Mona Lisa on Instagram: "Maud Lewis (1903–1970) was a Canadian folk artist known for her bright, cheerful paintings depicting rural life in Nova Scotia. Despite living in poverty and suffering from severe rheumatoid arthritis, she painted small, vibrant scenes of landscapes, animals, and domestic life, using house paint on found materials like boards and cardboard. Her style was simple, whimsical, and full of joy, often featuring bold colors and playful compositions. Initially selling her painti