Begun in 2010, this blog offers analysis and reflection by Susan Bailey on the life, works and legacy of Louisa May Alcott and her family. Susan is an active member and supporter of the Louisa May Alcott Society, the Fruitlands Museum and Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House.
Remember this painting of The Wayside where the Little Women actually grew up? Artist Joyce Pyka sends us an update
You may recall an artist’s rendition of The Wayside, originally named Hillside by Bronson Alcott after the home was purchased with Abba Alcott’s inheritance.
Although Orchard House is the physical setting for Little Women, artist Joyce Pyka, like many of us Alcott fans, knows that many of the childhood stories of the girls took place at Hillside.
Pyka has been revealing her envisioning of The Wayside with Meg, Jo, Beth, Amy and Laurie in various stages:
Here’s the latest version:
Pyka reports that the painting should be done by summer and yes, prints will be available for sale. Sign me up!
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Gorgeous! I’m glad prints will be available! Thanks for sharing. 🙂