"Rio Chama Bend," oils on canvas, 30x40
A connection with the land through expressive painting
A unique vision of the Southwest
A celebration of color
Rick finds inspiration in the unique confluence of topography, culture, and light that is the Southwest. He uses bright color and stylized strokes to bring the mountains, mesas, and canyons of northern New Mexico to life.
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.
Rick will spend several weeks living and working as an artist-in-residence in the fall of 2021. He looks forward to bringing his unique artistic vision to the redrock landscape of Capitol Reef. He will present a public program in the nearby town of Torrey, Utah.
Rick has been selected to be a part of this prestigious exhibit of contemporary Western art. Normally held in conjunction with the National Western Stock Show, the 2021 Western art show will be a virtual affair given that the Stock Show has been postponed until 2022 due to covid 19. "Rio Grande Reverie" (36x48, at left) and five other of Rick's paintings will be included in an online auction beginning December 18, 2020 and closing with a live virtual event January 5, 2021. More information at CoorsWesternArt.com .
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