54th WAOW National Exhibition, "Dreamweavers"

TONI JAMES J.R.

LINDA EPPINGER JOHNSON WINTER SLEIGH RIDE

When I decided to create this portrait of J.R. it was imperative I not only captured his likeness but more than that, his emotion. A seemingly brief moment of quiet contemplation. Working in pastel on a sanded surface gave me the ability to work loosely and yet, keeping it simple, add the detail I wanted to.

12” x 16” — Watercolor and Goache $1,800

The air was chilly, but the experience was so memorable for our family’s winter sleigh ride on the elk refuge. The sleigh followed others as we wound through the herd. Even though we have enjoyed the ride several times before, I am excited. I click my camera- elk, mountains, eagles on posts- so much to take in – I needed to paint this scene! I decided to paint the sleigh and horses. I wanted to emphasize the action of the horses, so I painted the background without much detail. My medium of choice is watercolor/gouache. I paint multiple transparent and opaque layers before using an airbrush for special effects. The diverse countryside where I reside inspired me to appreciate and paint or sculpt the beauty of Wyoming.

18” x 12” — Pastel $3,250

LINDA JOHNSON • WAOW Signature • WY • www.lindaeppingerjohnson.com Award winning artist Linda Eppinger Johnson taught visual arts for over 46 years at the local college, on the reservation, and at various schools. She has received numerous awards including Governor’s Capitol Arts Show “purchase award,” Wyoming Game and Fish Conservation Stamp Contest” 3 rd and Honorable mention, “Best Wyoming Artist”, “Congressional Award”. She has shown nationally including Women Artists of the West National shows, Carnegie Art Center, Palmer Museum of Art, Nicolaysen Art

TONI JAMES • WAOW Associate • AZ • www.tonijamesstudio.com Born in Arizona and growing up with a pencil in her hand, Toni found her inspiration in Arizona’s beautiful skies, its varied landscapes, wildlife, and the people who call it home. Self-taught, she works predominantly in dry mediums although she has begun exploring painting mediums. Toni is a signature member of the Colored Pencil Society of America and an Associate member of Women Artists of the West.

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