Oil Originals: Hyrum Joe

 

Celebrating his mixed heritage, Hyrum Joe often depicts images from various cultures including Plains, Pueblo, and Navajo. A young girl of possibly twelve watches intently as a dance processional takes place before her. Her mother, grandmother, or even older sisters are likely setting the example, after having helped her with her own adornment. She stands close to the willows to offer some relief from the heat. Eagle feather tufts are tied to a porcupine-quilled medicine wheel in her hair. Calico trade cloth is draped around her neck, while a beaded bone necklace hangs down the front of her elk tooth dress.

If you listen closely, you can hear their songs of thanksgiving and beauty.

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Although Hyrum might be recognized as the son of the internationally known alabaster sculptor and bronze artist, Oreland Joe, he has certainly proved that he can stand on his own two feet. Hyrum creates some of the most visually compelling and original works of art in oil that we've seen by anyone his age. He has won the SWAIA fellowship, as well as many other awards, including best of class at major art shows such as the Heard Museum Indian Market.

We are delighted to have this opportunity to show Hyrum's work, which can be seen in only a handful of the most prestigious galleries in Colorado and New Mexico. Because of our close, personal relationship, we were lucky enough to acquire these recent originals, and we look forward to bringing you more.

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