Alma Thomas, Wind and Crepe Myrtle Concerto , 1973. Acrylic paint on canvas; 35 x 52 in. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Vincent Melzac, 1975.92.2.
beautiful and bright. It’s absolutely a gift that she is giving us.” Dr. Jones-Coplin, who in addition to her floral design business has a doctorate in clinical psychology, noted that, “Art is healing. Taking something that comes from within you and being able to externalize that mental health difficulty and allowing other people to hold it and share it with you.” Alma Thomas’s constant source of inspiration was nature, whether seen through her kitchen window or from outer space. Throughout politically charged times in American history and life, Thomas maintained her belief in the healing power of beauty and dedicated her life to its cultivation and expression through art— something that feels especially important in today’s world. As Thomas said, “Love comes from looking.” Watch the video and then explore Composing Color for yourself—it’s on view at the DAM
through January 12, 2025, and is included with general admission, which is free for members and everyone 18 and under. Please also support the work of Cleo Parker Robinson Dance, Black + Blossomed, Jordan Casteel and Human-Focused Media. Composing Color: Paintings by Alma Thomas is organized by the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Generous support has been provided by the Helen Frankenthaler Foundation, Chris G. Harris, the Wolf Kahn Foundation and Susan Talley. Support for the presentation at the Denver Art Museum is provided by the Birnbaum Social Discourse Project, the donors to the Annual Fund Leadership Campaign and the residents who support the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). Promotional support is provided by 5280 Magazine and CBS Colorado. Carleen Brice is Associate Director of Content at the DAM. Andy Sinclair is Communications and Media Relations Manager at the DAM.
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