JOY BAER
FRESCOES IN PUBLIC SPACES
Inspired by the spiritual storytelling frescoes of Pompeii, Italy, where I teach fresco workskhops, I paint to convey the lost language of symbolism. I strive for
"romanita" which is an Italian concept of time that is not measured by clocks or calendars, but through eternity. I paint to convey classical iconography.
Following the historical frescoes found in cultures around the world, I
create the fresco process on plaster, rocks, marble, cement, and cave walls.
A fresco casein is created on treated canvas.
"Fresco" is Italian for "fresh." I use the time-honored fresco process using
fresh earth minerals and fresh water painted onto a natural porous surface.
Carbonization is formed, which is a chemical bond that endures for centuries.
I am passionate to create frescoes as a timeless form of communication. I am honored to have three frescoes on display in the White House, Washington D.C. and in museums and collections arround the world.
Joy Baer
Frescoes
For information on frescoes in public spaces, please call 913-381-1324
www.joybaerfrescoes.com
E-mail jlbaer@sbcglobal.net