Norman Rockwell Jigsaw Puzzles
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Enjoy the artwork of Norman Rockwell all over again with a Jigsaw Puzzle
An awesome picture - that's what makes a puzzle great. With scenes full of details and always an interesting story, Norman Rockwell Jigsaw Puzzles
Norman Rockwell became well loved for his whimsical paintings of everyday situations and middle class Americans bursting with character. America was introduced to his paintings through the cover art of the Saturday Evening Post. His artwork appeared hundreds of times on the cover of the popular magazine.
Saying Grace
Norman Rockwell Puzzles
Most of these puzzles are either 300 pcs. or 1000 pcs. There are also a couple of panoramic puzzles available.
Saying Grace - 1000 pcs
Voted Most Favorite Cover by Saturday Evening Post readers
One of the things I notice in this picture is how the young boy is not centered in his seat. He has scooted himself as close as possible to his grandmother while in these surroundings. Also the face of the teenage boy with blonde hair. He holds a smoking cigarette and sits beside his friend, but his facial expression is tender and respectful.
If you'd like to see more detail in this puzzle (or any puzzle listed on this page) click on the picture and then use the zoom feature. This feature allows you to zoom in extremely close and see the smallest details of the painting.
Shiner - 1000 pcs.
Norman offered $5 to any boy or girl who could model an authentic black eye
I can't think of a better picture to hang in the lobby of a principal's office.
Through research, I have found three titles for this painting. The first is this one, Shiner, the second I've seen is Disciplinary Action and the third is Girl with Black Eye. I like Shiner as a title the best.
Although this proud tomboy sits awaiting punishment (or at least a review), she seems to have no remorse at all for what's just occured. It leads me to believe she has just been in a fight to defend someone or correct a wrong.
My Norman Rockwell Epiphany
Lifelong question answered
From personal experience I can say that painting people and especially their faces is quite difficult. And painting a person's face from shear imagination is nearly impossible - I know this because painting was once my favorite hobby. And if you have drawn or sketched someone's face then you know it too. For me, the most complicated thought of all time is drawing lots of people's faces with no actual person to reference and painting them all with tons of detail and character.This is why I've always looked upon Norman Rockwell's paintings with admiration and appreciation. I've wondered all of my life how Mr. Rockwell did it. How he painted people's faces with such detail and expression. How could faces he created in his own mind be so very detailed and realistic?
Imagine my shock and surprise to learn that he used models! He posed his models in their exact positions and had photographs taken. He then referenced the photographs for his paintings.
He ONLY painted real people because of his belief that no artist's creativity could compare with God's creativity. Also, he believed that an artist drawing from his own mind would sooner or later form the bad habit of repeating characters.
The Rookie - 1000 pcs.
It's time for spring training and these Red Sox baseball players look skeptical about the newcomer. I can't help but feel hopeful that The Rookie does well. His smile contrasts with the worn look of the veteran players. He enters the locker room and all eyes are on him, except for the eyes of baseball great Ted Williams (background). Perhaps Ted Williams has seen too many hopeful rookies to be particularly interested in this one.
Rockwell painted many baseball scenes. This painting, The Rookie, is also available as part of the Baseball Collection puzzle (scroll down). It's a panoramic puzzle featuring 4 baseball themed paintings.
Bottom of the Sixth - 300 pcs.
Rockwell, Bottom of Sixth, 300 pc
Amazon Price: (as of 05/27/2012)
This painting hangs in the Baseball Hall of Fame in New York.
Norman Rockwell Baseball Collection - 765pc
One panoramic puzzle featuring 4 paintings
Norman Rockwell Baseball Collection Jigsaw Puzzle 765pc
Amazon Price: $37.88 (as of 05/27/2012)
Double Duty
When the puzzle is assembled, you have the option of gluing it down and framing it.
Soda Jerk - 1000 pcs.
These girls appear completely smitten by this young soda jerk (one who works at a soda fountain) who seems to be on break. The dishes on the counter (foreground) will have to wait. A customer at the far end of the bar seems amused.
This puzzle is also available in a 300 pc version (below).
Soda Jerk - 300 pcs.
Buffalo Games Rockwell 300 - Soda Jerk
Amazon Price: (as of 05/27/2012)
Made in the USA.
Puzzle Size: 15" x 21.25"
Comes with a Bonus 11" x 18" puzzle diagram poster
Illustrator vs. Artist
What's the difference?
While reading about Norman Rockwell and from his own writings I've come to make an important distinction about people who paint. Never before had I considered the difference between an "Illustrator" and an "artist". Norman Rockwell was an Illustrator.In the book* I'm reading, Rockwell on Rockwell, Rockwell comments on the differences between artists and illustrators. Not a side by side comparison, but a comparison by example. He explains that when he is working on an idea for a painting, he will bring total strangers, neighbors and anyone else he can "coax into the studio" to take a look at his sketches. He watches for their initial reaction. It must be understanding and interest. If not, he will return to his work for improving the idea and sketch.
His point being that the work of illustrators must appeal to the majority of all people. An the work of an artist on the other hand might only appeal to a select few art connoisseurs or art critics.
*The book I'm reading, Rockwell on Rockwell, is the best book I could get my hands on for information on this great artist. I'll post a link for it at the bottom of this page.
The Connoisseur- Man looks at Modern Art Painting
I have a deep appreciation for this painting, do you?
Rosie the Riveter Jigsaw Puzzle
1000 piece puzzle
Rosie the Riveter, with her sleeves rolled up, symbolizes the call for American women to join the work force after the United States entered World War II. Jobs traditionally held by men were left vacant as they traveled off to war. Notice Rosie's arms. I'm not sure how much a riveting machine weighs, but it looks heavy. Rosie's arms have become muscular from carrying it. She is smudged with dirt and/or oil from a hard day's work but her delicate lipstick stands as a reminder that she is still a woman.
Coming and Going - 300 pcs.
Norman Rockwell writes that this painting "presented a new and fascinating problem in picture making" because it required taking two sets of photos of his models with entirely different moods and expressions.
Buffalo Games Rockwell 300 - Coming and Going
Amazon Price: $49.99 (as of 05/27/2012)
Made in the USA.
Puzzle Size: 15" x 21.25"
Comes with a Bonus 11" x 18" puzzle diagram poster
The Four Freedoms
Although initially rejected for distribution by government agencies, these four paintings became extremely popular. Four million prints were eventually issued.
The Four Freedoms - 750 pcs.
One panoramic puzzle featuring 4 paintings
Norman Rockwell The Four Freedoms 750pc Panoramic Puzzle The Saturday Evening Post-1943
Amazon Price: $27.55 (as of 05/27/2012)
This puzzle is no longer widely available. There are a limited number (currently 7) for sale from partners of Amazon. Click on the link above for more information and then click on "Available from these sellers."
Update: as of 2/6/2010 this puzzle is currently unavailable.
Update: Back in stock
Which of the Four Freedoms is your favorite?
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Items here will change daily
Norman Rockwell
American Illustrator, 1894-1978
Thank you Mr. Rockwell for making all Americans feel special and painting American at its best.
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Cumberland
Mar 28, 2011 @ 3:41 pm | delete
- I am a huge Norman Rockwell fan. These jigsaw puzzles are great. Thanks for the lens.
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nightcats
May 30, 2010 @ 9:07 am | delete
- I love jigsaw puzzles.I have done Norman Rockwell puzzles in the past. It has been a very long time since I have done a puzzle. I now have a cat who won't permit me to compete puzzles. He helps by jumping on the table and knocking the pieces around. I also love the cat so puzzles had to go. LOL Great lens.
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Bemused-in-Tasmania
Oct 21, 2009 @ 7:46 pm | delete
- A wonderful trip through memory-land of my childhood in the 50s. Thanks for a great lens.
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Heather426
Oct 17, 2009 @ 11:23 am | delete
- We used to use puzzles as art but since my husband is an artist, we now have lots of 'real art' so I gave the old framed puzzles away. Now companies use my husband's art for puzzles. great lens.
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OhMe Oct 17, 2009 @ 5:26 am | delete
- I have some old Norman Rockwell Calendars and was wondering what to do with all the prints. This may be just the thing. Thanks.
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Rockwell on Rockwell
I've just learned that this book is out of print. However several used copies are available through partners of Amazon. Click on the link below and then click "Available from these sellers".Why is this book so special? A note from the publisher states that Rockwell, at the height of his career, wrote a book How I Make a Picture. The book was not available to the general public and was only used as the basis of an advanced illustration course. Rockwell on Rockwell contains this original book How I Make a Picture in an expanded version.
I've added my own picture here in case the image below is not showing.
Rockwell on Rockwell: How I Make a Picture
Amazon Price: $120.00 (as of 05/27/2012)
Norman Rockwell shares the exact process and step-by-step instructions for how he formulates his ideas and paints his pictures. If you are an artist or illustrator you may feel like Rockwell has shared his painting secrets - this is how I felt after reading this book.
Puzzlemaker - That's Me
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