Ann Nooney facts for kids

Ann Nooney (born around 1893 or 1900, died around 1964 or 1975) was a talented American artist who made prints. She is known for her work during the 1930s, especially as part of a special government program called the Federal Works program (WPA) in New York City. Her art can be found in famous museums like the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Art Institute of Chicago.

Who Was Ann Nooney?

Ann Nooney was an American printmaker. This means she created art by making prints, often using techniques like lithography or etching. These methods involve creating an image on a surface, then transferring it onto paper. She lived and worked during a very important time in American history.

Art During the Great Depression

Ann Nooney created many of her artworks during the 1930s. This period was known as the Great Depression in the United States. It was a time when many people lost their jobs and money. The government started special programs to help people, including artists.

What Was the WPA?

One of these programs was the Works Progress Administration (WPA). The WPA was a large government effort to create jobs for millions of Americans. It helped build roads, bridges, and parks. But it also had programs for artists, writers, and musicians.

Ann Nooney was part of the Federal Works program, which was a part of the WPA. This program hired artists to create public art. It allowed artists like Ann Nooney to continue working and making art even during tough economic times. Many of her pieces show scenes from New York City, where she lived and worked.

Her Art Style

Ann Nooney's prints often show everyday life and scenes from cities. For example, her work Near Brooklyn Bridge captures a view of this famous landmark. Her art helps us see what life was like in New York City during the 1930s and 1940s. She used her skills to create detailed and interesting images that tell a story.

Where You Can See Her Art

Ann Nooney's artwork is considered important. It is kept in the collections of several major art museums. This means her prints are preserved and displayed for people to see and study.

• The Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, D.C.
• The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City
• The Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois

These museums help share her artistic legacy with new generations.

Gallery

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  Near Brooklyn Bridge, 1935-1941

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  East Brooklyn, ca. 1935-1943