WAOW Artistry of the West
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Pam Holnback • Colorado • waow
Pam Holnback creates contemporary impressionist oil paintings. She finds inspiration in nature, her travels, and in her home and garden. Each painting is done with loose, spontaneous brushwork that expresses the light and color that she sees. The principles of art and elements of design are basic in the initial drawing and development of each painting. She produces artworks both en plein air and in her studio.
Pat OBrien • Arizona • waow
Pat O’Brien is an Arizona artist known for her oil paintings of landscapes, western themes, desert imagery, old vehicles and animals. She often experiments with palette knife techniques, undercoat painting, color exploration, and expressive brushwork, and sometimes nearly complete abstraction of her subject.
Bobbe Jones • Colorado • waow
“As an artist rooted in the rugged beauty of Southwest Colorado, I strive to capture the dynamic interplay between humanity, nature, and the land.” Working primarily in oil on linen canvas or panels, Bobbe’s paintings are a harmonious blend of realism and expressionism—each brushstroke a deliberate choice to evoke both the physical presence and emotional resonance of her subjects.
Bobbe’s compositions often feature birds in flight, antique trucks weathered by time, and the resilient animals and ranchers who define rural life. She is fascinated by the way strong lines and dynamic brushwork can convey motion, while careful attention to pattern, proportion, and rhythm brings unity to each scene. “Through these elements, I aim to freeze a fleeting moment—inviting viewers to feel the wind, sense the history, and connect with the enduring spirit of the West.”