Harriet Bogart facts for kids

Harriet Bogart (born April 26, 1917 – died March 22, 1988) was an American painter and a teacher. She was known for her beautiful artwork and for sharing her skills with students.

Early Life and Education

Harriet Bogart was born in Charlotte, North Carolina. This was on April 26, 1917. She went to Charlotte Central High School.

After high school, Harriet continued her studies. She earned a diploma in Fine Arts. This was from the Richmond Professional Institute. It was part of the College of William and Mary. She also studied at the famous Art Students League. There, she learned from a well-known artist named Harry Sternberg.

Teaching and Artistic Career

Harriet Bogart loved to teach art. She taught at St. Christophers School in Richmond, Virginia. She also taught at the Richmond Professional Institute.

Harriet was a lifelong member of the Art Students League. She even received an honorable mention. This was in their Annual National Scholarship competition. It showed her great talent.

Her artwork was displayed in many places. You could find it in the North Carolina Museum of Art. Her paintings were also in private collections. She took part in many art shows. These included exhibitions in North Carolina and Virginia. She also showed her art in national shows. One important show was in 1946. It was held at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

Notable Works and Exhibitions

In 1940, Harriet had her own art show. It was a solo exhibit at the Richmond Professional Institute. This show featured her oil paintings on paper.

One of her most famous paintings is "Little Girl with Chicken." The North Carolina Museum of Art bought this painting in 1948. It is a special piece of her artistic legacy.