American Art Collective – Details, episodes & analysis

[Contemporary Realism] Our guest is Canadian painter Mark Laguë, whose cityscapes, figurative and still life works have delighted collectors for many years. We chat about his career, his process and his beautiful cityscape paintings. Mark has appeared on the cover of American Art Collector, which is the sponsor of today's episode. Read more at americanartcollector.com. 

[Contemporary Realism] The great painter of desert flowers, Dyana Hesson, joins us on the show today to talk about the botanical genre, the plantlife in and around the Southwest, and her new exhibition in Tucson, Arizona. Hesson is known around the world for her stunning images of plants. Today's episode is sponsored by American Art Collector, which has featured Hesson's work in numerous issues. Read more at americanartcollector.com.

[Western Art] Painter Jeremy Winborg joins the show to talk about his art, his rising career and his unique style of painting. Host Michael Clawson also chats about Jeremy's father and daughter, both artists as well. This episode is sponsored by Western Art Collector. Learn about shows like this every month by visiting westernartcollector.com. 

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 at thebennettprize.org.

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 store for the town, his own history with the town and why Provincetown has such a wonderfully unique and diverse art scene!

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 celebration on March 22nd from 6pm-8:30pm in Alexandria, VA. This episode is sponsored by American Art Collector Magazine.

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 selections like the state of the art in Texas and painting the old west! Plus, we have all the details on upcoming shows and events and so much more! This episode is sponsored by Western Art Collector Magazine.

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 collectors' focus on modern art and seascapes, rivers and lakes. Plus, we have all the latest details on upcoming shows and events and so much more! This episode is sponsored by American Art Collector magazine.

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 episode is brought to you by Western Art Collector. Learn more at westernartcollector.com.

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 American Art magazine was the official magazine of the Heard Market. To learn more, visit nativeamericanartmagazine.com. And be sure to learn more about the Heard Museum at heard.org.