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DiaporamaAlong the Canyon Road
51.0 x 77.0 cm
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Artist Biography
Early Life and Education
- Born: February 5, 1886, Penns Grove, New Jersey
- Parents: Martin and Louis Dunklau Hennings (German immigrants)
- Family moved to Chicago around 1889.
- Developed an early interest in art, inspired by a visit to the Art Institute of Chicago at age 12.
- Studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago from 1900-1904, graduating with honors.
- Mentored by John Vanderpoel, who significantly influenced his artistic development.
- Further studies included illustration courses with Thomas Wood Stevens and outdoor painting in Saugatuck, Michigan.
Career Development and Artistic Influences
- Initially worked as a commercial artist in Chicago, creating murals and portraits.
- Briefly studied at the Royal Academy in Munich and the Academy of Fine Arts, Munich under Angelo Junk, Walter Thor, and Franz von Stuck.
- Became a member of the American Artists Club in Munich (1914).
- Influenced by European modernist art during his time in Munich.
- Carter Harrison Jr.'s patronage led to a pivotal trip to Taos, New Mexico in 1917.
- Permanent relocation to Taos in 1923 marked a significant shift in his artistic focus.
- Joined the Taos Society of Artists in 1924.
Artistic Style and Subject Matter
- Developed a distinctive style characterized by thin layers of paint, warm tones, and stylized lines.
- Primarily focused on portrait painting, particularly depicting Native Americans living around Taos Pueblo.
- Frequently painted en plein air (outdoors), capturing the natural beauty of the Southwestern landscape.
- His compositions often featured decorative patterns and a sense of quiet dignity.
- Early works showed classical realism, evolving into a more colorful and precise style after his time in Munich.
Major Achievements and Recognition
- Won numerous awards throughout his career, including the Clyde M. Carr Memorial Prize, Martin B. Cahn Prize, and the Englewood Women's Club prize from the Art Institute of Chicago.
- Exhibited extensively in both Chicago and New Mexico.
- Received twelve national prizes between 1916 and 1938.
- Recognized as one of the most talented painters within the Taos Society of Artists.
- Commissioned by the Santa Fe Railway for a series of paintings depicting the Navajo Reservation.
Historical Significance
- Contributed significantly to the development and promotion of Southwestern art.
- His portraits of Native Americans offer valuable insights into early 20th-century life in Taos Pueblo.
- As a member of the Taos Society of Artists, he helped establish Taos as a major center for American artists.
- His work reflects a blend of European academic training and Southwestern influences, creating a unique artistic voice.
- Died May 19, 1956 in Taos, New Mexico.
Ernest Martin Hennings
1886 - 1956 , United States of America
Quick Facts
- Artistic Movement Or Style: Realism, Western art
- Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Taos Society of Artists']
- Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
- Franz von Stuck
- John Vanderpoel
- Date Of Birth: February 5, 1886
- Date Of Death: May 19, 1956
- Full Name: Ernest Martin Hennings
- Nationality: American
- Notable Artworks:
- Spanish Beggars
- An Indian Ong
- Place Of Birth: Penns Grove, United States
