May Aimée Smith facts for kids
May Aimée Smith (1886–1962) was an English artist. She was known for her paintings and engravings.
Early Life and Art Studies
May Aimée Smith was born on March 16, 1886. Her birthplace was near Manchester, England. She later traveled to Paris, France, to study art. There, she learned the skill of wood engraving. Her teacher was Dmitri Galanis, a well-known artist.
Her Artistic Career
May Aimée Smith showed her artwork in many places. She had exhibitions with the Society of Wood Engravers. She also displayed her art at the Salon d'Automne in Paris. This was a famous art show. In 1949, her work was part of a big exhibition. It was called the Seventh Annual Exhibition of Lithography and Wood Engraving. This show took place at the Art Institute of Chicago in the United States.
Where to See Her Art
Today, you can find May Aimée Smith's art in several important museums. Her works are held in the collections of:
- The Seattle Art Museum in the USA
- The Auckland City Art Gallery in New Zealand
- The Nottingham City Museums and Galleries in England
- The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
- The Victoria & Albert Museum in London, England
May Aimée Smith passed away in 1962. She died in Birch Vale, Stockport, Cheshire, England.
