Three Threes 2017

Editor: Here we have Rose Freymuth-Frazier’s “Three Threes,” an oil painting from 2017. There's such warmth in the orange hues, like a comforting memory of a peaceful autumn evening. What stands out to you in this piece? Curator: What strikes me is the artist’s deliberate invocation of romanticism and expressionism—traditionally gendered as masculine artistic movements—to capture something deeply personal about nature. The vibrant colors aren’t just pretty; they’re a bold declaration. Think about the historical context of landscape painting and who traditionally controlled its narrative: men. Editor: I hadn’t considered that angle. It feels so…gentle at first glance. Curator: Exactly. And that subversion of expectations is key. Are we looking at a straightforward landscape, or is Freymuth-Frazier inviting us to reconsider our relationship with nature, perhaps reclaiming a space for feminine introspection? Consider how environmental exploitation often mirrors societal structures that marginalize women and other minority groups. Is there a connection here? Editor: So, the artist could be suggesting that our interactions with nature and society’s power structures are linked? Curator: Precisely. And the “three threes,” title makes me think about threefold dynamics that permeate all aspects of culture: masculine, feminine, other; birth, life, death; individual, family, community. How do these notions come into play when considering landscape? Editor: I’m starting to see that the painting could be interpreted as more than just a pretty picture; there are profound meanings within the textures and shades. Curator: Absolutely. Art becomes truly powerful when it compels us to challenge our preconceived notions and engage in critical dialogues with history and contemporary realities. Editor: I'll definitely look at landscape art with a different lens going forward. Thanks for broadening my perspective!