The life and art of wilson hurley: celebrating the richness of reality - rosalyn roembke hurley

The majesty of Earths most magnificent features was the domain of Wilson Hurley (1924-2008).

In paintings of natural wonders throughout the galaxy, he was committed to expressing his love of the richness of reality.

His journey to become a revered twentieth-century American landscapist is brought to life in this intimate biography.

Written for appreciators, collectors, and working artists, Hurleys goals and procedures--from thumbnails to plein air field studies and finished studio paintings--are elucidated in depth, including a commission that resulted in five monumental triptychs of our nations most prized vistas installed at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum.