past exhibition

George Carlson

Heart of the West

December 15, 2007–April 13, 2008

Considered one of the finest sculptors living in the West today, George Carlson is known for his sensitive bronze interpretation of animals, especially horses. Heart of the West featured 35 objects, including many sculptures of horses and Native American figures, as well as colorful pastel drawings from Carlson's time living with the Tarahumara Indians in Mexico.

Sponsors

This exhibition was made possible by grants from Melinda and Lewis (Pete) Douglas and John and Erika Lockridge.

Additional support was provided by Patrick and Carla Grant, Lucy and Jim Wallace, Judi and Joe Wagner, Ralph J. and Patricia Nagel, Friends of Painting and Sculpture, Kevin and Rebecca McMahon, The Denver Post, and the citizens who support the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District.