tHe RACE is on!
WATCH STEPHEN BUSH PAINT during OUR ANNUAL GIVING CAmpAign AND HELP US reach THE FINISH LINE

"Two Old Goats" by Nelson Shanks

Please take part in the mission to train new generations of artists in the traditional realist painting skills that Nelson Shanks perfected.  To give our campaign extra momentum, one of our students, Stephen Coghill Bush, is making a still-life painting which he aims to finish by August 30th. His subject is inspired by a self-portrait by Nelson Shanks entitled “Two Old Goats.” Visit this webpage between now and September 30th to see Stephen’s progress. You can make a donation each time you want to cheer Stephen on! You gift will make a difference. Just press the donate button below or scan the QR code.

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track THE PAINTER’s Progress 

Stephen's setup.
A grisaille mixture of Ultramarine Blue, Burnt Sienna, and Titanium White.
The first marks are straight lines for heightened accuracy in the drawing.
August 14
August 21
August 25
About Stephen Coghill Bush…

Stephen is entering his fourth year of our Advanced Fine Art program. He studied previously at The Atelier of Fine Arts in Minneapolis. 

Pairing impeccable academic drawing with a bold Impressionist palette, he seeks to portray reality with intensity of perception and vibrant presence. 

Stephen has been the recipient of many awards, including The John F. and Anna Lee Stacey Grant by the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, as well as the Stanek Gallery “Visionary” Award.

Visit Stephen’s website and follow him on Instagram.

Stay tuned for updates! 

Please help support the training of aspiring Studio Incamminati artists like Stephen.