b.1924 - 2010
A Wyoming native, Mel Fillerup grew up in Lovell where he learned the work ethics of a farmer as his family worked through the Depression years to provide for one another. He graduated from Lovell High School as WWII began. After being discharged from the military Mel enrolled at the University of Wyoming to study law, and while attending met Ruth McNiven. The two were married in 1948 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Upon graduating from Law School in 1952, Mel moved his family to Cody, Wyoming to set up a law practice. Mel would practice law for the next 20 years before closing the business to fulfill his dream of painting full-time.
Mel was active in his art community as a member of the Cody Country Art League, the American Indian and Cowboy Artists, and the Society of Animal Artists. His work has been featured in Southwest Art Magazine, American Artist Magazine, the Buffalo Bill Art Show, and the Audubon Wildlife Art Show, and was one of the first artists to be represented by the Big Horn Galleries in Cody.
Mel received several awards and honors throughout his career. However, it was the William E. Weiss Purchase Award from the Buffalo Bill Art Show in 2005 that he was most proud of.
Mel created dynamic landscapes and works that reflected his interest in the wildlife and people of the West. He worked in oil, gouache, and watercolor. His works exemplify the grandeur, beauty, and serenity of the western landscape and the cultural heritage of the Native Americans.
Mel Fillerup Painting, Oil on Canvas 11.5 X 15.5 (Interest categories: Oil on Canvas, Indian, , Painting, Western Art, Fine Art, Art Gallery, Mel Fillerup 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.
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1 Lake Circle Colorado Springs, Colorado 80906
broadmoorgalleries.com
