23 July 2021

“Weather Station in Alaska”

Oil on canvas, circa 1949 by **Dale Nichols**

Nichols was mainly known for painting the American Midwest, but he also did several with scenes from Alaska. Nichols, who traveled extensively during his lifetime, passed away at the age of 91 in 1995.

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5 responses to ““Weather Station in Alaska””

Mitch Zeissler
July 24th, 2021 at 6:07 AM

Was he stationed in Alaska? His painting is rather specific.

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- icefogger
  July 24th, 2021 at 7:23 PM
  
  There was a period in his life, where Nichols made an annual trip to Alaska. From what I read, he was fascinated by the state’s landscapes and lighting.
  
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  - Mitch Zeissler
    July 25th, 2021 at 6:30 AM
    
    Huh… interesting.
    
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Zeeshan Amin
October 22nd, 2021 at 3:30 AM

Interesting! How so many different emotions can be conveyed without uttering a word. Great work of art👍

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- icefogger
  October 22nd, 2021 at 6:43 PM
  
  I agree. There is a lot going on, yet displayed quite subtlety
  
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