Art Chowder January | February, Issue 19 | Page 24

W hen asked about her influences she said, “I am inspired by other people and what they put into what they do. I like to see people really doing something. I have never been to India but am intrigued by the illustrations of figures and the bas relief sculptures.” Elsie is supportive of other artists and tries to attend their events and buy art that they create. Elsie thinks of herself as a collector, especially of photography. She has art both in and outside of her house including a large sculpture by John Jankowsky. Some of her favorite bronzes are by her sister-in-law, Mary Hannah, who was her high school art teacher. “My heart is in a different place now with changes in my life. Some of this is fear — fear that the work won’t be seen or appreciated by the people who would get it.” 24 ART CHOWDER MAGAZINE