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From Scientist to Artist: Trading Physics for Paint
C.S. Talley On View: June 28 - August 7, 2022 Exhibition Reception: Saturday, July 2, 1-3 PM Enjoy free admission to the Fechin House during the exhibition reception! C. S. “Steve” Talley developed an art interest not long after graduating with a degree in astronomy from the University of Texas at Austin in 1978. Juggling a career in the sciences and ultimately computer programming, his art skills continued to improve by taking workshops from plein air artists. Talley’s style of impressionistic realism continues to evolve as he explores color from bold to tonal to nocturne. He takes artistic license to push a color or include a compositional element to accomplish his goal of creating the intangible “strong emotional content.” Beginning as a portrait painter, he now primarily paints western landscapes. He also enjoys painting astronomical and religious themes. He is currently pursuing a Master of Sacred Arts degree from Pontifex University. His main influences come from Paul Strisik, Edgar Payne, Chauncey Foster Ryder, James Reynolds, and Will Sparks. |
Interested in submitting an idea for a possible exhibition in the Fechin Studio?
Please send a resume, ten examples of your work, and an artist statement regarding artistic intention and vision for the proposed show to studioexhibitions@taosartmuseum.org. Given that the Studio exhibitions are where Nicolai Fechin created some of his best work, we are particularly interested in proposals inspired by his work and legacy, though it's not required. Incomplete submissions, or proposals sent in another manner, may not be considered. Due to the number of proposals we receive, we may only be able to respond to proposals of potential interest.
We welcome all inquiries and make selections based on curatorial standards of artistic quality and relevance to the mission of the museum.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression,
age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, or marital status.
Please send a resume, ten examples of your work, and an artist statement regarding artistic intention and vision for the proposed show to studioexhibitions@taosartmuseum.org. Given that the Studio exhibitions are where Nicolai Fechin created some of his best work, we are particularly interested in proposals inspired by his work and legacy, though it's not required. Incomplete submissions, or proposals sent in another manner, may not be considered. Due to the number of proposals we receive, we may only be able to respond to proposals of potential interest.
We welcome all inquiries and make selections based on curatorial standards of artistic quality and relevance to the mission of the museum.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression,
age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, or marital status.