Frederic Sackrider Remington (1861-1909) was an American painter, illustrator, sculptor, and writer who specialized in depictions of the Old American West, specifically concentrating on the last quarter of the 19th century American West and images of cowboys, American Indians, and the U.S. Cavalry.A Dash for the Timber
Remington studied art at Yale University (1878–80) and briefly at the Art Students League of New York. Thereafter he devoted himself primarily to illustrative work.A Cold Morning on the Range
In the years between his schooling, he traveled widely, spending much time west of the Mississippi River, and he made a specialty of depicting Native Americans, cowboys, soldiers, horses, and other aspects of life on the plains.The Emigrants
On those trips he sketched and photographed continuously, amassing material to take back to and work from in his studio in New York City.The Hunters Supper
During the 1880s and ’90s many of Remington’s illustrations were printed in such popular magazines as Harper’s Weekly and Scribner’s Magazine.The Trooper
During the Spanish-American War he was a war correspondent and artist. Remington was primarily a reporter, recording the image of the thing seen; his work is notable for its rendering of swift action and its accuracy of detail.The Apaches
More of Frederic Remington‘s inspirational paintings can be found at https://www.frederic-remington.org.
I do too. Remington was the first artist I associated with the Old West.
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These are super cool, I love art that brings out that world
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Very Cool!
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I had an uncle that drew cowboy pictures. The campfire piece you posted is very much like some of his that I remember. Thanks for helping me get back that memory.
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I’m going to put Charles Russell on my list to look up. I have always loved Remington’s paintings — I’m surprised I’ve waited this long to bring him to the masses!
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I’ve been to the Remington Museum in Cody, Wyoming, and was amazed at his work. The other artist I admire is Charles Russell.
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