Oil on canvas, 1994, signed at lower right, presented in an attractive hand-carved gilt frame signed "M O" and dated 2000 by the framemaker.

Stretcher size 24 x 30 in.; Frame dimensions 32 1/2 x 38 1/2 in.

Overland Gallery of Fine Art, Scottsdale, Arizona

Gary Ernest Smith was born on a cattle ranch in Baker City, Oregon. He received his BFA and MFA from Brigham Young University. Often categorized as a neo-regionalist, Smith's paintings draw heavily from his rural upbringing. He describes his work as minimalist featuring large, bold shapes and emotional color. He currently lives and paints in Highland, Utah.

Smith's paintings have been exhibited in numerous museums including the Brooklyn Museum of Art, New York, Butler Institute of American Art, Youngstown, Ohio, Denver Museum of Art and others.

Minor crazing to frame corners; overall in good estate condition.