In my opinion, Carylon Ann Cooper creates some of the most joyous pieces in our gallery’s collection. The energy and emotion that emits from her bounding, panting dogs always brings a smile to everyone’s faces. Her cows and horses are endearing. Her boats: peaceful. Barns: nostalgic. She describes her self as a minimalist. I’m guessing this is because she doesn’t fixate on minute details. Rather, I imagine, she paints with more explosive energy, allowing her to create these f