From A Distance

When Lisbeth Quebe resumed painting in 2002, after a 35-year hiatus called a career, she first painted still lifes, and continues to enjoy creating them. She like to incorporate items that resonate with people because of the memories they prompt. A few years later Quebe began painting en plein air. The rolling hills of the Driftless Area, the creeks and streams, and the iconic family farms offered countless opportunities for painting. The quickly changing light, the many shades of green in spring and summer, the rich hues of fall and the harvest—all drew me outdoors, intent on capturing a small part of this special area. She now paint landscapes primarily in my studio, from studies and photographs. In 2011, Quebe began painting animals, and found new subjects to love. The Quebe’s went on frequent “photo safaris” looking for the perfectly posed animal in perfectly placed light. Her paintings strive to capture not only the likeness of the animal, but a little of their personality too.