Nellie Huntington Gere facts for kids

Nellie Huntington Gere (born October 5, 1868 – died July 29, 1949) was an American artist. She was a talented painter and illustrator. Nellie also worked as a teacher. She led the art department at the State Normal School. She taught art at the University of California too. People knew her best for her beautiful landscape paintings and etchings.

Nellie's Education

Nellie Huntington Gere loved to learn about art. She studied at several famous art schools. These included the Art Institute of Chicago, the Pratt Institute, and the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts. These schools helped her become a skilled artist.

Nellie's Career and Art Shows

Nellie Huntington Gere showed her artwork in many places. She exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago from 1904 to 1906. She also wrote a book called Outline on Picture Study in the Elementary School. This book helped teachers guide young students in understanding art.

Nellie was a member of important art groups. She belonged to the California Society of Etchers. She was also part of the Southern California Art Teachers Association. These groups connected her with other artists and educators.

Nellie's art was often on display in California. She had solo and group shows. Some places she exhibited included:

• The California State Normal School (which later became UCLA) in 1908 and 1921.
• The Hotel Watson in Los Angeles in 1911.
• The Hotel Del Monte Art Gallery in Monterey in 1913.
• The San Francisco Art Association in 1916.
• Annual shows of the Art Teachers Association of Southern California in the 1920s.

In 1930, Nellie lived in Los Angeles. She shared her home with her second cousin, Helen Clark Chandler. Helen was also a well-known artist.

Nellie's Later Life

Nellie Huntington Gere passed away in Los Angeles on July 29, 1949. She left behind a legacy of beautiful art and a career dedicated to teaching.