Biography - Barbara Steele Thibodeaux, American Contemporary Folk Artist, draws deeply in her work from the wellspring of the rich cultural heritage of her home in US deep south, including her own family history. Holding a degree in Interior Design, she is self-taught, and began painting in 1990. She has a naïve style that delights collectors from all corners of the world, including the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia and as far as China. Thibodeaux's meticulous attention to detail and willingness to communicate on the life and times of the people and artifacts that intrigue both her loyal collectors and people who encounter her work for the first time have contributed to her growing stature as an accomplished artist of the folk art genre. Barbara Steele Thibodeaux concentrates mostly on scenes from the past...American Primitive Portraits, Biblical Verses, and scenes from the Old South. Some of her new projects include a new "Amish Life" Series and a "Lost Farms" Series. Her work is owned by private collectors worldwide.