Ken Daggett 2017 Meyer Gallery exhibition catalogue

KEN DAGGETT “Rio Grande Country” May 12 - May 24

For plein artist Ken Daggett, subject matter never runs short when you live in a geographically rich place, such as northern New Mexico. Depending on which way he heads from his home in Taos, the mighty Rio Grande river or the high alpine mountains are never too far from Daggett’s easel. This famous river and the land that it dissects has been inspiration for the paintings in “Rio Grande Country”.

Braving the elements and moving fast, the artist, can often complete two to three paintings during one day’s excursion. Daggett’sgoal is to try and capture the scene as it happens. It is a test he relishes, however, as it allows him not only to capture a specific moment in time but also to condense various elements of the day into one scene. Further, he can quickly and accurately convey his own experiences to viewers. Such a process lends an element of extra authenticity to his paintings.

cover image: Across Taos Mesa oil 40x30

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Autumn Glory oil 60x80 (diptych)

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River Flow oil 16x12

Morning on the Rio Grande oil 12x16

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Marsh Reflections oil 10x8

In Pilar oil 10x8

Sunrise at John Dunn oil 40x30

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Taos Sage and Snow oil 9x12

Taos Snow Fields oil 12x16

Grey, Snow and Sage oil 30x24

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Taos Winter Fields oil 24x20

Clouds Over The Rio Grande oil 16x20

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Rio Pueblo oil 10x8

Rio Pueblo oil 8x10

Rio Pueblo Snow oil 20x24

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Wheeler Peak Snow oil 12x16

End of Day oil 14x18

Stream Through the Aspens oil 40x30

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Reflections at Taos Junction oil 60x80 (diptych)

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Early Snow oil 48X36

“Rio Grande Country” Opening Reception Friday May 12, 2017 5 to 7pm

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