Phoenix Artist Guild Meetings

Michele created an elegant but simple pastel painting of an apple working from life. She narrated and answered questions from members who watched and were mesmerized to observe the painting come to life.

 Acclaimed by critics and collectors alike, Trevor Swanson is one of the most gifted and promising wildlife artist in todays art world. He is a brilliant example of inspired talent passing from one generation to another. Trevor started painting at a very young age. Almost intuitively, he acquired an appreciation for the realism, detail and value systems essential to wildlife rendering.

An avid outdoorsman, Trevor never goes far without a camera or sketchpad. His creative process begins with the insight and emotional response he gleans directly from wild animals in their natural settings. He has traveled extensively throughout North America, Europe and Africa. The highest cliffs of Canada, the hottest deserts of Mexico and the Deepest swamplands of Africa. Encountering his subjects, at times too close for comfort - he's been charged by Hippos, chased by crocodiles, and tossed into the air by a cape buffalo! "Anyone who has encountered a wolf eye-to-eye in the wilderness can tell you it's EXHILARATING!"

Don't miss this informative demonstration!