Artists become known for signature works and
increasingly Dan Smith’s “water” paintings are becoming “must haves”
for collectors. As is the case for Stillwater Crossing, evidently “must
haves” for museum collections as well. Dan created this painting
specifically for the Eiteljorg Museum’s Quest for the West Art Show
last September. In a strong overall showing of art, Smith’s painting
won the show’s Harrison Eiteljorg Purchase Award and is now part of the
museum’s permanent collection.
It
is easy to see why museums and collectors think Smith is doing
something special. Water and its qualities are one of the toughest real
world experiences to translate convincingly into painting. From the
reflective qualities of the placid surface to the bison’s turbulent
wake, what you see here is flawless. A true signature work from a
highly respected American artist.
Stillwater Crossing is available not only as a Fine Art Giclée Canvas edition, but also as a Fine Art Giclée Paper edition.
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