A Group Focus on Western Culture
Austin Barton, Bob Boomer, Michael Cassidy, Lisa Danielle, Carol Hamilton, T.D. Kelsey and Sally Kimp are seven Mockingbird Gallery artists whose work focuses on Western culture. They will exhibit together in the Heart of the West show, which opens on First Friday at Mockingbird Gallery on March 4th from 5 to 9 pm. Please come and join us for a glass of wine and a chance to view these artists' sculptures and paintings that reflect the Heart of the West. Music will be provided by Rich Hurdle and Friends from 5 to 9 pm.
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"All Around Cowboy" by Austin Barton
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Austin Barton was raised on the Snake River and Wallowa valleys of Oregon. He has an intimate knowledge of the "western" way of life through breaking horses and working on farms and ranches. He loves many aspects of that life, and those influences are reflected in the themes of his bronze sculptures: horses, cowboys and buffalo.
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"First Snow" by Bob Boomer
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Bob Boomer's sculpture utilizes weathered manzanita wood found near his California home. His favorite subjects are Native American women and children. "I always leave some of the wood in its natural state, letting the viewer be a part of the creative experience."
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"Nez Pierce on Horseback" by Michael Cassidy
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Michael Cassidy's paintings focus on his life-long interest in the Plains Indian culture. He paints in oil using a "wet-on-wet" technique for these authentically painted portraits. He presently resides in Bend, Oregon.
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"Five Birds" by Lisa Danielle
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Lisa Danielle is a western still life artist from Arizona who has great knowledge of Native American culture. Her detailed renderings of baskets and pottery are rich in design and dramatic light. Over the years she has built a diverse collection of historic memorabilia which add an element of authenticity. "These paintings tell stories of cowboy lore in a thriving native tradition."
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"Apache Trilogy" by Carol Hamilton
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Carol Hamilton is a "Western Woman" in her heart, her art and her lifestyle. Her passions are watercolor, horses, open spaces and the Native Americans of the West. When she is not painting she can be found riding the wilderness trails near her ranch home in the chaparral of California. She is an avid collector of American antiques and Native American artifacts, which she assembles into still life compositions.
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"Ain's a Hole In'em" by T.D. Kelsey
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T.D. Kelsey is a self-taught artist who grew up on a ranch near Bozeman, Montana. He was part of the rodeo circuit for many years in rough stock events and team roping. Much of his artwork stems from his interest in Texas longhorn cattle and wild horses. His passion for Africa and its wildlife has inspired many of his works and has fueled a growing concern for wildlife conservation worldwide. He is a member of the Cowboy Artists of America, and his bronze sculpture is available in limited editions.
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"Winter's Gathering" by Sally Kimp
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Bronze sculptor Sally Kimp designs her original sculptures in clay. The focus of her sculpture is Native American women portraying aspects of everyday life. Kimp portrays the indigenous people, including Navajo and Hopi, from her home state of Arizona. Her signature patina is a rich terracotta. Her special love of the outdoors and the simple beauty of nature are reflected in the smooth, flowing lines and peacefulness of her sculpture.
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