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La Bahia Art Print
by Cheri Randolph
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La Bahia art print by Cheri Randolph. Our art prints are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All art prints include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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The Presidio Nuestra Senora de Loreto de la Bahia, known more commonly as Presidio La Bahia, or simply La Bahia is a fort constructed by the Spanish... more
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Artist's Description
The Presidio Nuestra Senora de Loreto de la Bahia, known more commonly as Presidio La Bahia, or simply La Bahia is a fort constructed by the Spanish Army that became the nucleus of the city of Goliad, Texas, United States.
In 1747, the presidio and its mission were moved to their current location on the San Antonio River. By 1770, the presidio had been rebuilt in stone and had become "the only Spanish fortress for the entire Gulf Coast from the mouth of the Rio Grande to the Mississippi River". A civilian settlement, modern-day Goliad, sprang up around the presidio in the late 18th century.
According to Edward D. Trlica of the Goliad County Chamber of Commerce there are many stories of ghosts among the walls of the Presidio La Bahia. Some say they have heard the cries of children coming from the graves within the courtyard. Others have spotted a monk in a hooded robe roaming the grounds. Legend has it one must be deathly still while in its presence, as it is a mean-...
About Cheri Randolph
Cheri Randolph was awarded a degree in Fine Arts from the University of New Orleans with a concentration in the study of Art History. She credits printmaker, Calvin Harlan , a UNO professor, as being quite influential in her composition techniques as well as painter, Ida Kohlmeyer with a better understanding of color. Pictorialism would best describe her current work, stylistically. Cheri has expressed her artistic talents in a variety of ways including; wheel-thrown pottery, quilting, vintage clothing restoration, interior decorative painting and photography. She is a resident of both the Houston Heights and historic New Orleans Uptown. A favorite quote is, "The bird of time has but a little way to flutter - and the bird is on the...
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William Fields
Hey Cheri, hope all is well. You're still cranking out the beauties and this is one!! voted, favorite
Donna Kennedy
Magnificent old fort Cheri! I bet there are ghosts around, I wouldn't be anywhere near there at night! :))...v/f
Lainie Wrightson
Beautiful work, Cheri. The sky really helps to set the mood. voted
Jack Zulli
Very nice capture, the sky makes such a pleasing backdrop to this image, well done;) v/f
Cheri Randolph replied:
Jack, I am complimented by your words & sure appreciate the v/f!
Bob Orsillo
Love that sky Cheri! The light on the fort is wonderful V.
Cheri Randolph replied:
Bob, I really appreciate your nice compliment and your vote as well. Thanks!
Sandra Pena de Ortiz
Amazingly beautiful! Featured in Memories and Nostalgia! V
Cheri Randolph replied:
Sandra, Thanks for your nice compliment and vote as well as the feature in the Memories & Nostalgia group. I greatly appreciate your promotion of my work!
Nadine and Bob Johnston
Was very pleased to Publish your Unique artwork the ARTISTS NEWS an internet Publication today. Though its not always possible for me to comment due to administering 14 groups, just had to say we like this very much....
Cheri Randolph
Nadine & Bob, Many thanks for the feature of "La Bahia" in the Artists News Group. I really appreciate your promotion of my work!
Cheri Randolph
Bruce, Many thanks for featuring "La Bahia" in the Comfortable Art Group! I appreciate your promotional support!
John Malone
Very nice work!! V
Cheri Randolph replied:
John, Thanks for your compliment & vote!
Cheri Randolph
Jouko, Thanks so much for featuring "La Bahia" in the Art from the Past Group! I really appreciate your support.
Deborah Benoit
Fantastic image and scene!! v
Cheri Randolph replied:
Deborah, Thanks for your compliment & the vote as well!
Sweet Moments Photography
Very nice capture Cheri, v :)
Cheri Randolph replied:
Thanks,Marilyn! Appreciate your compliment&vote!
Joan Carroll
what a great scene! v
Cheri Randolph replied:
Thanks, Joan! Appreciate your feedback & vote
Kume Bryant
Very beautiful! v
Cheri Randolph replied:
Kume, Many thanks for your compliment & vote
Nina Prommer
would love to see this in person, great take and drama in the sky v
Cheri Randolph replied:
Nina, The entire area is rich with historical sites - absolutely worth the trip. Thanks for voting!