See the world through the eyes of landscape and wildlife artists who capture stunning places and creatures on canvas. Artists David Jackson, Peter Mathios and Trevor Swanson recount tales from some of their wild adventures while out researching and photographing their subject matter.
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Meet the Artist: Trevor Swanson paints connections to nature
For artist Trevor Swanson, there are no better words than, “I feel like I’m there.” That is his goal with every painting––to make the viewer feel like they have stepped into that scene.
Art Discovery: Drawing on Experience
Drawing skills are the foundation of design and have been used as a form of communication since the beginning of time. It is one of the most fundamental creative disciplines associated with observation and problem solving. Discover the importance of this technique and how artists Cathy Sheeter, Curt Mattson and Trevor Swanson have mastered it.
Journey into the great American West in the latest issue of Art Connection!
The great American West has long captivated the curiosity and hearts of many, from explorers to scholars and scientists to artists. This issue of Art Connection celebrates the splendor of the West, from the desert Southwest depicted in Heidi Rosner’s watercolors to the heritage of cowboy culture shared in Curt Mattson’s sculptures.
Art Discovery: Nature Calls
Wildlife and nature have been the muse of artists for centuries. Wildlife artists capture the sensation of being close to nature and allow us to bring it home. Discover some of the wild stories behind these works of art and how artists Cathy Sheeter and Trevor Swanson bring them to life.
Meet the Artist: Trevor Swanson Uses Metal, Heat and Acid to Share Stories
It may seem like Trevor Swanson figured out his life calling at a young age––and by most accounts, he did––but to his family, the realization couldn’t come soon enough. Though they never pushed him to pursue art, they could see his innate talent and knew it would…
Fall Edition of Art Connection
With the beautiful glow and crisp air of fall now upon us, it’s a beautiful time of year to get out and explore nature. And that’s just what this issue of Art Connection is all about! In this issue, you’ll find: A spotlight on artist Martin Blundell A feature on artists who focus on nature […]
The Wonder of Nature
Nature has long been the muse of many artists. The source of beauty is endless. Whether it’s the way the shadows and light play against each other, the vibrant colors married with the softest pastels or the unending textures in the flora and fauna, the natural landscape brings the senses to life. The animals and […]
Art Discovery Recap: Nature Works
“When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it, it’s your world for the moment. I want to give that world to someone else. Most people in the city rush around so they have no time to look at a flower. I want them to see it whether they want to […]
Episode 6: Trevor Swanson
Trevor Swanson is a renowned wildlife artist who works with oil on canvas, board and metal. He was born into a family of painters and first picked up a paintbrush as a child. In college, he pursued art classes but never scored above average. Undeterred, Trevor began taking lessons from his father and uncle and […]