Simon Kenton’s Voyage to Steal Horses.
Just discovered the Eastern Frontier art of Steve White. I like. I like a lot. The 1750s-1815 era east of the Mississippi has become a very popular subject for historical art. Robert W. Griffing, John Buxton and David Wright are the titans of the genre, but there are many other equally compelling artists working these old hunting grounds.
Steve White, a Kentucky native, is a worthy addition to the field. He’s a reenactor and his attention to detail is outstanding, using artifacts rather than imagination for reference for clothing and accoutrements. And his subject matter is some of the most dramatic in all of history.
I particularly appreciate the paintings depicting my old frontier hero Simon Kenton. And his work with the Indians is excellent as well. His prints are affordable — and I may have to have one.
This truly is a golden age for Frontier Partisan art. White’s website is here.
When Two Worlds Clash
Simon Kenton running the gauntlet.
Cherokee.
Caught In My Sights.
Blue Jacket.
Paul McNamee says
That is good stuff!
John says
His paintings have an extraordinary 3D quality to them. He uses depth of field the way a photographer would. How cool to see depictions of scenes right out of The Frontiersman.
John
JimC says
Yeah, no kiddin’. Seeing my 13-yeaqr-old visions of glory brought to life.
Naomi Musch says
Just now discovering this artist. So cool! I agree with you on the Simon Kenton paintings (and the Blue Jacket one is fabulous too). One of my sons is named Beau Kenton after THE frontiersman.
JimC says
That is fantastic! An honorable name, by all means.
Paul Rominger says
Is it possible to find the Blue Jacket print for sale? thank you
JimC says
The artist can be contacted through his website at http://www.stevewhiteart.com.
Paul Rominger says
I purchased a print on canvas of Blue Jacket about three weeks ago. When may I expect to receive it? The children are wanting a father’s day present. Thanks.
JimC says
You may want to contact the artist directly.