Art of the National Parks: Historic Connections, Contemporary Interpretations by Susan Hallsten McGa, Book, copyright 2013 22098 Drawing upon decades of research

Drawing upon decades of research and close examination of historic examples

and expressive color

the composition depicts ten tourists sitting on a large piece of river debris

each riding an unconventional steed

"Spring Storm"

Art of the National Parks: Historic Connections, Contemporary Interpretations by Susan Hallsten McGa, Book, copyright 2013 22098 Drawing upon decades of researchArt of the National Parks: Historic Connections, Contemporary Interpretations is a magnificent large format hardcover volume celebrating the enduring connection between America's national parks and the artists inspired by their landscapes, wildlife, and cultural significance. This award winning publication brings together the work of seventy contemporary painters and sculptors whose artistic interpretations continue a tradition established by the