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In a bold move, no one saw coming, fictional writer Arman Nadeau has timed the release of his next
great literary masterpiece to coincide with the news that researchers have found and authenticated two previously unknown
paintings that were done by the regional landscape watercolorist Mathilda (Mattie) Lietz.
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"It’s
a release which is going to rock both the literary and art worlds alike".
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Mattie
grew up in the beautiful small home town of Peoria, Illinois. and at an early age she could often be found sketching
out was identified as an up-and-coming because of her artistic style quickly made a name for herself within the art
community. She honed her artistic skills at Butler College in Irving, Indiana and later attended The Art Institute of Chicago where she studied alongside
other greats such as:
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· Oberteuffer · John Thomas Nolf · Henrick Axor Hansen
· Frederick Milton Grant · George Elmer Browne
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She specialized in natural depictions and her works
allowed her to develop professional associations with:
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· La Grande Art League · Hoosier Salon Art Gallery · Illinois Burpee Art
Gallery · Academy of Design (NYC) · The Art Institute of Chicago · Illinois Fine Art Association · The
Chicago Galleries Assn
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Mattie was best known for the work she did as a regional
Midwestern landscape watercolorist; however, she did produce a sizable number of paintings that included still life
and figurative oil on canvas.
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The two paintings above are considered modern American school, mixed media watercolor
and pen and ink on paper. One is clearly depicting a Midwestern residential street scene (The Lane) and the other
shows a typical Midwestern home with majestic trees (Home).
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Both have been laid
down upon paper board and are signed and glazed.
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Over the past fifty years, the paintings have been in Nicholases possession and they have allowed him
to lead a noble diplomatic life trotting about the globe. Now, as his life is coming to a close, he
seeks is in search of new heirs for the paintings. To do this, he has befriended a gentleman Arman
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The first story “Touching Time – An Emotional Investment” is an amazing descovery tale and what Nic does to save mankind. It’s
all about history and where we go from here.
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Touching Time is truly a must read novel.
It’s a page turner that kept me on the edge-of-my-seat. Craftily written, it's sure
to please. Thanks Arman for sharing this novel with me. It's another literary
masterpiece! Jn
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Touching Time - is the epic battle
between good and evil and the steps we take in life. Through artistic creativity, Arman grabs the
readers attention and takes them through life's highs and lows on an emotionally roller-coaster ride. It's
a must live novel. Great job Arman, you've done it again! Ws
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Arman’s writing style is truly
unique. He’s an expert at making readers feel like they are participants in the story.
Just try to put this book down – I dare you, it’s that good! Dl
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“Touching
Time – An Emotional Investment” -
Do you have your copy?
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