Rick Young Fine Art

"Trail's End" oils on canvas, 30x40

About the Artist

Rick Young

Rick finds inspiration in the unique confluence of topography, culture, and light that is the Southwest. He uses bright color and distinctive directional brushstrokes to bring the mountains, mesas, and canyons of this region to life. His paintings often celebrate the beauty of our public lands.

Artist, Historian, and Teacher

After receiving a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Miami University (Ohio), Rick moved to Colorado where he embarked on a career in teaching. After earning an MA in US History at the University of Colorado, he wrote an award-winning book, The Ute Indians of Colorado in the Twentieth Century. Rick draws upon his research into the various peoples of the Southwest--Native, Hispano, and Anglo--to better depict the human imprint on this ruggedly beautiful land. Since retiring from teaching, Rick has been painting full time. He lives with his wife and two dogs in Castle Rock, Colorado.

upcoming events

2023 Coors Western Art Exhibit & Sale

Rick will once again be exhibiting in this prestigious curated show associated with the National Western Stock Show in Denver. The Red Carpet opening reception will be January 3, 2023. Rick will be part of a 3-artist online panel led by Curator Rose Fredrick Nov. 17, 2022 at 12 PM. Rick will answer questions about his work, including "Rio Grande Rhythm," pictured at left. Register online to join the discussion at https://coorswesternart.com/inside-the-studio-year.php?year=2022 .

national park service artist-in-residence

National Park Artist Residencies

Rick spent nearly 3 weeks living and working at Capitol Reef National Park as an Artist in Residence in the fall of 2021. He found great inspiration in the redrock landscape of this Utah park. He presented a public program in late-September at the Entrada Institute in the nearby town of Torrey, and he has since created many new paintings based on his time at this amazing park. Rick previously served as Artist in Residence at Mesa Verde National Park in 2019.

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Email

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rickyoungfineart@gmail.com

Phone

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Phone

720-320-1796