Nature and Experience: Paintings by William Nichols
It took William Nichols some time to develop a visual vocabulary that accurately expressed what he saw and experienced emotionally in nature. However, once discovered, the creativity — and paint — flowed in ways that continue to enthrall viewers and collectors.
Windows to a Forgotten World
Although it’s been many thousands - if not millions – of years since ancient civilizations and some extinct animal species flourished, their legacies continue to fascinate and live on through the creative vision of artist James Gurney. Welcome to Dinotopia and other lost worlds.
Continuing Memories and Traditions
Landscape painter Mary Derrick is an outstanding example to show it’s never too late to begin one’s love affair with art. More importantly, however, was the moment it happened, which has kept memories fresh of the person who led her to it.
Oil Painting Spotlight: “Alley Kitty” by John Whytock
"I couldn’t resist the challenge of attempting to render the amber of the street lamps reflecting off the red brick..." John Whytock takes us behind the scenes of his recent PleinAir Salon winner, "Alley Kitty."
Portrait of a Portraitist
How Yuqi Wang, a master of portraiture, discovered Western Art, defied authorities in school, and has answered the question, "Why am I here?"
Artist Spotlight: Chantel Barber
"Everywhere I go I am inspired by people around me. When I went to the Grand Canyon, I was more interested in the people than the view. I can’t help it."
Artist Spotlight: Nicole White Kennedy
By taking workshops and assimilating new techniques, Kennedy’s works leaned towards colorful impressionism with a narrative flair.
Realistic Sculptures of the Human-to-Animal Connection
Whether wild lynx, bison, frog or fish, the bronze-and-wood wildlife sculptures of Montana artist Tyrel Johnson bring a sense of peace to their audience while offering a unique story of nature.
Artist Spotlight: Karen Ann Hitt
Artist Karen Ann continually pushes to new limits and learning all along the way, just like her favorite Michelangelo quote, “I am still learning.”
Artist to Watch: Eva-Maria Wohn
There is a lot of superb contemporary realism being made these days; this article shines light on a gifted individual who creates bas-relief portraits.