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About Barbara Steele Thibodeaux
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Questions about folk art, primitive art, naive art, self-taught art, outsider art, art brut, cajun art, southern art, southern self-taught artists, Louisiana art.

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Artist, painting since 1990.

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Degree in Interior Design

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Barbara Steele Thibodeaux 
In Category  Painting

SubjectDate Asked

oil painting11/21/2009
  Q: I have a painting signed by Lumen winter,it is of two horses in a field with mountains in the back,i ...
  A: Regardless of whether you can find anything for your specific painting, if it is an original, and if ...
painting11/9/2009
  Q: my late grandma gave me a painting of a hay wain by john constable i am just wondering how much is ...
  A: First of all, the value will depend upon whether this is a print or an original painting. There is ...
oil paintings?11/6/2009
  Q: I have 2 oil paintings (one done by a Harriett V Furness and the other is an unknown name) of a ...
  A: I was not able to find anything specific about your paintings, I did find one that sold by that ...
C Inness9/24/2009
  Q: Is a signature by C Inness on an oil painting of any significance? I have attached a picture. ...
  A: This is possibly a painting by Clara Inness. Clara Davis Inness. Born in Illinois on Nov. 2, 1874. ...
Dr. Velen Fanderlik9/23/2009
  Q: I am researching Dr. Velen Fanderlik. I recently acquired a box of original lino cuts and would like ...
  A: There is quite a bit available about him on the internet. Here are some links I found which are ...
E. Garin Painting9/12/2009
  Q: Do you have any information about a Eugene Garin Oil Painting called "Sea Gull Cove"? Are there any ...
  A: I was not able to find that particular print, but there are a few at Allposters.com: ...
need help looking for artist9/9/2009
  Q: My uncle has a painting he got at a yardsale, and the signature says... M. Ditter or M. Dittel and ...
  A: It sounds like you might have one by M Dittel...here is what I found: http://www.ditlef.com/MD.html ...
artist and mural identification8/6/2009
  Q: WI. The mural is quite large almost 80 feet long and 15 feet high. I believe the paint is a normal ...
  A: Well, I do not know first hand about this artist. However, it appears that the name Lautenschlager ...
folk art painting7/27/2009
  Q: Do you know who did this painting? It was bought from the estate of a former Dallas mayor. He had ...
  A: I cannot really tell from the photo, but it looks like it might possibly be a Clementine Hunter ...
sell on web7/25/2009
  Q: What could be the best web sites to sell my paintings ?
  A: The best way is to find lots of site where you can sell...there are lots of them, some are free, ...
Robert Sarsony Painting7/23/2009
  Q: I believe that I have an original Robert Sarsony painting. I bought it in Newark in the early 70's. ...
  A: I really cannot tel if something is original by a photo, and I do not have the artist's email ...
A.D. Greer3/6/2009
  Q: ...I live in Tyler....I inherited my parents home-lost mom in 99 and dad, recentgly...am a college ...
  A: Well, based on some of what I have found, if I were you, I would definitely find a reputable art ...
painting,by whom?2/25/2009
  Q: i have a painting, maybe a copy, with a pueblo on right, river in center, and layered mountains in ...
  A: Without seeing an image, it is difficult to know, but there is a possibility your artist is Jasper ...
Robert Sarsony2/10/2009
  Q: We have an original sketch by Sarsony entitled "Young Girl Smiling". My husband bought the sketch ...
  A: I do not have any exact figures for your sketch, but these sites might be of some help to you... ...
wrong picture - raoul12/5/2008
  Q: barbara - i'm sorry, you must think i'm nuts - i added the wrong image for the raoul raymond ...
  A: Well, that picture does help :-) thanks for resending the question... I was not able to find a lot ...
Oil Painting by Robert E. Singleton12/3/2008
  Q: In 1964 Singleton painted an abstract oil for me that is signed on the front and a personal message ...
  A: You might already have these resources, but just in case you don't... http://www.resingleton.com/ ...
antique paintng, unrecognisable signature11/16/2008
  Q: please follow the link below to see the painting and see if you can recognise it or read the ...
  A: Jay, I could not identify that signature either, but the piece looks like it might be valuable. if ...
folk art painting11/9/2008
  Q: I've just recently become very interested in folk art and I have been trying to learn some of the ...
  A: This site might be of some help to you...it is quite informative. ...
Aldo Luango11/3/2008
  Q: I'm hoping you can give me some information on a painting that I have recently acquired. It Measures ...
  A: I believe this is by artist Aldo Luongo. here are some resources to give you an idea of where to ...
Louisiana Bayou Scenes10/27/2008
  Q: Post Katrina. Looking for bayou scene paintings possibly with egrets/pelicans. Lived on Lake ...
  A: There are many Louisiana artists who might have some of what you are looking for. You did not state ...
best pen or marker for getting signatures on canvas10/25/2008
  Q: I am no expert on painting and have little artistic ability. However, I do have a somewhat related ...
  A: The most important feature of whatever pen you choose is to make sure it is permanent, and archival ...
Folk Portrait Painting of 3 Children10/21/2008
  Q: Please see the attached. If you would like to see more detailed pictures, just let me know where to ...
  A: You have a fabulous piece of our country's history! I would not even begin to tell you what it is ...
painting by warner panier9/30/2008
  Q: I have a large painting of a field being plowed by a man with a plow and horse. There is a domed ...
  A: Turner manufacturing is one of the largest producers of decorative pieces for the home. They had a ...
balinese art???4/22/2008
  Q: I acquired a painting that was purchased at an estate auction about 20 years ago. It appears to be ...
  A: I cannot be sure, but it sounds like you have a painting by the artist in the links below... ...
Folk Art Piece4/19/2008
  Q: Ms. Thibodeaux, I have a piece of folk art and cannot seem to get an ansewer from anyone on. My ...
  A: I don't have any way of knowing what your piece is worth, but if it is that old, it could be of some ...
poster colour4/11/2008
  Q: Can Winsor & Newton Poster Colours be used as/or with acrylic paint? I bid on what I thought would ...
  A: I have never used these types of paints myself, but from what I can tell, they are a form of gouache ...
direction3/14/2008
  Q: I've been painting and selling on Ebay for about 7 years now and I have one series in particular ...
  A: Let me begin by saying I love your work! It has evolved into something quite unique and charming. ...
painting signature2/20/2008
  Q: I have a large painting and it is signed Hancock in the lower right connor of the picture. I don't ...
  A: I really would have no idea who the artist is. What I did find is a google search with different ...
Kay Ameche2/17/2008
  Q: I have an original oil painting of Kay Ameche I'd like to sell. The painting was signed by her: GIRL ...
  A: Here are some sites that give some info about her...you will probably want to get an appraisal ...
Luigi Lucioni painting1/31/2008
  Q: I have a Luigi Lucioni water color labeled The Red Barns of Vermont in a matte frame and is 27 X 21 ...
  A: Here are some links that might be helpful: http://www.artcyclopedia.com/gallery/lucioni_luigi.html ...
folk art1/17/2008
  Q: I am an aspiring folk artist, especially Norwegian rosemaling. I also use aspects of Swedish and ...
  A: My opinion is that as any kind of artist, you have the freedom to express your indiviualism. ...
Kay Ameche1/1/2008
  Q: I have the original Kay Ameche called LaJolla. It was painted over by Kay after the person who ...
  A: I have to say, I do not know the values of these, but it sounds like it could be substantial. If I ...
Sessions10/22/2007
  Q: I just purchased a watercolor of a submarine on the surface with gun crew sinking a cargo ship. I ...
  A: This is James Milton Sessions, and here are some links with info about him.... ...
Painting on Tin10/11/2007
  Q: We have a painting in our family that we can find no information on. It has been passed down from ...
  A: I did not find much, but maybe some of these possiblilites will give you some more leads... ...
Emmitt Kelly Jr, Rust9/27/2007
  Q: I have come across several LE oil paintings of Emmitt Kelly Jr painted by Rust. I am curious if you ...
  A: Here are a group of sites that might give you more information... ...
Signature9/16/2007
  Q: A friend recently bought a fine oil painting and the signature is GARE. The painting is about 20" x ...
  A: That is something that will take some investigation. I would try to find places that have or did ...
Signature9/14/2007
  Q: A friend recently bought a fine oil painting and the signature is GARE. The painting is about 20" x ...
  A: I have no way of knowing for sure, but it could be possible. I found a site where it shows a ...
Reaching larger market9/2/2007
  Q: My name is R B McGrath. I am a painter. I paint in several styles and genres which include: ...
  A: Well, What a great question...somthing I think most every artist had the answer to! it is always ...
Painting7/22/2007
  Q: I got new doors but didnt get new jams now you can see the old white painted jams can i varnish over ...
  A: I am no expert at this, but I have done some home restoring before. If the jams are painted, you ...
Arturo Ricci3/31/2007
  Q: I have what I believe to be a signed Arturo Ricci painting of, "An Afternoon Concert. Could you ...
  A: Do you think this is an original painting, or possibly a print? here are some sites that might give ...
Albert Namatjira Painting2/19/2007
  Q: I have acquired an 8 X 10 painting by aboriginal artist Albert Namatjira. I am not sure whether it ...
  A: Here are some links to info I found: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Namatjira ...
Maurice Utrillo12/28/2006
  Q: I was given a small painting about 30 years ago by a neighbor who was in the business of framing ...
  A: I am afraid I won't be able to tell you without seeing it. If it is an original on canvas, that ...
Painting or Print Southwest Art12/1/2006
  Q: My Father's Mother purchased a Painting around the 1950's or 60's from Wolf and Dessaurs (Later ...
  A: Here are some links with more info on the artist: ...
painting a chandelier9/26/2006
  Q: I bought an old chandelier and the gold colour is abit to bright. I would like to paint it to have ...
  A: Well, not having done such a fun project myself, all i can do is point you to some resources...you ...
artist/gentilini7/19/2006
  Q: I have a painting, Mother Love, by Gentilini, possibly Franco ( first name). I would like to know ...
  A: I don't know specifically about the painting, but did find these links thta might help you find out ...
Painting a chandelier7/17/2006
  Q: I purchased an inexpensive metal chandelier (dull finish)and would like to decorate it in the shabby ...
  A: Yes, you can do any of the ideas you have on your chandelier. You can use either enamels or ...
Arturo Ricci4/20/2006
  Q: I purchased an Arturo Ricci oil painting on canvas while on a trip in New York City. I am trying to ...
  A: I was not able to find anything either. I would probably seek out a knowledgeable art dealer, one ...
Kay Ameche3/30/2006
  Q: I have an original oil painting of the artist Kay Ameche it's called "Spring Fever"88 . I was ...
  A: Wow! If you have an original by Kay Ameche, you need to make sure you find out the value before you ...
Finding it difficult to find a market for my work2/27/2006
  Q: I live in GLASGOW, SCOTLAND and I have been an artist for 6 years full time and am still knocking at ...
  A: Wow...what a question! I do understand the frustrations, having been there myself. There is a wall ...
mural help2/16/2006
  Q: As much fun as i had finding out the information myself i have already come across the websites that ...
  A: -) Well, since I don't paint murals, I really don't have lots of god sources for you. I did find ...
Painting by A. Gentilini1/24/2006
  Q: I have an old painting, not dated by this artist on some type of canvas of a little girl in old ...
  A: Below is a link for several links that could give you more information. Winde Fine Prints is the ...
arturo ricci11/22/2005
  Q: I have recently started to pick up paintings. How do I find the artist or information on them? ...
  A: You can try here for "ferdo" ...
Artist named H. Tieben?11/6/2005
  Q: I have an oil canvas painting with the signature of H. Tieben on it. I bought it at an estate sale ...
  A: I found this web page created by someone that fits that description: ...
marking11/1/2005
  Q: What does the Copyright sign followed by AAA mean?
  A: I am not sure exactly what it means without seeing it or having more info. But, normally, what ...
Painting an Old Record10/18/2005
  Q: My name is Neha; and I am from India. I want to paint an old record (LP) that i have. I was told ...
  A: Well, I have never tried that! It makes sense that acrylic would peel, since they are both ...
JOHN WOOD10/8/2005
  Q: I HAVE A PAINTING HERE THE SIGNATURTE SAY'S JOHN WOOD. IT'S A LANDSCAPE. ON THE BOTTOM LEFT HAND ...
  A: I don't know if these are the same John Wood as yours, but you can look to see if the images look ...
PORTRAIT OF COCA-COLA LADY9/8/2005
  Q: I PURCHASED THIS PICTURE AT A LOCAL ANTIQUES SHOP. THE LADY TOLD ME IT WAS THE FIRST COCA COLA LADY ...
  A: I don't know much about this subject, but maybe this will help... ...
hi my name is sarah and i'd...6/6/2005
  Q: we have to choose three jobs which we would like to have and as you can very well guess, an artist ...
  A: Well, let's see... 1) Since I am a "self-taught" artist, I really did not take any "art" classes. ...
Rusty Color2/6/2005
  Q: I am a metal sculptor doing some esperiments with concrete. I am working in this particular piece, ...
  A: I have not tried that one myself, but here are some possible resources: ...
french painting PLEAse12/27/2004
  Q: do you know what type of coloring technique Andre Derain used to make "Pont de Charing Cross"?
  A: This is known as "Fauvism"...you can find more info here: ...
Lumen winter10/1/2004
  Q: I would like to know if you have any information about an artist named Lumen Winter...i recieved an ...
  A: Sorry this took so long...I did not receive the original email. Try here: ...
mide-ojibwe totemic inscriptions9/28/2004
  Q: The person in the painting was a chief for the Leech Lake Band of Chippewa Indians, located in north ...
  A: This is not my area of expertise, but I will try to help if I can... ...
painting doll's eyes8/13/2004
  Q: would u know if i could use the oil pencils? thanks for any help cheryl :)
  A: I am sorry...I don't really hve any experience with anything but acrylics. But, I would think the ...
chair in bottle7/18/2004
  Q: I have a chair in the bottle that my great-great grandfather made and i was wondering if you could ...
  A: I am sorry to say that I have no knowledge of that type of art. I would suggest you take it to a ...
lithographs7/13/2004
  Q: I have several of a series of Air Force lithographs. Can you tell me where I can find out if these ...
  A: Well, it depends upon whether these are really lithographs, or are they "offset" lithographs, ...
Alexander P. Kahle6/23/2004
  Q: I don't know how to research a photogragh/touch up painting Not sure what it is. The artist is ...
  A: Dianne, From what I can tell, this photographer was very well known in Hollywood back in the ...
Robert Sarsony5/13/2004
  Q: I'm hoping this is one of your areas of expertise. My query is about a Robert Sarsony painting ...
  A: Here is what I found on Robert Sarsony: http://www.askart.com/artist/S/robert_sarsony.asp?ID=101603 ...
realist painting4/9/2004
  Q: I decided that I was going to write my final paper for my American Literary Realism class on ...
  A: You might try here: ...
price3/12/2004
  Q: please tell me what prices do Sava Sekulic, selftought artist from ex Yugoslavia, pictures reach on ...
  A: Here are some possible sources for information: http://www.naiveart.org.yu/zbirkae.htm ...
naive art3/9/2004
  Q: I've recently obtained an original oil painting by Gisela Fabian(1986)from the original owner. The ...
  A: You could try Gisela's website: http://www.fabianfineart.com/ here are some other possible sources: ...
painting on wood10/9/2002
  Q: greetings, would like to paint some large, bright, solid color shapes on a white backround. plan ...
  A: What I usually do for wood pieces is this: 1) sand and clean with tack cloth 2) apply a sealer (like ...
Male papier-mache bulldog8/9/2002
  Q: I have a male bulldog made entirely of papier-mache'. He stands a little over 14 1/2 inches tall and ...
  A: Camila, I am sorry to say I couln't find anything about that Owner. I was able to find reference ...

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