Birds, Boughs & Blossoms: Jessie Arms Botke, 1883-1971

Jessie Arms Botke, a famous 20th Century artist, painted in Chicago and Monterey before settling in Ventura County with her husband, Cornelis Botke, also a famous painter and etcher. This book is lavishly illustrated with the most beautiful of her paintings and murals. The artistic analysis is most helpful and emphasizes the profound influence of Japanese art on Botke's style and palatte. This book is a great introduction to Jessie Botke's art and life.