Georgia Speller: A Visionary of Ecstatic Expressionism Georgia Verges Speller (1931 – 1988) emerged from the Mississippi Delta as a singular force in American vernacular art, captivating audiences and critics alike with her mesmerizing drawings and paintings that pulsed with vibrant color and an almost otherworldly energy. Largely self-taught, Speller’s artistic journey was fueled by unwavering passion and nurtured by the encouragement of her husband, Henry Speller, transforming simple observations into monumental canvases brimming with symbolic richness. Themes and Artistic Style: Lunar La…