Sarah Phippen is a Colorado artist painting the people, livestock and wildlife of the contemporary West. She grew up at the base of the Rocky Mountains, where she spent a lot of time outdoors with her subjects. “My artistic process involves being receptive, watching and looking until it becomes a lot like listening. There is usually a lot more going on than it seems at first glance. I hope that what becomes the artist’s own in this way becomes more accessible to others through the resulting artwork,” she says.
Roly-Poly, oil on linen, 12 x 24”
Phippen usually works in oil paint, but also sculpts and teaches. “My paintings often begin with a photo that reminds me of a day, a place or an encounter. If I have a chance I’ll do sketches on location, and a plein air or color study can be invaluable for later work,” she says. “Plein air is well worth doing just for the directness and accuracy of the color experience. If I need to travel lighter, I’ll pack watercolors.”
Canyon Awe, oil on linen, 24 x 12”
The artist continues, “I’m thankful for the instruction and advice of so many artists along this path and across disciplines. Everything I have learned is due to their patience and generosity. I’m always glad when I can pass it on.”
Jack Orr, oil on linen, 24 x 12”
Granddaughter of artist George Phippen, her work may be seen in Mountain Trails Galleries in Sedona, Arizona, and the Broadmoor Galleries in Colorado Springs, Colorado. —
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