UMMA Art Pick: Comments 15

Jeff Daniels
Actor, director, and songwriter

To live an artist's life can be rich and rewarding. That same life, however, also requires a solitary existence. At times maddening, the loneliness to which a serious artist must subject himself is the key to the soul. St. Jerome In His Study reminded me of that lonely journey every true artist travels.

Austin Selden Ann Arbor, MI

It was so hard to choose between so many different things. What this painting means today and when it was painted is so mysteriously clear. the detail is unbelievable, especially with that date 1514. what a different time, what an insight.

Austin Selden

Austin Selden

Austin Selden

Adam Bowditch Jackson, MI

I think engraving is one of the greatest forms of art and Durer exemplifies the art in this work.

Elizabeth Jahn Ann Arbor, MI

I'm always awestruck by the level of detain in Durer's engravings - especially in person. Can't wait until the grand reopening!

KS Ann Arbor

Karen Kuffner Canton, Michigan

The contrasts are remarkable -- dark but beautifully lit scene, small but open area, powerful but quiet figures, relaxed but purposeful ambiance.

William M Hannon Jackson, MI

I appreciate the attention to detail in the lighting and perspective.

Robert Schultz Ann Arbor, MI

captivating use of light gives a sense of space and atmosphere. the religious overtones are already well documented. and it's a copperplate engraving, what a medium to demonstrate an incredible skill!

Elizabeth LaPorte Ann Arbor, MI

I enjoyed all the elements in the etching, though I would like to see the larger view of this piece. Knowing a little about Durer from art history, he thought carefully about the symbolism of all the components of his work.

Pedro M. San Antonio Ann Arbor MI

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