Artists evolve as they learn the rules of their trade. But they also mature when they learn more about themselves and become more sincere in their works. Georgia O’Keeffe and Maya Angelou both show this type of growth. As a young woman, Georgia O’Keeffe painted a variety of different subjects, most of which had to do with nature. She tended to fill large areas of space with solid colours, separating them with lines …showed first 75 words of 782 total…

…showed last 75 words of 782 total…rhythm into her poetry once more. But it’s on her terms. She’s using it to her advantage, not conforming to format. Both Georgia O’Keeffe and Maya Angelou began using the format of the times to express themselves. Because of this, they were stifled early on. Both women, however, progressed as they reached middle age. They stepped away from the standard practice of their day and created pieces from their hearts. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**