James Meek Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
American, b. 1926
Southwestern artist James Meek was an active member of the Taos, New Mexico art colony. Known for his abstract oil paintings, he spent his summers in Taos beginning in 1958 and in the mid 1960s he resigned an administration position with the Rocky Ford, CO public schools to move to Taos and devote full time to painting.
A Tennessee native, he was born October 2, 1928, received his B.A. degree from Murray State College (now University), Murray, KY in 1951 and a his M.A. from Union University, Jackson, TN in 1952. He studied design, color and art history with Clara Eagle, drawing with Don Fenigan, and painting with Charles Bunnell and Charles Dorn. After serving in the Army from 1952-1954, he began teaching in Rocky Ford, CO where he was first an art instructor and, later, art director for the system and principal of Jefferson Junior High School. He also taught adult education night classes in painting for four years while with the school system. Among exhibitions in which he participated: Museum of New Mexico Art Gallery Biennial, Murray (College) Alumni Invitational, Ten-year retrospective exhibition Creative Art Guild - Colorado, National Art Roundup - Las Vegas, NV, Contemporary Art Society Exhibition - Colorado Fine Arts Center - 1960.to
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Artist: James Meek
Abstract Pointillist Pen & Pencil Drawing, Geometric Shapes by Taos Artist
By James Meek
Located in Denver, CO
This captivating mid-century modern pen and pencil drawing by renowned Taos artist James Meek (b. 1928) features a bold geometric abstract composition. With precise lines and dynamic forms, the artwork exemplifies Meek's mastery of modernist design, encapsulating the spirit of mid-20th-century abstraction. The piece is presented in a custom frame made with archival materials, ensuring its preservation and longevity. The framed outer dimensions measure 25 x 19 ¼ x 1 ½ inches, while the image itself measures 22 ¼ x 16 ½ inches, making it a striking addition to any collection or space.
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About the Artist: James Meek, a prominent artist of the Southwestern art scene, was deeply involved in the Taos, New Mexico art...
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20th Century Pointillist James Meek Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
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Mixed Media, Ballpoint Pen, Graphite
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