Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2023/ No. 186 i Western Art Collector

Welcome to the February issue of Western Art Collector! This issue of Western Art Collector celebrates our State of the Art: California guide to collecting. Hollywood and Westerns started in the Golden State. With our base in Arizona, we cherish our historic connection to Western film and television—Tombstone and the O.K. Corral come to mind. But it was the backlots of Universal Studios and Paramount Pictures that shaped our view of the West and made many of us collectors. As we talk to gallery owners and collectors we hear about the influences of Frederic Remington and Charles force on what Western movies would soon look like, from the landscapes to the horses to the action. Look up Remington’s The Apaches! or A Dash for the Timber. Or You will see…

ON VIEW NOW C.M. RUSSELL MUSEUM Greetings from Charlie Great Falls, MT – (406) 727-8787 www.cmrussell.org THROUGH MARCH 5 ARIZONA-SONORA DESERT MUSEUM ART INSTITUTE IRONWOOD GALLERY Desert Senses: Visions from the West Tucson, AZ – (520) 883-3024 www.desertmuseumarts.com THROUGH MARCH 12 BONE CREEK MUSEUM OF AGRARIAN ART Tour the West David City, NE – (402) 367-4488 www.bonecreek.org THROUGH MARCH 15 PHIPPEN MUSEUM Western Focus: A Fine Art Photography Exhibition & Sale Prescott, AZ – (928) 778-1385 www.phippenartmuseum.org THROUGH MARCH 19 TUCSON MUSEUM OF ART More Than: Expanding Artist Identities from the American West Tucson, AZ – (520) 624-2333 www.tucsonmuseumofart.org THROUGH MARCH 26 THE BOOTH WESTERN ART MUSEUM Conserving America’s Wildlands Cartersville, GA – (770) 387-1300 www.boothmuseum.org THROUGH APRIL 30 WESTERN SPIRIT: SCOTTSDALE’S MUSEUM OF THE WEST Light and Legacy: The…

Until you’ve field-dressed an elk and carried it out of the backcountry, you don’t know its anatomy like Michael Coleman. Unless you’ve spent the last 75 years watching daybreak over the Wasatch Mountains, you can’t intuit the exact color of rose that spills over their craggy peaks onto the West Desert. For the Provo, Utah-based painter and wildlife sculptor, Googling his subject matter is simply not enough. “Nature—to me and to Nick—has always been our guiding light,” says Michael, whose son Nicholas followed him into the family business. “When you’re out in nature, universally, we do feel better,” he continues. “There’s a structure, there’s a unity, a peacefulness.” “Romantic is kind of a goofy word to use,” Michael laughs, though his visual and philosophical lineage link him to the light…

(650) 746-3646 julia_seelos@yahoo.com www.juliaseelosgallery.com Julia Munger Seelos has been painting outdoors since growing up in Kentucky. Her fondness for the natural world is given voice in her fresh interpretations of the landscape. She is inspired by the rich tapestry of changing colors and light of the American West. Plein air events have taken Seelos to the colorful Western landscapes of Zion, Escalante, Sedona, the Grand Canyon, Telluride and Santa Fe. From her home base on the San Francisco Peninsula, with its temperate climate, she can paint the California coast from San Francisco to Big Sur yearround. This April, Seelos will be featured with Pacific Panorama at Viewpoints Gallery in Los Altos, California. Her works will feature the dramatic Pacific Coast and the lush landscapes on the headlands. In May Seelos…

Bridgette Meinhold worked in sustainability for many years, dabbling in watercolor when she had the time. But when she took a workshop on encaustic painting in 2010, something clicked, and by 2015, she was a full-time artist. This month, Meinhold will show her encaustic paintings alongside works from Nina Tichava in Thresholds and Dawns at Gallery Wild in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. “The painting process for me starts in nature,” Meinhold says. “My husband and I go backcountry skiing as well as hiking and biking and camping, so I’m always taking photos.” After she’s decided on her subject matter, she doesn’t start with encaustic right away. Instead, she does a watercolor study to help her decide on the composition and colors of the painting. “There’s not a lot of opportunity to…

Native Texan, Susan Temple Neumann, finds inspiration in the spirit of the West, the landscape, its history and the people. This includes her life-long fascination with Native Americans, cowboys, horses and wildlife that fuel her passion for painting. “The majority of my references come from the Western photo shoots I attend around the United States. Having so many subjects to choose from is amazing,” the artist says. “There is usually a wonderful variety of characters from mountain men, Native Americans, pioneer men, women and children, along with all the horses, longhorn, sheep, cattle, wagons, etc. Each shoot has a vast array of subject matter to choose from, allowing me to come home with enough images to last a lifetime.” She continues, “The more I learn about the Native American tribes,…

Accomplished painter and sculptor Theodore Waddell is celebrated for his commanding impressionistic Western landscapes dotted with ranch animals and wildlife. What many might not know is that Waddell has another, more playful artistic outlet on the side—illustrating children’s books. A collaboration with his wife, writer Lynn Campion, three of his books—and a fourth on the way—were inspired by on the couple’s beloved Bernese mountain dogs and their favorite pastimes. Another, Memories of Childhood, draws from Waddell’s experiences as a boy growing up in rural Montana during much simpler times. Nearly 30 of Waddell’s original illustrations for these books are the subject of the Brinton Museum’s 18th annual Illustrator Show which opens February 10 and runs through April 23, in the S. K. Johnston Jr. Family Gallery. Waddell’s Tucker the Bernese…

In this month’s issue, we have a feature on the popular Tucson rodeo that takes place in February in Tucson, Arizona. To complement the opening of the rodeo, Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery is presenting a new group exhibition with rodeo as the core theme of the show. Talking with Mark and painter Howard Post, both Tucson residents, it becomes obvious that the rodeo, now in its 98th year, is very special to many people in the city. Schools and businesses close, there is a festive parade and the whole city celebrates as the horses and cattle, the team ropers and bull riders, and all the other rodeo festivities descend into Southern Arizona. I was surprised to hear that the rodeo is so beloved. I grew up, and still reside,…

MARCH 16-18, 2023 March in Montana Coeur d’Alene, ID – (208) 664-2091 MARCH 16-18, 2023 Out West Art Show & Sale Great Falls, MT – (406) 590-1961 MARCH 24-25, 2023 Briscoe Western Art Museum Night of Artists San Antonio, TX – (210) 299-4499 MARCH 31-APRIL 2, 2023 Cowgirl Up! Wickenburg, AZ – (928) 684-2272 APRIL 14-15, 2023 Scottsdale Art Auction Scottsdale, AZ – (480) 945-0225 MAY 2023 (DATES TBA) Christie’s American Art Sale New York, NY – (212) 636-2000 MAY 2023 (DATES TBA) Sotheby’s American Art Sale New York, NY – (212) 606-7000 MAY 2023 (DATES TBA) Bonham’s American Art Sale New York, NY – (212) 644-9001 MAY 2022 (DATES TBA) Heritage American Art Sale Dallas, TX – (214) 528-3500 JUNE 2-AUGUST 6, 2023 Prix de West Oklahoma City, OK…

Opening January 28 at Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery in Tucson, Arizona, is Legendary Patania Jewelry: In the Tradition of the Southwest, a jewelry group show that will celebrate three generations of the Pataniaania family, known for their fine art jewelry. The family brought stunning jewelry to clients all around the Southwest through the Thunderbird Shop, first in New Mexico and then later in Arizona. In addition to the three Patanias—Frank Sr., Frank Jr. and Sam Patania—the Thunderbird Shop was also a great destination to see artwork from Native American craftsmen and artists. The Patania brand is often associated with its incredible silver designs with magnificent stonework that includes exceptionaleptional pieces of turquoise. In addition to the show and sale, there will also be a book signing by Pat and…

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Ancient Greek still life paintings and mosaics contained representations of poultry, game, fruit and vegetables, indicating the gifts that wealthy hosts would provide for their guests. The phrase “still life” comes from the French nature mort, which translates literally as “dead nature.” Translated more liberally as “still life,” it denotes a picture of inanimate objects. After the simple representation of offerings in ancient Greece, still lifes began to be burdened with symbols suggesting the ephemeral nature of life as well as that of the vegetables and flowers themselves. The great Italian still life painter Giorgio Morandi depicted the objects themselves, as they were. He wrote, “I believe that nothing can be more abstract, more unreal, than what we actually see. We know that all we can see of the objective…

406 W. Pico Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 91105 (213) 275-1060 info@maxwellalexandergallery.com www.maxwellalexandergallery.com Maxwell Alexander Gallery has quickly become one of the leading galleries in the Western art genre. With a focus on contemporary artists, the gallery has been able to curate the strongest artists all under one roof. Artists include LoganMaxwell Hagege, T. Allen Lawson, Glenn Dean, Len Chmiel, G. Russell Case, Eric Bowman, Thomas Blackshear II, John Moyers, Brett Allen Johnson, Tim Solliday and Josh Elliott. The “New Breed of Fine Art” is a philosophy the gallery holds dear, featuring only the best artists with a forward-looking view of the West and with a superior technical ability to create. Maxwell Alexander refuses to represent a large roster but instead focus on a quality roster of master artists. The art…

On February 11, Settlers West of Tucson, Arizona, will present the annual show known as American Miniatures. With more than 270 works by 158 artists, the show provides a fine sampling of small and miniature Western-themed paintings and sculptures that are all 120 square inches or smaller. “American Miniatures always brings forward a unique combination of styles and subject matter by some of America’s greatest artists,” explains Settlers West gallery owner Stuart Johnson. “Their task is to create a large painting in a small frame, which is not easily accomplished. This will be Settlers West’s 41st annual American Miniatures, and we look forward to seeing all the wonderful works gathered for this stellar event.” Many renowned Western artists will have works displayed and up for purchase, including Dustin Van Wechel, John…

Gladys Roldan-de-Moras has had consistent representation in galleries and G shows throughout the Southwest and Texas since she made a splash in the Western art world. She will be making an exciting debut in California this February when her work appears at the Masters of the American West at the Autry Museum of the American West. “I am very excited to present my art for the first time on the West Coast. My paintings, which represent my heritage, portray the national sport of my native Mexico: Charrería. This is something I do with great honor and respect. I have tried to capture a joyful, exuberant Charreada (a charro festival and competition) during Fiesta Week,” she says. “Since this vibrant activity took place in the U.S., the riders processioned into the…

Western Art Collector magazine has changed the way artists, galleries and collectors connect. It has closed the gap that previously existed in the Western art market. Spectacular and instant SOLD! stories keep rolling in. On this page you can read just some of the feedback pouring into our office from coast to coast on sales and connections achieved. And now that the Virtual Version of the magazine launches up to 10 days before the Printed edition arrives, collectors can find new art even faster. 1. Huge T. Allen Lawson painting finds its forever home T. Allen Lawson’s 97-inchwide mixed media piece Black Angus has been sold to a private collection in Texas. The painting’s origins were with a cow skeleton offered to the artist by his neighbors. Once Lawson started…

An important and once-missing work from painter Dale Nichols is now in the collection of the Bone Creek Museum Agrarian Art in David City, Nebraska. Sanley Farm was painted in 1933 and after being exhibited for a short time in New York, the work disappeared into the art world. It would pop up again 80 years later and would catch the eye of Dan Sanley, who had been looking for the piece for many years. Sanley’s family had lived next door to the farm where the painting originated. After the piece’s rediscovery, the Sanley family was able to bid on the work with the help of numerous members of the David City community. It was promptly donated to the museum after it was purchased. Nichols, who was related to the…

Few places in the United States treat their rodeo the way Tucson, Arizona, treats La Fiesta de los Vaqueros. Not only is the rodeo recognized as a holiday within the city, but schoolchildren are dismissed from school and some businesses even reduce hours to alflow employees to take their families to the rodeo grounds for the festivities. If there was a red carpet, they’d roll it out, except the horses would…you know. To celebrate this year’s rodeo, Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery is hosting Rodeo de Tucson, a group exhibition that will spotlight artwork related to rodeos. The show will be made up of both old and new work, as well as art and objects of many mediums and styles. The work ranges from a work on paper from Charles…

The bright and dazzling state of California often conjures specific scenes in the imagination, from the Sierra Nevadas to Yosemite National Park. One look at the vast cliff face of El Capitan, a rock formation of godly proportions, inspires wonder and awe. Or trekking through California’s redwood forests, you’ll experience some of the most dense old-growth woods in the region. Of course, an ever-present theme within the Golden State is the Golden Age of Hollywood, where Western movies shared a major spot in the limelight and John Wayne, Gene Autry and Roy Rogers captivated the country. The cowboy way of life—and the surrounding landscape that is iconographic of the West—still holds power today. All of these things, from natural wonders to human history and culture, inspire artists every day to…

(949) 412-6907 rdelanty@cox.net The Casa Romantica Cultural Center in San Clemente, California, presents unique cultural events for the appreciation of the San Clemente community and beyond, to visitors in and out of state. One of these will be a solo exhibition titled Inspired by History, featuring 22 paintings by national award-winning landscape painter Rick J. Delanty. The show is inspired by the works of renowned painters like Armin Hansen, Anna Hills, Frank Cuprien, Albert Bierstadt, William Ritschel, Thomas Hill and William Wendt. Each historical/contemporary pairing will be connected by a variety of elements that could include subject matter, geographical location, similar composition, color and theme. Paintings were created both in the studio and plein air. Delanty has painted for 50 years, and taught painting and drawing for nearly 40 years,…

The Masters of the American West exhibition and sale is returning to the Autry Museum of the American West on February 11 in Los Angeles. The show is a unique experience for many of the artists: except for a very select few who already live near the Pacific coast, almost the entire roster of invited artists must travel toward the sunset to get to the museum. As it was in the 1800s, so it is in 2023—all roads lead to the West. This year’s show will feature more than 55 artists who will be bringing more than 150 artworks representing the West across many subjects, styles and mediums. The exhibition opens February 11 and continues through March 26. The key dates for collectors will be February 24 and 25, which…

Many know Charles M. Russell as the famous Western painter and sculptor, who made thousands of brilliant works based on his time spent in the Montana wilderness and his years as a cowboy and wrangler. However, there was much more to Russell, who was also known for his quick wit and humorous spirit. Through the summer of 2023, the C.M. Russell Museum features approximately 20 greeting card illustrations, letters and small works as insights into the artists personal life, and spanning the entirety of his life and career. “The inspiration for this exhibition really came down to the public’s fascination with the letters,” says assistant curator Olivia Cotterman, adding that the museum tries to display some of Russell’s letters at least once a year. “It’s nice for people to realize…