The New Yorker Cover - Aug 27, 1966

This cover of The New Yorker from August 27, 1966, illustrates a timeless summer pastime. In the artwork by prolific cover artist Arthur Getz, a figure stands on a pale shore, having just skipped a stone across a calm body of water. Concentric ripples expand across the deep blue surface, drawing the eye from the small figure towards the lush, painterly forest in the background. The scene perfectly captures the feeling of a peaceful, idyllic day spent in nature.

Artistic Insight

Arthur Getz was a master of evoking mood through his expressive, painterly style. Here, he uses a vibrant, high-contrast palette, setting the cool, deep blues of the water against the bright, almost electric greens and dark indigos of the foliage. This bold use of color transforms a simple, nostalgic scene into a rich sensory experience. The composition, which places the small human figure in the context of a vast, immersive landscape, celebrates a moment of quiet harmony between person and nature.

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