Art to Benefit Trout

I’m happy to announce that my work will be featured at two different Montana Trout Unlimited chapter events this month. At each event, a majority of the proceeds from my work will directly benefit the mission of each chapter, which include various projects to conserve, protect and restore the fisheries throughout Montana. My work has always been a meeting of two passions, art and nature, so conserving what we have left of the natural world is something I feel very strongly about. Having the opportunity to use my art to directly impact my subjects in a positive manner is a huge honor and something I hope to continue to do throughout my career.

2011 MGTU Poster

The first event is the Madison-Gallatin chapter’s annual Troutfest banquet on February 19, 2011 in Bozeman, Montana. At this event, my series of four 11x14 oil paintings depicting Montana native fish will be included in the live auction. The chapter will also be accepting absentee bids from people who are not able to attend the event but who want a chance to purchase the artwork and benefit the chapter. Live auctions always present an opportunity to get a great deal, so if you would like to place a bid (no minimum) please contact chapter president Travis Morris directly a mgtroutunlimited@gmail.com. In addition, there will be 100 signed and numbered posters featuring images of the native fish series available for $25.

Montana Native Fish series - each painting 11x14

Then on February 26, 2011, the WestSlope chapter will hold their annual banquet in Missoula, Montana. I created an 11x14 painting titled “Clark Fork Rainbow” specifically for this event. The painting depicts a typical rainbow trout from the Clark Fork River. I enjoyed several days of fly-fishing in the Missoula area last summer in order to gather reference for this piece. This painting will also be included in the live auction and there will be 25 signed and numbered fine art prints available for sale as well.

Clark Fork Rainbow - 11x14