Wilma Langhamer grew up in Germany where her high school teacher commented on her report card “she should pursue an artistic career” … and pursue it she has! When asked what she personally likes in art she replied “I like contemporary art which makes you think. Art which is honest and expresses emotion, and has a concept appeals to me.”
Wilma Langhamer "Between Clouds"
Her painting “Between Clouds” is about the current foreclosure mess in the United States. “Here is an umbrella over a house … everyone expects it to cover anything which might happen to the house … and of course it cannot do that … foreclosures are not covered by the umbrella.”
Wilma Langhamer "Empress of Spring"
Another painting titled “Empress of Spring” reflects the emerald-green of the countryside in spring and the refreshing beauty of youth.
Wilma Langhamer "Peace"
The painting titled “Peace” is a comment on the need to achieve peace in Iraq and other countries. Wilma explains that after living in the U.S. for 40 years she hopes for peaceful solutions and no more wars. She is content to paint and follow her dream.
Mary P Williams 