Walter Anderson

THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE AND ART OF THE ISLANDER

Watch our new documentary film and order our companion book

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Watch the film.

The fascinating life and work of Mississippi Gulf Coast watercolorist Walter Inglis Anderson is explored in this intimate and revealing new film. Through poignant family interviews, never-before-seen artwork, and breathtaking images from Anderson’s beloved Horn Island, discover the genius who has been called "the South's greatest artist." From filmmakers Anthony Thaxton and Robert St. John. Watch above!

Our Film Airs Nationwide through American Public Television!

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Order the book.

This beautiful book shines light on all the facets of Anderson’s unbelievable output and presents a thoughtful progression of his life and art. With complete access to the Anderson family archives and the vaults of the Walter Anderson Museum of Art, this comprehensive volume brings together much of the artist’s finest work as well as paintings and photographs which have never before been published. Order your signed copy now (and on your order, indicate inscription preference!) ORDER NOW

“There have been many books about my father, but none like this one.”

— JOHN G. ANDERSON, Walter’s Youngest Son

Composer Bryant C. Thaxton conducts the young musicians on the amazing score.

Listen to the soundtrack.

The beautiful music is one of the best things about our film. Listen to the haunting music composed and conducted by young composer Bryant C. Thaxton. He recruited his friends (still in high school at Jackson Academy and in college at Mississippi College) to perform the score. Check out the photos below to see the recording sessions! The beautiful piano performances were done by Carter Elliot.

Behind-the-scenes

Watch how young people helped pitch in to tell the story of Walter Anderson through composing music, recording the score, and cinematography. This fascinating 5-minute featurette shows “Young Harmonies,” going behind the scenes of Walter Anderson.

Brandon Pratt, Cole Smith, Bryant Thaxton

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Teacher resources and Lesson Plans

(Produced in conjunction with the Walter Anderson Museum of Art)

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