About the Artist

Down deep, I always felt that I was an artist - I knew that someday I would paint. Life happened and after raising 3 wonderful sons and finishing a long successful career, I came out of the proverbial desert and discovered a new passion. 

After retiring as an orthodontist in Weatherford, Tx, I entered a photograph in a local contest. It was my first time to enter and as I was filling out the entry form, I glanced up and saw a magnificent image of a bird dog with a mallard duck in its mouth. My heart sank as I realized that my photo had no chance of beating that large framed masterpiece. I completed the form and went over to admire the photo only to find out that it was a photo realistic oil painting belonging to an area artist. I was shocked and amazed. If only I could ever learn to paint like that! I contacted the artist and he referred me to his former instructor whose passion is teaching and producing western art. 

It has been seven years since I first picked up a paint brush. My friends, and wonderful wife, were uncertain about my new endeavor. I had no previous experience but now I am an emerging western artist.My family and friends have all become my biggest supporters. I am attracted to horses, cowboys, native Americans, and western experiences of all types. I truly enjoy creating visual stories of the individuals who lived, loved, and endured the early days out west. 

A veteran artist told me not to worry about "experience" but instead work on fully spending your God given gifts. I do thank the Lord for providing me with a passion and talent that I can share with others. 

Blessings,

Bob Penny