Small Gems Exhibition
hosted by Saks Galleries
December 3 - 31, 2011
Enjoy these new works by Master Artist
Walt Gonske
Walt Gonske, "Ojo Sarco, New Mexico" 12 x 16 oil
Taos, New Mexico has long been a mecca for artists - a place where artists hung their easels as early as Joseph Henry Sharp in 1893. The local artists needed a social medium and in 1915, an organization developed of visual artists. It was based on a simple commercial venture concept which became known as the Taos Society of Artists. Disbanding just 12 years later in 1927, the organization left it's benchmark on the art world. The six founders of the society confirmed their place in history. The founders included Sharp, Ernest L. Blumenschein, W. Herbert Dunton, E.I. Crouse, Bert G. Phillips and Oscar E. Berninghaus.
These celebrated artists developed the gateway for future Taos painters.
Walt Gonske is the quintessential Taos painter, sometimes referred to as one of the "New Taos Six," other members included, Ron Barsano, Robert Daughters, Rod Goebel, Julian Robles and Ray Vinella. It is said by many, this principal group of artists helped to revitalize the Taos art market, enhancing public awareness and introducing a new generation of art patrons in the 1960's. Taos, Santa Fe and northern New Mexico are still considered as a gathering place for artists and patrons.
Walt moved to New Mexico shortly after visiting his little sister who was working at the Taos Ski Valley. Walt had been a fashion illustrator and as the times changed in his industry, so did Walt. He wanted more. He began his long-time painting career in Taos, New Mexico, never turning back. Walt is represented by Saks Galleries Cherry Creek Denver, Colorado.
To read more on Walt Gonske visit the American Art Invitational website or just click the link.
Walt Gonske, "San Jose, New Mexico" 12 x 16 oil
If you would like to purchase these paintings for your collection or any of the other "Small Gems" in the Invitational, please contact aai@saksgalleries.com, karen@saksgalleries.com or call 303.333.4144
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