This selection of paintings by Linda Holmes, a self-taught visual artist from Newark, Ohio, reflects John Steinbeck’s affinity for the visual arts—and for gifted amateurs—in life scenes from the Midwest states. Holmes, who uses oil in paintings like “Michigan Sunset” (above), also illustrates the poetry of Roy Bentley, a Midwesterner with an affinity for Steinbeck.—Ed.
“Late Summer Fields”
“Old Docks”
“Western Fence Line”
“River Sycamores”
“Summer Pass”
“Mossy Old Growth”
About Linda Holmes
Straightforward, stark beauty.