It was a small town in south central Pennsylvania where the artist, Norbert Scanlan, was born and reared. Ebensburg was a clean community surrounded by coal portals, now abandoned, and tranquil farms. As the county seat the town had a collection of law offices with the Cambria County courthouse as a central focus. Judges and lawyers established their homes here which provided a flavor of architectural creativity beyond the average simplicity of common dwellings.

In this environment Norbert grew up and gradually developed an appreciation for landscapes, unique farm sheds, and ways of life of local people. Additionally, he found a childhood fascination with the natural forms and inherent beauty found in pristine rural settings. Needless to say effects of the splendor and magnificence of a rising or setting sun continuously provoked emotional desires to interpret and render in artistic terms this heavenly display.

Seasonal differences as well as climatic conditions and nocturnal subjects endlessly served as sources of inspiration for Norbert. The material included in this site is a sample of the creative endeavors and studies resulting from environmental stimuli of Norbert Scanlan.

Enjoy the visual statements to the max. Special orders for particular subjects are encouraged with prices beginning modestly at $395.00 without frames or matting.