Featured Artists - (Those with web pages)
You are invited to view the web
pages, and artwork, of the artists listed below
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name below)
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JACK ATKINS
Jack Atkins is a fourth generation New Mexican born and raised in the
north central part of the state. As a teenager in Taos, he was heavily
influenced by the emphasis placed by the community on its art and
artists. This eventually led to his current fascination with the
culture and traditions of the southwest in general and New Mexico in
particular. The intense desert light and vistas became the inspiration
for his use of vivid colors and dramatic compositions to capture the
underlying sense of drama and history of the area.
 
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WAYNE BAIZE
A Texan by birth, CAA artist Wayne Baize has never strayed far from his roots. Born
and raised near Abilene, he currently lives on a small ranch in the Big Bend country near
Fort Davis, where he raises Hereford cattle and creates art that tells the tale of the
working cowboy. "What I like is to portray the everyday routine of these contemporary
legends, both as it is now, and as it was a century ago. I prefer to show the rugged life
these men lead, working in the open range - riding, roping and moving the herds across the
grassy plains. Cowboyin' is a demanding occupation, yet one which brings great
satisfaction."
- DOREMAN BURNS
His cowgirls have attitude, and his penetrating yet personal style causes
the viewer to experience a sense of the familiar, as if these were people they have known.
Living in the ranch country of New Mexico provides Burns with a continuous source of
inspiration.
- DOWNE BURNS
Bringing pleasure to life seems to be the first priority for Lubbock, Texas artist Downe
Burns. His colorful images of cacti and adobe filled deserts have become legendary,
and he is currently working on a series of imaginative new paintings which celebrate
nostalgic memories of winsome potted flowers and cozy cottages.
- J.D. CHALLENGER
Although he is not a Native American himself, J. D. Challenger has taken up as his
personal cause, the plight of the American Indian during the late 1800's. Through
his imagery, Challenger invites the viewer to revisit history and come face-to-face with
the spirits of the past.
- CHERYL DERRICK
Inspired by the rivers and mountains of her native Southwest, El Paso artist Cheryl
Derrick creates warm, impressionistic landscapes which emphasize the timeless yet
changeable quality of this vast desert panorama.
CONNIE DILLMAN
Her attention to detail and composition has made Dillman an award-winning
artist. In addition to receiving numerous honors in El Paso regional competitions, Dillman
was awarded "The Best of Show" by the National Watercolor Society for their 1995
competition. She is also a signature member of the American Watercolor Society, National
Watercolor Society, the Pastel Society of America and the Knickerbocker Artists.
- ALBERT DREHER
Rich in unity, Dreher's works celebrate the Native American's ultimate belief in the
oneness of Nature and Man. Everything in a Dreher painting flows; space,
color,
time and reality. The circular sun/moon theme found in many of his paintings is a
constant symbol of hope arising out of despair - the light dawning behind darkness.
The popularity of Dreher's work centers around a unique oil wash technique which
imbues his work with the soft, ethereal quality of a watercolor, yet offers the durability
and classic nature of an oil painting.
- KATALIN EHLING
Dancing women, frolicking children - Katalin's art is a constant celebration of life.
Using a folkart simplicity, Ehling's work portrays images of people who live close to the
land, and who are at peace with themselves and the world in which they live.
- EL FUENTE
"El Fuente" is not his real name, of course, but in the idylic haven he has
found, his art now flows as freely as the water from his namesake, "fountain".
He is alone, yet not lonely. His continence is easy to gaze upon, but he will give
no one the opportunity. He attends no receptions, and desires no fame or
accolades. His art speaks for itself.
- FERNANDO FLORES
Fernando Flores draws upon his rich Mexican heritage and a natural love for people to
create figurative works which , while celebrating the culture of the border, also glow
with the warmth and beauty found only in works by the great European Masters.
- KEN FREEMAN
First Lady Barbara Bush was sufficiently impressed
with Freeman's art that she invited him to show at the Smithsonian
Institution in conjunction with their Native American exhibition.
Freeman is also known for original art and posters that depict the
Hashknife pony express ride. Arizona Senator John Kyle
selected two of these posters for display in the Library of Congress
and to be included in the Legacy Project.
- G. HARVEY
Harvey’s early interest in sketching and drawing slowly
evolved into a passion for painting in oils. He abandoned the
security of a full-time job in 1963 and threw his total energy into
a fine art career. Harvey paints the spirit of America from its
western hills and prairies to the commerce of its great cities. The
Smithsonian Institution honored Harvey by selecting him for a
one-man show. He has been the recipient of innumerable awards and
the subject of three books. Through his art, our history lives.
- ANNETTA HOOVER
There is truth to the adage that beauty can be found everywhere. Through the eyes of this
New Mexico artist, dusty desert roads, crumbling adobe ruins and even toiling field hands
are suddenly transformed into things of beauty and mystery. Even the local natives want to
sign up for a tour of this inviting new land.
NOTE: Annetta's web pages are under construction. Check back
often.
- JOHN HOPKINS
New Mexico artist John Hopkins creates his vibrant images by melding his lifelong passions
for science and nature, thus producing magnificent landscapes that demonstrate his
exceptional love for, and understanding of, the natural world which surrounds him.
- RUSSELL HOUSTON
Arizona artist Russell Houston is best known his imaginative images of a pair of cowboy
golfers, caught in whimsical situations which add an entirely new dimension to the game of
golf. Although our web site features only Houston's humorous golf images, his
serious western paintings rank among the best in the nation.
- LESTER HUGHES
Appealing by virture of their simplicity, over the past thirty years, paintings by
LesterHughes have found their way into numerous collections, including those of movie
stars and former US presidents. Rangy, trail-worn cowboys, windmills and rustic
shacks are set against the majestic beauty of cloud-shrouded mountains in a celebration of
Hughes' own western heritage.
- DARNELL JONES
- JUDY LARSON
Influenced by her love of nature and animals, Judy has devoted her
time to wildlife art. Her primary focusin each of her
paintings is the animal, with the horse as a recurring
subject. Scratchboard is her medium of choice, one that
Judy has used masterfully in developing her unique approach to
wildlife art. Through
this, she has become the leading “camouflage” artist of today
and has developed a significant following of fans who collect her
limited edition prints.
- MICHAEL LONGO
Painting in the tradition of Claude Monet, Arizona artist Michael Longo notes that what he
strives for in his work, above all else, is the timeless quality characterized by the art
of the French Impressioists. "I want to produce work that will have the same
appeal one hundred years from now as it does today."
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HARRIETT McDONALD
Art has always been a part of Harriett’s life as she grew up with the smell
of artist’s paint and turpentine, and the sight of her mother at her easel,
plying her own considerable skills. From the time she could hold a crayon,
she was given access to materials and opportunity. So, creativity has
always been a part of her environment.
- RUDY MONTOYA
The chiseled features of an American Indian... The weathered countenance of
an aging Mexican... The exuberant joy of a young child... All these are subjects for
the sensitive pen & ink drawings and vivid watercolors of Southwestern artist, Rudy
Montoya.
- GARY MORTON
Only a man who has walked in their boots can truthfully portray the life of
the working cowboy, and New Mexico artist, Gary Morton, has ridden with the best of them.
Morton chooses to voice his admiration for this vanishing breed of "heroes" by
depicting vignettes from their daily lives such as driving a herd to pasture, roping,
branding and sometimes even the moments of quiet contemplation stolen at the end
of a grueling day.
- GARY NIBLETT
Gary Niblett's art is a celebration of life, capturing the simple beauty found in
the everyday moment. His work portrays the quiet fortitude that tamed the Western
Frontier, reminding the viewer that it is in the aftermath, rather than in the storm, that
strength of character is often found.
- PHILLIP PAROTTI
Using both oil and water based inks, Phillip Parotti creates detailed images
using the time honored tradition of wood and linoleum block printing. Occasionally
he prints other subjects, but artisticaly as well as physically, but he prefers to
work in the cultural and geographical traditions of the region surrounding his home in
Silver City, New Mexico.
- RANDY PATTON
Randy Patton's work encompasses a diverse range of subjects including realistic landscapes
and stunning abstracts. Using the rich jewel tones of the rainbow , he also produces
vibrant images which depict the beauty and charm of old El Paso.
- ANTONIO PIÑA
Charros, Charras, Vaqueros - all are images one associates with the work of Tony Piña.
However, one errs in limiting the scope of subject matter to that listed. The smoldering
deserts, sweeping mountains, endless sky and even the peoples who inhabit those vistas,
are all realistically recorded in the paintings of this masterful artist.
NOTE: Tony's web pages are under construction. Check back often.
- MARK PLOSS
"Ever since I was a kid, I've always loved the desert. I
would spend days on end just wandering around out in its vast expanses gaining familiarity
with the plants, animals and even the insects. I am always captivated by how much the time
of day changes the scenery. Early morning light gives you cold colors, and you see more of
the grays and blues. By mid-day the light is so strong, that everything appears washed
out, and by evening the colors return, bathed in a soft light which emphasizes the pinks
and purples in the landscape.
- ED POSA
Bordering on the abstract, the paintings of Colorado artist Ed Posa have a truly mystical
and spiritual quality about them. Using long sweeping lines and bold, strong colors, to
create his images which seem to literally lift to the sky. Native Americans speak of his
style as "touching the heavens".
- RICHARD
ROLLINS
Born in New England of Puritan ancestry, Richard
Rollins has loved drawing and painting since he was a child. Early
exposure to the museums of Boston, New York City and Philadelphia
brought him into contact with some of the world's finest works
of art.
- FRANCISCO ROMERO
Romero has said that he works hard to capture the spirit of life on the border.
"The Mexican culture is my inspiration" he said. "I want to
show the everyday life of my people, and their customs, through my work. And, I also
like to show the Mexican history, the day-to-day life of the Mexican people from the
1800's and early 1900's". His cheerful work is painted in the bright
tradition of Diego Rivera, with some influences of Colombian artist Botillo peeking
through.
- DAVID
SCHWINDT
A serious artist, New Mexican David Schwindt approaches his paintings as a philosopher
would life. Although he knows that the best art occurs when a painter creates intuitively,
he also knows that criteria such as composition, design and color also play a major part
in completing a truly perfect painting. Perfection is a source of beauty in itself.
- ROBERT (SHOOFLY)
SHUFELT
"When I thought about it, I realized I had always loved the West - the open spaces of
the landscapes, the cowboys, the animals and the challenge that this way of life
represented. Most of my family lived out west, and my in-laws were involved in ranching,
so painting the west was a natural progression for me. And so my adventure as a cowboy
artist began".
- VIRGIL STEPHENS
Ranging in scope from dramatic black and white pencil drawings to
delicately hued Conti pencil drawings which then have color added
through Oil washes, Virgil Stephens' artwork represents
a visual diary whose pages reflect the artist's own life experiences.
- BASSEL WOLFE
Diversity of subject matter is one of the most appealing attributes of Bassel Wolfe's art.
His award-winning oils and pastels include images of desert landscapes, working
cowboys, delicate nudes, sunny-faced children and even lush florals. He notes that
an artist's life is filled with fascinating subjects, and he hates to miss out on a good
painting by limiting his interests.
- ED WYATT
As a native of New Mexico, with its breathtaking landscapes, illuminated by
crystalline and dramatic light, Ed Wyatt understands the enchantment of the
Southwest. Born in an area where the subject matter is truly unique, he joins an
elite group of artists able to capture the vibrant color and intriguing shadows of the
mountains, mesas and ancient rustic adobe structures.
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