Stroll
Merrill Coffin’s ‘Morning Stroll,’ completed in 1991, captures the serene beauty of a winter morning in meticulous detail. The focal point of the painting is a majestic pheasant gracefully strolling across a snow-covered landscape. Each brushstroke skillfully depicts the delicate patterns of the bird’s feathers and the subtle texture of…