b.1952
Born in 1952, C. Michael Dudash was raised in Mankato, Minnesota. His first passion in life was art, followed by an interest in music. After high school and a brief year of college as an art major, he quit school to follow a career as a musician. After six years in the music business, he returned to his art, and briefly attended the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. In 1978 he was offered a job as a staff illustrator for the McGraw-Hill Publishing Co. and within a year he began winning national awards for his published artwork. After a year, Michael relocated with his wife, Valerie, to the Green Mountains of her native Vermont.
In 1978 he opened his first studio and began his full-time career as a freelance artist and oil painter using agents out of New York City. Over the next 25 years, he developed a highly successful career and national reputation in the field of illustration. His paintings and drawings became highly sought after by publishers, clients and corporations.
While Michael was flourishing as an illustrator, he was also producing a limited number of oil paintings for the gallery and portrait marketplace. In 2002 he left his illustration work behind and became a full-time painter in the fine art world. He quickly found that painting the characters and history of the Old West especially excited him and since 2006 this has been his focus and singular subject matter.
His work has been featured at Prix De West, Quest for the West, the C. M. Russell Museum Annual Show and Auction, the Buffalo Bill Art Show, the CDA Auction, and the Scottsdale Art Auction. His many awards and honors include the Spirit of the Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale Award in 2016; the Quest for the West Patron’s Choice Award in 2015 and the Artist’s Choice Award in 2014, 2015 and 2016. In 2017 he received the Museum Purchase Award at the Briscoe Western Art Museum.
A true highlight in Michael’s career was the invitation in October of 2016 to become a member of the Cowboy Artists of America. His awards at the Cowboy Artists of America Annual Show include: the Gold Medal for the drawing 2017, Best Oil Painting in 2021 & 2022, and the Ray Swanson Award in 2023.
He has been featured in Art of the West, Southwest Art, Western Art Collector and American Artists Magazine. His paintings are displayed at many private and corporate permanent collections, as well as The Booth Museum of Western Art, the Briscoe Western Art Museum and the Pearce Western Art Museum. He was selected by the C. M. Russell Museum to become a member of the Russell Skull Society of Artists in 2014.
Over the years Michael has enjoyed success as a lecturer and a teacher through his many oil painting workshops. In 2012 he published a limited-edition book, C. Michael Dudash-Western Collections, showcasing 87 paintings. Michael is also committed to his guitar/mandolin playing, Christian ministry, and his family. He lives with his wife, Valerie, near Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.
Michael Dudash CA Painting, Oil on Linen 24 X 36 (Interest categories: Oil on Linen, Cowboy, Cows, Painting, Western Art, Fine Art, Art Gallery, Michael Dudash CA Artist)
Colorado Springs, CO – Broadmoor Galleries is excited to announce ” Moore Art: A Family Affair,” a special exhibition featuring the works of American impressionist painter Robert Moore and his two children, Anna, and Robbie Moore. The exhibition will open on May, 18, 2023, and run through June 8th, 2023, at Broadmoor Galleries located at The Broadmoor, 1 Lake Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80906.
WHAT: Moore Art: A Family Affair
WHO: Featuring:
Robert Moore, Anna Moore, and Robbie Moore
WHEN: Thursday, May 18th, from 4-8PM
WHERE: Broadmoor Galleries at the Broadmoor Hotel
1 Lake Circle
Colorado Springs CO 80906
(719)577-5744
https://broadmoorgalleries.com/events/
Broadmoor Galleries in Colorado Springs is proud to present “Moore Art: A Family Affair,” an exhibition that showcases the unique artistic styles of American impressionist artist Robert Moore, and his two children, Anna, and Robbie Moore. Robert, who is colorblind and paints with both hands simultaneously, has established himself as a prominent figure in the art world, and his children have followed in his footsteps.
Robert Moore, a celebrated American painter who is colorblind and paints with both hands simultaneously, is known for his signature landscapes, cityscapes, and portraits. The exhibition will showcase a range of Moore’s works alongside those of his talented children.
“Moore Art: A Family Affair” is a unique opportunity to experience the work of three incredibly talented artists from the same family,” said Broadmoor Galleries director, Jamie Oberloh. “Robert Moore’s impressionistic style is a true representation of the beauty and diversity of America, and his children Anna and Robbie are following in his footsteps with their own unique styles and techniques.”
Robert Moore’s artistic achievements are all the more remarkable given that he is colorblind. Despite this, he has become known for his ability to create vivid and striking color palettes in his paintings. He has also developed a unique technique of painting with both hands simultaneously, which allows him to create intricate details and textures in his works.
Moore’s use of both hands to paint has been compared to the way a pianist uses both hands to play a complex piece of music. This technique requires a great deal of focus and coordination, and it has become one of Moore’s signature methods.
Moore’s colorblindness has also influenced his work in other ways. He has said that he is drawn to painting landscapes because he is able to see the world in shades of green, which he can differentiate more easily than other colors. This has led him to develop a deep appreciation for the beauty of nature and the environment.
Despite his colorblindness and unique painting technique, Robert Moore has become one of America’s most beloved impressionist painters. His works continue to inspire and captivate viewers, and his contributions to American art are truly remarkable.
Anna Moore, a professional artist in her own right, draws inspiration from her father’s work and her surroundings, using her skillful brushstrokes to capture the essence of nature in her landscapes. She works in a variety of media, including oil painting, watercolor, and printmaking. Her work is inspired by the natural beauty of the American West and the people and places that inhabit it.
Robbie Moore, who recently graduated with a Finance degree from the University of Arkansas, has always had a passion for art and the natural world. He has developed his skills in drawing, gouache, watercolor, and oil painting, and his work has been featured in a company calendar commissioned by his employer. With his father’s legacy of developing artists and a lineage of artists in his family, Robbie’s future aspiration is to make the most out of his upbringing and create a name for himself in the art world.
“We are thrilled to have the opportunity to showcase the work of three incredibly talented artists,” said Broadmoor Galleries’ director, Jamie Oberloh. “The combination of Robert’s impressionistic paintings with Anna and Robbie’s unique styles and mediums creates a truly exceptional exhibition that will delight and inspire our visitors. Their paintings are a true representation of the beauty and diversity of America, and we are honored to share the work with our community.”
The exhibition will be open to the public from May 18th, 2023, through June 8th, 2023, and will feature a special reception on May 18th, 2023, from 4-8 pm, where visitors can meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments. All works in the exhibition will be available for sale.
Optional Supplies
1 Lake Circle Colorado Springs, Colorado 80906
broadmoorgalleries.com
