Description

River in the Desert – Western Plein Aire Landscape in Acrylic on Board

Lush Western landscape by California Plein Aire artist Nick White (American, 1943-2009). The viewer stands at the edge of a bright blue river with a small waterfall. Just past the bend in the river, there are lush trees and shrubs, some with yellowing leaves, indicating the transition to autumn. Beyond the trees, a hill gently slopes until it meets large vertical monument rocks, towering above the landscape.

Signed in the lower left corner.
Acquired from the artist’s estate with a collection of his work.
Board size: 36″H x 42″W

Nick White (American, 1943-2009) began painting in the early 1970s with some early success> Later in life, White was a member (and board member) of the Los Gatos Art Association. He founded the Plein Air group, which he ran until 2009. He was a dedicated painter, leading many excursions regard of group size. He preferred to paint in acrylic, as its quick-drying properties allowed him to “work fast and loose in the style of the early California impressionists.” Two of his painting were selected for the Fiesta de Artes Posters in 2004 and 2005.

Memberships:
Los Gatos Art Association. Founder, Plein Air Group.
Morgan Hill Gallery
Peninsula Outdoor Painters

Exhibitions:
2008 – Los Altos Cultural Association Artists Invitational Exhibition, Los Altos, CA
2003 – Solo Show, Los Gatos Council Chambers, Los Gatos, CA

Awards:
2004 – Honorable Mention Los Gatos Art Fest
2003 – 2nd Place Los Gatos Art Association Fall Juried Show
2002 – 1st Place Los Gatos Art Association Fall Juried ShowSee

Dimensions

42ʺW × 0.25ʺD × 36ʺH

Styles

American

Impressionist

Frame Type

Unframed

Art Subjects

Landscape

Period

2000 – 2009

Country of Origin

United States

Item Type

Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

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Materials

Acrylic

Masonite Board

Condition

Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections

Color

Blue

Condition Notes

Very good to excellent. Minor corner and edge wear, as expected. Professionally cleaned and treated with UV-resistant varnish.Very good to excellent. Minor corner and edge wear, as expected. Professionally cleaned and treated with UV-resistant varnish.