Born in the year of the Horse, Xiang Zhang (pronounced Shong Zang) grew up in China. After graduating from The Central Academy of Drama in Beijing, where he was strongly influenced by the 1
Bill was born and raised in a (then) rural area east of Golden, CO. He began drawing with serious intent (copying comic book characters) at age three and painting in oils at the age of eight.
Drawing and painting have been constants in my life. There is a mysterious bond of learning and understanding between me and the subjects I’ve painted, and I’ve always felt compelled to
As a wildlife conservation artist, Vickie McMillan-Hayes is closely attuned to the cycles in life, the metamorphoses and the evolutions, the ebb and flow of the seasons. To speak of her current life
Tom Mansanarez, his wife and two daughters, make their home in Idaho Falls, Idaho, just west of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. He is third among four brothers, all of whom share the artistic talent of
Thomas Aquinas Daly paints what he knows, and the result is a collection of poetic landscape and still life paintings that embody a unique fidelity to the enduring themes of land and nature. With a
Terry Donahue is an internationally acclaimed wildlife artist who is rapidly gaining attention in the art world for his innovative style and stunning portrayals of primates, big cats, birds and
Suzie was a professional diver for over 30 years. As a Diving Instructor Trainer, Suzie traveled around the world, as the first woman to teach diving, and license instructors. While working for the C
Sue Key is a southern artist whose paintings are represented in galleries, juried shows, and in private and corporate collections throughout the US. Primarily self-taught, her canvases are of
For over eighteen years Stephen O’Brien Jr. Fine Arts has specialized in the finest American, sporting, and western art and antique decoys. We are always interested in acquiring collect
Spencer Hodge attended the Hastings School of Art and the Royal West of England Academy. After such formal and academic art training he spent six years illustrating books and teaching material fo
With work hanging at the White House and in permanent, private and Museum collections, throughout the world, John Seerey-Lester has become one of the most renowned of today’s wildlife and historic
” My paintings reflect nature through my eyes….
the delicate balance between Everyday Life, the conservation of future
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Rudolph “Rudl” Mergelman is a descendant of two Colorado pioneer families. He was raised in the heart of the open range of Western Colorado. Horses, cattle and working ranches were the way
Ross received his Bachelor of Fine Art and Master of Art degrees in painting from the University of Tulsa. Over the years, Ross has exhibited his work in national and international art shows,
In nearly 40 years of painting, Ron Van Gilder’s inspiration comes from three sources in the natural world: an interesting point of view or pose of any animal; lighting effects that en
Roland H. Clark was an artist, author, and sportsman who was particularly well known for his etchings of game birds, such as ducks, geese, woodcock, and quail. He was the son of Henry Walker a
Roger was born and raised in Watsonville, California, a beautiful region along the northern California coast. He spent much of his youth hunting pheasants, quail, waterfowl and fishing for
Blurring the lines between the boundaries of our work, life, and faith is the sublime accomplishment, helping nurture a life full of meaningful being and doing. Artist David Ireland suggeste
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During the late-1950s, 1960s and 1970s, Robert Abbett, also credited as Bob Abbett, illustrated book covers for war novels, detective novels, thrillers, historical fiction and
Painter Rob Leslie grew up in Wisconsin where hunting is a family tradition, but it wasn’t until he moved to Turnersville in 1985 that he began to put the wildlife around him on canvas.
Richard Clifton was born in Delaware in 1961. He lives on a historic family farm adjoining the Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, where he is surrounded by inspiration for his art. He is a s
Richard Evett Bishop (1887-1975) was an etcher and painter of wildlife subjects, particularly ducks and geese. He also etched a number of Christmas cards which are now in the collection of th
Raised in Colorado, Ralph always knew he would be an artist. The freedom to move about and enjoy the wonders of the world fit his temperament. After a brief stint in commercial illustration,
R. J. McDonald is one of our country’s most highly respected wildlife artists.
For over thirty years knowledgeable art collectors have enthusiastically collected his paintings, giclees and limite
Everyone enjoys nature in their own unique way, but why am I so captivated to the point where I want to paint it? Perhaps it is how unique everything is down to the tiniest details. Maybe it
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Peter Corbin is primarily known for sporting art landscapes, merging the natural wonders and elegant drama of the sporting life with the realm of fine art
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Kenyan born, Peter Blackwell has been intrigued by Africa’s environments and exceptional diversity all his life. Raised on a remote farm in Northern Kenya, the African bush was
Peggy Watkins is a professional sporting and wildlife artist residing in Charleston, South Carolina. Her representational oil paintings can be found in collections across the U.S.
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In 2011 Paul Tunkis revived his interest in painting and drawing after 27 years of living in Montana. Combining his artistic skills with his years of experience as a hunting and fishing guid
My first recollection of being interested in “Art” was when I was about 5 years old. I remember in pre-school always drawing E.T. and the Miami Dolphins logo, the desire to draw water cr
The success Pat Matthews has enjoyed since he became a full time artist 13 years ago is no longer a secret. Pat’s record of selling just about everything he has painted to an increasingly
Patricia Pépin
Born in 1964, Patricia Pépin spent her first years in Bromont. As a child she loved to roam in the woods and fields, observing the wilderness and drawing her many findings.
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Patricia A Griffin’s vibrant compositions are a contemporary manifestation of humanity’s earliest muse. Her oil paintings of animals on linen, burn slowly as they stir the mind into daydreams of
North American wildlife such as deer, elk, grizzlies, fox, and mountain lions are some of his favorite subjects to paint. Pat also enjoys painting song birds, turkeys, pheasants, ducks a
Mike Stidham is best known for his dramatic oils of fish in their natural environment. It is true that an artist expresses best that for which he has a passion and familiarity. It follows then tha
Established in 1983. We have been supplying collectors and museums with fine art of both American and European heritage. Our goal is to provide the best examples available at a fair price, al
Michael Coleman
Michael Coleman was born and raised in Provo, Utah and spent his boyhood hunting, fishing and trapping throughout the Rocky Mountains, often taking a sketchbook with him. Ea
The Man’s Page. “For whom the bell tolls, the bell tolls for thee.” Hemingway at home, Hemingway at his favorite bar, Hemingway with wife, Hemingway with mistress, Hemingway with Fidel Castr
Born in the UK, Matthew now lives on the Eastern Shore of Maryland with his artist wife, Julia Rogers and son Patrick. Studied wildlife art at Dyfed College of Art; catapulted into the British art sc
My paintings represent living, breathing creatures that feel pain, care for and protect their families, and make survival decisions every day of their lives. It’s not just a “pretty pictur
Mark Kelso was born in 1967, and raised in Indianapolis, IN. During his early years, through the support of his family, he spent much of his time immersed in art and nature. From this back
Because artists can often create emotional connections between an audience and the artist’s subjects, we have a special role to play of bringing an awareness to our natural environment.
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Angler, hunter, and above all artist, Lynn Bogue Hunt was the most popular and prolific outdoor illustrator in mid-20th century America. He painted a record 106 covers for Field & Str
Lou Pasqua aspired to be to be a wildlife artist from the age of six. After an education in graphic design and over twenty years working in graphic arts, he changed his focus an
Lita Gatlin, a native of Georgia, now living in Charlotte, North Carolina, began drawing in pencil and ink at an early age and transitioned into the oil medium after college. In 2002, after a caree
Lindsay Scott’s background as an illustrator, botanical researcher and biologist have served her well in conveying the drama and spirit of wildlife, both African and North American. A native
Leslie Kirchner was brought up in artistic family where art was encouraged from an early age. She is an award winning artist who lives and works in a rural area in the mountains of California. Refere
“True art must stir the heart and reach deep into the soul of the viewer if it is going to last. Emotions make art ‘live’. I judge everything first with my mind and then give it the
The Legacy Gallery is proud to represent over one hundred nationally known artists. With two locations Scottsdale, Arizona and Jackson Hole, Wyoming, the Legacy Gallery offers the finest in repr
I’ve been blessed to have a place to do what I love to do, paint wildlife, and share my love of animals and art with others. Being able to paint and talk with people, to tell them my own life exper
James Corwin designs distinct oil paintings through a unique balance of gestural paint techniques and precise detail. Primarily focused on wildlife Corwin aims to engage the viewer through
n order to advance further in my career, I needed a master’s degree. I took a six month sabbatical to work on my dissertation. While studying, I began evaluating my life. Where was I head
Forty years of traveling the wilderness areas of Africa do classify Kim Donaldson as an adventurer. This ongoing journey has resulted in some of the purest art to ever come from this continent
Kelly Singleton was born and raised in rural Maryland. Her passion for animals was instilled early on and growing up she expressed this passion through art. She went on to attend the Maryland
Kay Witherspoon was trained as an art educator, took instruction from Robert Bateman, Greg Beacham, Simon Coombs, and John Banovich, yet is primarily self-taught. She has been identified as “One o
Thirteen years ago, three artists opened this gallery space with a view of the National Elk Refuge. Since then, the gallery has grown in ways we could have never predicted. Although our name has chan
Kathleen Dunphy’s rapid success in the competitive art world was predicted when American Artist Magazine recognized her as one of the Top Ten Emerging Artists in 1998, just 2 years after she
Karla grew up in a small town in the state of Washington. Her passion for drawing started at a very early age. She continued as a self-taught artist until she entered Tidewater Community College
Justin Young is one of the most recognized contemporary wildlife artists. Coming from a long line of professional artists, Justin began painting and sculpting at the age of four. Later, while ea
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Wildlife artist Julie Jeppsen is known for her paintings combining realism and atmosphere of wild animals in landscape. Julie is a self-taught artist, whose subject matter i
Judy Larson always knew she was going to be an artist. She was surrounded by artists as a child and was particularly inspired by her father, Clyde Provonsha, a professional illustrator best kn
Judy Fairley taught pastel through Walla Walla Community College and has been an active member of the valley art center in Clarkston, WA for over 40 years. She grew up in Clarkston, where she
I like painting wildlife because it’s timeless. These scenes I paint have gone on for thousands of years. Even though cars are going by my studio at 50 miles per hour, these
“A successful painting, to me, represents nature’s truth filtered through the artist”
Born in Great Falls, MT in 1973, Josh Elliott and his family now live in Helena. Elliot
Joni Johnson-Godsy grew up in small town Ohio. Her love of animals started from her first memories as a child and was a passion that grew even stronger over time. In her youth she spent co
Jonathan Pointer was born in 1974 and as a child lived in the Middle East, where exotic birds and the back-drop of desert, provided an early stimulus in what has since proved to be a lifelong
Jon Ren’s passion for drawing and painting began as a young boy. He was greatly influenced by his father, western artist Chuck Ren, and driven by his own natural ability. After graduati
John Swan divides his time between his home and studio in Portland Maine, his summer home in the Rangeley Lakes, and winters in the Bahamas, where his days are spent bone fishing on the beauti
John A. Ruthven, naturalist, author, lecturer, and internationally acknowledged master of wildlife art is often called the “20th Century Audubon.” Ruthven uses the same techniques as his f
In addition to his native Georgia, the entire Eastern coast has provided John Wilson with a teeming abundance of wildlife and natural settings which he portrays in his paintings.
“I tr
A devoted student of the plein air approach to painting landscape, John takes his paints and canvas panels into the field to produce small oil studies, which are later used in the studio to compl
At an early age, John was taught by his parents how to observe nature and translate it into an art form. He started creating with the guidance of his father Ray, who is a widely respected arti
