Howard Finster

The Reverend Howard Finster (December 2, 1916 – October 22, 2001) was an American folk artist who claimed to be inspired by God to spread the gospel through the environment of Paradise Garden and over 46,000 pieces of art. Quotes I TOOK THE PIECES YOU THREW AWAY AND PUT THEM TOGATHER [sic] BY NIGHT AND DAYWASHED BY RAIN DRIED BY SUN A MILLION PIECES ALL IN ONE Text painted on a sign, formerly part of Finster's Paradise Gardens, which clearly references the artist's chosen materials for his work. The piece now resides in the permanent collection of the High Museum in Atlanta. External links The Official Homepage of Howard Finster Category:2001 deaths Category:People from Alabama Category:Painters from the United States