American Art Collective

Historical Fine Art - On this episode of the American Art Collective we talk with Douglas Gold and Eli Sterngass, co-founders of Lincoln Glenn Gallery. Gold and Sterngass tell us about their exihibit featuring the National Association of Women Artists (NAWA), helping to spotlight the important contributions of female artists through the organization. They talk with us about their collaboration wit...

American Fine Art - Joining us from her New York gallery for today's show is Debra Force, owner and president of Debra Force Fine Art. Debra has had a long career in the area of historic American fine art. Early in her career, she gave tours (in costume) of Colonial Williamsburg, the world's largest living history site. Later, she served as the head of American art at Christie's, and also began a...

Historical Fine Art - This episode of the American Art Collective is the second installment of our three part series featuring Provincetown, MA - America's oldest continuous art colony. Marla Rice, owner and curator of Rice Polak Gallery joins us to talk about the gallery that she co-found in 1992 and how it's changed since she took full ownership in 2005. She tells us about the unique gallery sce...

On this episode of the American Art Collective we get a First Look into the upcoming May issue of Western Art Collector! Michael Clawson sits down with us and talks about the cover artist Gary Ernest Smith who is also featured in the magazine. Other features include stories on Frederic Remington and the Fechin House. We also cover the state of the art in New Mexico and the collector's focus on the...

On this episode of the American Art Collective we take a First Look into the upcoming May issue of American Art Collector! Sarah Gianelli talks with us about the cover artist Elizabeth Floyd. She also discusses features that include stories on The Bennett Prize winners, the film, Movement, Light and Life, Santa Figurative artists and Rose Freymuth Frazier. We get into the Art Lover's Guide to Sant...

Native American Art - Our new episode is all about fashion with Amber-Dawn Bear Robe, the organizer of SWAIA Fashion, which includes the August fashion shows at Santa Fe Indian Market and this year's inaugural SWAIA Native Fashion Week in Santa Fe, New Mexico, which will take place May 2-5. Amber-Dawn discusses the state of fashion now, and specifically talks about the importance of Indigenous des...

Western Art - We recorded a special episode during the Briscoe Western Art Museum's annual Night of Artists exhibition in San Antonio, Texas. Joining us on the show is Western painter Todd Connor. Todd walks us through his art career, which included detours through the Navy SEALs and as an artist on the Universal Studios backlot. Today's episode is sponsored by Western Art Collector, a proud suppo...

Western Art - Joining us from his California studio is painter Logan Maxwell Hagege, an artist who burst onto the Western art scene more than a decade ago. After emerging from animation and beach paintings, Hagege quickly established his place within the art world with thoughtful and beautifully painted images featuring the American West and the people who call it home. Collected at the highest le...

Contemporary Realism - The Bennett Prize returns! Joining our show today is the first recipient of the Bennett Prize, Aneka Ingold, and also Art Martin, the director of collections and exhibitions at the Muskegon Museum of Art in Michigan. We talk about the format of the prize and purpose of it, as well as how to enter. The call for entries is open from April 15 through October 4, 2024. Learn more...

Historical Fine Art - This episode of American Art Collective is the first part of a three-part series featuring Provincetown, MA - America's oldest, continuous art colony. We're joined by Samuel Tager, the Executive Director of The Provincetown Public Art Foundation. Samuel talks with us about what brought this foundation to life. He tells us about past, present and upcoming projects they have in...

Contemporary Realism - On this episode of The American Art Collective we are celebrating Principle Gallery's 30th anniversary! Gallery Director Clint Mansell joins us to talk about this incredible milestone, the gallery's beginnings, how they have grown and evolved over the years and their continued support of both artists and collectors. Mansell also gives us the details of the upcoming celebrati...

On this episode of American Art Collective we are joined by Michael Clawson who gives us the first look into the April issue for Western Art Collector magazine. We celebrate the 200th issue with a brand new look! Michael teases the features and breaks down some memorable covers from over the years, talks about the Tuscon Museum of Art centennial and remembers Ed Mell. He also dishes on the special...

On this episode of the American Art Collective Sarah Gianelli stops but to talk to us about the April issue for American Art Collector magazine! Sarah tells about the cover artist Mark Pugh, Scott Noel's exhibtion at Gross McCleaf Gallery and Fleeting Presence: The Liminal Art of Daniel Sprick at Madden Museum of Art. She dishes on the special sections inluding the Art Lover's Guide to Texas, the...

Historical Fine Art - Joining us from across the country, in Ogdensburg, New York, is Laura Desmond, curator at the Frederic Remington Art Museum. The museum, which celebrates one of the most famous Western painters and sculptors in the country, is celebrating its centennial in 2024. Laura talks about Remington, the role of the museum, noteworthy pieces in the collection and much more. This episod...

Native American Art - For this special episode, we take you into the tents and booths of the Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market that was held March 2 and 3 in Phoenix at the Heard Museum. Michael Clawson speaks to five top artists: Best of Show winner Hollis Chitto, fashion designer and weaver Naiomi Glasses, pueblo carver Kevin Sekakuku, fur artist Christy Ruby and jeweler JJ Otero. Native A...

Western Art - Visiting our Scottsdale studio for today's show is Leroy Garcia, owner of Blue Rain Gallery and prominent art dealer in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In the episode, Leroy talks about his gallery and its history, his expansion into Colorado, the art scene in Santa Fe and some of the artists he represents. Be sure to visit Blue Rain Gallery in both New Mexico and Colorado. Learn more at  www....

Native American Art - This episode features sculptor Roxanne Swentzell, whose works graces the cover of the February/March 2024 issue of Native American Art magazine. Roxanne will be showing her newest creations at the Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market in Phoenix on March 2 and 3. Native American Art magazine is the OFFICIAL magazine of the market. Learn more about the magazine at www.native...

On this episode of American Art Collective's First Look, we talk with Michael Clawson about the upcoming March issue for Western Art Collector magazine. Michael teases the features including Maeve Eichelberger, Edward S. Curtis and an idyllic collector's home. He also tells us about western landscapes and Cowgirl Up! Plus, get the latest on much anticipated shows and events and so much more! This...

On this episode of American Art Collective's First Look, we are joined by Sarah Gianelli who tells all about the upcoming March issue for American Art Collector magazine. Sarah dishes on the features including the cover artist Lorraine Shemesh, stories on Audrey Flack and Jamie Adams. She also talks with us about the collector's focus on women artists, florals and botanicals, anticipated events an...

On today's episode of the American Art Collective we are joined by acclaimed wildlife sculptor Jeremy Bradshaw. Jeremy takes us back to the beginning, sharing with us his fascination with animals that has led to his incredible work. He walks us through his process, talks about how the animals inspire him, his studio and so much more! This episode is sponsored by Western Art Collector Magazine.

Western Art - On today's episode, we are joined by Brad Richardson, owner of Legacy Gallery in Scottsdale, Arizona, and Santa Fe, New Mexico. Brad is also the owner of Manitou Galleries in Santa Fe and a partner in the Scottsdale Art Auction held every April. We talk about the art market, his history on Scottsdale's Main Street and the auction world.

Western Art - Texas painter Gladys Roldan-de-Moras joins the show today to talk about her art career, her San Antonio studio and one of her favorite subjects, the Charrería, which is a Mexican sporting event similar to rodeo. Gladys has risen quickly through the ranks of American art, and today is recognized around the country for her paintings of the Escaramuza charra, a riding event for women. S...

Western Art - Montana painter R. Tom Gilleon joins us in our Scottsdale studio today to discuss his stunning art career. At one point, Tom thought he was going to be a professional baseball player, but his life veered into exciting new directions, from the Navy, where he was involved in the blockade of Cuba that was part of the Cuban Missile Crisis, to NASA and later Disney and Hollywood. Tom has...

Western Art - Terrific guest joining the show today and long-time friend of our magazines: John Fawcett, who paints Western and Native American subjects from the historic Old West. John also has some insight on the Wyeth artist family since he is on the board and the Brandywine Museum. We talk about the Wyeths, watercolor, veterinarians and also John's own work on this episode. It is sponsored by...

On this episode of the American Art Collective, Michael Clawson dives into the February issue of Western Art Collector Magazine. He dishes on the features including Tom Petrie's piece on Charlie Russell, Gina Teichert in Central Coast and Western Horizons at Legacy Galleries. He also tells us about the state of the art in California, the contemporary west and the wilderness. Plus, exciting upcomin...