Wanda Landowska

First I must tell you that I'm not a pianist (former classical guitar player). I am an artist. I've been researching Wanda Landowska for info and images for a painting. In my search I came across a post from Alan Fraser in reference to photos of Ms Landowska's hands. I have had a difficult time finding any really good photos of her in general. If you could help in pointing me to any good photos you have or are aware of, it would be greatly appreciated. Lon Gilbert ps. I wish I had found this site when I was still playing the guitar before I ruined my hands and shoulders with tension.

Dear Lon, If you can find a Feldenkrais practitioner in your neighbourhood, it's never too late to revive your playing skills and free yourself from the burden of past bad habits... Give it a try! Narciso Ypes owed the whole latter part of his career to Moshe Feldenkrais, who worked personally and intensively with him and restored him to full ability after he had become totally incapacitated due to pain associated with playing guitar. As for the Landowska photos, I have them here on my hard drive but am moving house right now. Please remind me to post them on my site in a week or two, OK? All the best, AFF

Dear Alan, Thank you so much for your reply. There is a practitioner nearby (in St. Louis, MO). And when I get a chance I'll give her a call. I also put it on my calendar to remind you to post the Landowska photos in about two weeks. I'm excited to see them. Sincerely, Lon

Alan, You asked me to remind you to post the photos you have of Wanda Landowska. This is your reminder I've started a painting of W.L. but I really don't have enough information. When I finish I will e-mail a jpeg of the painting (or post it here which ever you prefer). Yours Truly, Lon Gilbert