Title: Iowa Capital Building
Artist: Carolyn Blattel Britton
Medium: Limited edition print on paper
Dimensions: 16” x 22”

Description:
Carolyn Blattel Britton brings a joyful, narrative-rich touch to this illustrated view of the Iowa Capitol Building. The golden dome rises above a lively gathering of people whose signs reflect a spectrum of civic hopes — from environmental care to equality and personal freedoms. Hot air balloons drift across a bright sky, and a sweeping rainbow adds a sense of optimism and celebration. Britton’s style blends architectural detail with whimsical color and movement, creating a scene that feels both grounded in place and lifted by imagination. As an Iowa artist known for her expressive, community-centered imagery, she captures the spirit of public engagement with warmth, humor, and heart.