Fine Western Art Collections
West Lives On Gallery
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G. Harvey |
Artist G. Harvey grew up in the rugged
hills north of San Antonio, Texas from where herds of longhorn cattle
were once driven up dusty trails to the Kansas railheads. His
grandfather was a trail boss at 18 and helped create an American
legend. So the American West is not only the artist's inspiration but
also his birthright.
Harvey's early interest in sketching and drawing slowly evolved into a
passion for painting in oils. After graduation cum laude from North
Texas State University, Harvey took a position with the University of
Texas in Austin, but he soon realized that weekends and nights at the
easel did not satisfy his love of painting. He abandoned the security
of a full-time job in 1963 and threw his total energy into a fine art
career.
Two years as a "struggling artist" followed, but 1965 brought acclaim
for the artist's first prestigious show, The Grand National exhibition
in New York, and the American Artists' Professional League presented
him with their New Master's Award. President Lyndon Johnson discovered
his fellow Texan's talent, became a Harvey collector and introduced
John Connally to the artist's work. Connally was enthusiastic about
Harvey's art and, on one occasion, he presented a G. Harvey original
to each governor of Mexico's four northern states.
Harvey paints the spirit of America from its western hills and
prairies to the commerce of its great cities. His original paintings
and bronze sculptures are in the collections of major corporations,
prestigious museums, the United States government, American
presidents, governors, foreign leader and captains of industry. The
Smithsonian Institution chose Harvey to paint "The Smithsonian Dream"
commemorating its 150th Anniversary. The Christmas Pageant of Peace
commissioned Harvey to create a painting celebrating this national
event. He has been the recipient of innumerable awards and the subject
of three books. Through his art, our history lives.
Today, G. Harvey lives in Fredericksburg, Texas, with his wife Pat in
a 150-year old stone home built by German settlers. His studio and
residence are nestled within the Historic District of Fredericksburg.
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"Changing Seasons"
oil
• 16" x 12"
• $25,000 |
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