The Most Authentic Western Art
When people think about investing in Western art, their minds often go straight to paintings or sculptures— a brush stroke of Russell or the cool curves of Remington. But as a Native American jeweler and dealer, I argue that collecting Native American jewelry, especially pieces that showcase turquoise, holds just
Renaissance Man
Andrew Roda has quite a past—and a future that is glowing bright. He walked onto the polo team in college despite not knowing how to ride a horse. He did a lucrative stint as an East Coast investment banker before going to Hollywood and serving as Johnny Depp’s stand-in for
Unique Interpretations
Most of Peggy Judy’s paintings are born of a single photograph. Even though she might have taken 1,200 shots before that one and another 100 after, she knows exactly what she’s after and what shot will give her what she needs. “I’m always taking the photos quickly, but then something
Guiding Light
Jim Wodark is inspired by light. His vibrant paintings are studies in divergent values and hues, and he isn’t afraid to experiment to get what he’s after. Of course, it isn’t possible to paint only light, so he allows the contrast and brilliance—or lack of color and shadow—to guide how
Art and Conservation
For 20 years, Anne Peyton was immersed in professional car racing. She had a fast and furious career shooting photos and painting race cars for several automotive magazines, ultimately working for several hot rod publications as photographer, painter, and art director while living in California. Working for publications that included
The Master
What can you say about Howard Terpning that hasn’t already been said? He’s described as the grand master of Western painting, an American icon, and a master storyteller. He is all of that and more. His magnificent paintings have earned him a myriad of awards and inclusion in some of
Driven by Intuition
People, places, and painting—those are the things Robert Goldman loves. His award-winning, nuanced landscapes not only capture light and color, they have captured the attention of a growing roster of collectors throughout the world. Goldman’s life is punctuated with drawing classes, degrees, studies with other artists, and participation in critique
The Studio of Vic Payne
Seven years ago, Vic Payne was offered a deal he couldn’t resist. For several years he had been driving from his ranch in Cody, Wyoming, through a small town named Meeteetse and noticed— and admired—an old building on the town’s main street. During one of those drives, he pointed to
