This painting was done from a photograph taken of a cowboy model at the Clay Summer Workshop in Cheyenne two years ago. Any ideas for a title?
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Submitted this painting, a full sheet watercolor, to the Rock Springs Wild Horse show. The landscape is seen from Windy Hill, 11,000 feet, overlooking Paradise Basin in the Wind River Mountains. The packer was carrying our gear to Steamboat Lake where we camped. Only a 14 mile walk.
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Growing up on a Missouri farm, I learned to love the outdoors and its creatures. I earned a BS and MS in biology from Emporia State University, and taught biology for fourteen years. Working as a park ranger naturalist for many summers, the beauty of Yellowstone inspired me to return to painting. I have studied with several outstanding watercolor painters, exhibited work in national shows, and received many awards.
The versatility of watercolor continues to intrigue me. Carrying a small watercolor box and sketchbook when hiking or backpacking allows me to enjoy plein air painting. I also work in the studio because summers are short in the high country near Laramie, Wyoming.