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Jason Rich (American, b. 1971). "Green Basin Water Hole" oil on board, n.d. Signed on lower left. An enthralling painting by award-winning Western artist Jason Rich. The composition features three cowboys treating their horses to a well-deserved drink at Green Basin Watering Hole. All is delineated in brilliant color with lush brushstrokes, rich passages of impasto, and wonderful light effects. Raised on a horse farm in Preston, Idaho, Rich's early fascination with horses has remained with him throughout his career. In Rich's words, "Every painting starts with the horse for me, the way the light catches its gesture and movement." A captivating painting by the one and only Jason Rich that truly transports the viewer to the lifestyle and landscape of the American West, set in a custom museum-quality frame that complements it beautifully. Size (painting): 30" L x 40" W (76.2 cm x 101.6 cm) Size (frame): 39.125" L x 49.125" W (99.4 cm x 124.8 cm)

Artist statement: "Jason Rich grew up riding, training, and drawing horses on a small farm in southern Idaho where a love of art and western life was cultivated. This foundation led Jason to study art at Utah State University where he received Bachelor's and Master's degrees in fine art. Upon completing his education, Jason dedicated himself to pursuing art full time and quickly established himself in the art market.

For nearly three decades, Jason has enjoyed much success and recognition in prestigious organizations, shows, events, and elite publications (see below). To get inspiration and reference for his work, Jason hikes and bikes across a variety of western landscapes, and rides horseback alongside cowboys working the corrals or packing through the mountains. He then combines experience, imagination, and research to depict authentic western life. Living in the mountains of northern Utah with his family, Jason feels he is living his dream: 'I live in a place I love, with people I love, doing what I love. What could be better than that?'

Awards and Recognition

President 2018-19, Cowboy Artists of America Organization

'Stetson Award' Best Overall Exhibition, Cowboy Artists of America Annual Art Sale & Exhibition 2015

Western Artist of the Year, Academy of Western Artists 2014

Cache Valley Cowboy Rendezvous, Poster Artist 2014

Silver Medal in Oil Painting, Cowboy Artists of America Annual Art Sale & Exhibition 2013

Jackson Hole Arts Festival, Poster Artist 2013

Heber Valley Cowboy Poetry Gathering, Poster Artist 2012

Silver Medal in Oil Painting, Cowboy Artists of America Annual Art Sale & Exhibition 2012

Traditional Cowboy Arts Association (TCAA) Award 'Best Portrayal of a Cowboy Subject,' Cowboy Artists of America Annual Art Sale & Exhibition 2012

Cowboy Artists of America Member, October 2011

'Spirit of the West Award,' Masters of the American West Invitational Art Exhibition & Sale 2008

National Cattleman's Beef Association, Poster Artist 2002

'Founders Favorite,' Arts for the Parks 1998, Jackson Hole, Wyoming

"Ralph 'Tuffy' Berg Award: Best New Artist," C.M. Russell Auction 1998, Great Falls, Montana

Grand Prize, Arts for the Parks 1997

Provenance: private Boulder, Colorado, USA collection, acquired from Trailside Americana Fine Art Galleries, Jackson, Wyoming in 1997

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#177422

Signed on the lower left. Painting is overall excellent and mounted in a custom, museum quality frame. Frame has minor chips to upper left rear corner that is difficult to see when hung. Fit with suspension wire and ready to display.