Portrait of an Artist

A Biography of Georgia O’Keeffe

By: Laurie Lisle

Narrated by: Grace Conlin

Georgia O'Keeffe, one of the most original painters America has ever produced, left behind a remarkable legacy when she died at the age of 98. Her vivid visual vocabulary, sensuous flowers, bleached bones against red sky and earth, had a stunning, profound, and lasting influence on American art in this century.

O'Keeffe's personal mystique is as intriguing and enduring as her bold, brilliant canvasses. Here is the first full account of her exceptional life, from her girlhood and early days as a controversial art teacher to her discovery by the pioneering photographer of the New York avant-garde, Alfred Stieglitz, to her seclusion in the New Mexico desert, where she lived until her death.

And here is the story of a great romance between the extraordinary painter and her much older mentor, lover, and husband, Alfred Stieglitz.

Renowned for her fierce independence, iron determination, and unique artistic vision, Georgia O'Keeffe is a 20th century legend. Her dazzling career spans virtually the entire history of modern art in America.

©1980 Laurie Lisle (P)1995 Blackstone Audiobooks

Critic reviews

"This O'Keeffe will shock as much as amuse, chill as much as inspire." (Christian Science Monitor)

Extremely informative and entertaining

I have many audibles going on at the same time….but I kept back to this one since so captivating…no wasted words…my favorite O’Keefe right now is her “Evening Star”…plus I recently explored Abiquiu area of New Mexico..

Great story of a fascinating artist.

Straightforward summary of a long and amazingly focused life. Simple and clear style and performance, befitting the subject.

Very thorough biography

I wasn't crazy about the woman reading the books voice/style, bit the book it self was a thorough read of Georgia O'Keefe's life and I enjoyed it

My new favorite O’Keefe biography!

While I have read several Okeefe biographies, this detailed account, the narrator and new accounts, has been one of my favorites!!

Highly recommended!!!

This account of the life of O'Keeffe left me thoroughly inspired. A must read for anyone interested in the power of women artists. Especially those who would like to learn more about O'Keeffe's New Mexico.