FRED OLDFIELD
(1918-       )

High Ride
(22" x 28")
$2,500

Winter Camp
(9" x 12")
$800

Fred Oldfield's Northwest
by Jay Moynahan

This book contains a collection of quotes by and about western artist Fred Oldfield.  Accompanying the quotes are a variety of sketches done by the artist.  The quotes tell a story about Fred while the sketches are a display of his work.

The author has collected these sketches from many sources.  They range from simple to complex.  Some were done in his studio, others at art shows, and some were drawn on napkins in restaurants.  Few were done for publication.

Fred Oldfield depicts the ideal and romantic as well as the difficult and hard life of those who called the Northwest home.  He has lived among the people he paints.  Since the 1920s he has traversed by food and horseback the prairies, hills and mountains that are familiar in his art.

The reader is invited to sit back, read through this book, and get a glimpse into the life of an exceptional man and artist, Fred Oldfield.  Published in 2004, Soft cover with illustrations, 125 pages. $10.95, $2.10 s/h.

ACE POWELL
(1912-1978)
Ace Powell was one of Montana's most famous contemporary western artists. His art is joining the Russells, Seltzers and Remingtons in museums and private collections all over the country.  Ace led a rich and varied life.  During his younger years he worked as a horse breaker, packer, and cowboy.  Much of his time was spent in Northwestern Montana.  (It was during these early years that he met and traveled through Glacier Park with Charlie Russell.)  

The roots of the Powell family have been in Montana for several generations and it is not surprising that Ace came to know the Blackfoot Indians and their traditional lands.  His art recorded, for both whites and Indians, the period of change between the beginning of the 20th century and modern times.  This was a period of great transition for Indians as old ways were often overshadowed by the new.  The Indian was absorbed into the white man's world, going from horse to automobile, teepee to house, and Indian religion to white man's religion.  In his art, Ace captured the turbulence and uncertainty of this period.  The sensitivity he displays is that which could only be born from experience. 

Speaking of Ace Powell is a book that was planned many years ago. The author began collecting material about Ace Powell (1912-1978) in the early 1970s.  Included are newspaper articles, books, magazine articles, photographs, interviews and letters. There are numerous quotes in the collected items about this cowboy turned artist.

This book presents some of these quotes and observations. Each quote is accompanied by a picture of one of his bronze sculptures. Most of these are smaller pieces and several were cast from woodcarvings done by the artist in the 1930s.

There are several other items of interest.  Powell’s friend Senator Mike Mansfield had information placed into the Congressional Record in 1967.  A copy of that entry and his kind words are reproduced in this book. After Powell died his mother-in-law, Bea Macomber wrote a letter to the local newspaper about Ace as she knew him.  Her letter is included in the book.

Finally, a list of books written about Ace Powell and his art is included.  The written material in this book falls under the category of what others had to say about the artist and is an important part of the Ace Powell legacy.  
A 2005 publication, $10.95 plus $2.10 shipping (media rate) 8½" x 5½", softback, 64 pages.

The Ace Powell Print Book
This book contains a collection of art prints of the work of Montana artist Ace Powell (1912-1978).  All prints were produced by offset lithography.  

The author has collected as many prints as he could find that were produced for Powell's growing list of collectors.  This book is a work in progress in that more prints may surface in the future and when that happens, they will be added as new editions of the book are published.

The prints displayed in this book show the breadth and depth of this western artist and his work.  Powell's subjects were primarily native Americans, cowboys and homesteaders.  These were all topics he knew from firsthand experience.  His family roots go back a long way into Montana History.

Powell's early teachers were Charles Russell and Joe De Yong, two outstanding western artists and he learned many art fundamentals from them.  The techniques stayed with him throughout this career and can be seen in the prints in this book.  8½" x 5½", soft cover (spiral binding), 64 pages.  A 2004 publication.  $15.95, plus $2.10 s/h.

Although much of his art centers around Indians, one often sees a packer, wrangler or cowboy, here and there. These were also people he knew and understood. They are subjects that will go down in history along with his art.  Since his death the prices of Powell's art have made a steady climb. It appears this will continue. There are, however, still some bargains to be had.  Although many of his major pieces have sold at high prices, some of his well executed but lesser pieces are still economically priced.  

The reason for Powell's popularity is simple, he was a western artist who knew the west. His art speaks to everyone, rich and poor, Indian and non-Indian, art collector and art student as well as the casual observer.  As George Montgomery said one time about Ace, "He is a master of his craft." It is certain that his art will go on and on attaining higher levels of appreciation.

ACE POWELL, Western Realist
Want to know more about Ace Powell the man?  Jay Moynahan was a special friend of the artist and takes you into his world with his biography, major events in his life, his collection and other references.  8½" x 5½", soft cover, 48 pages.  A 2004 publication.  $8.95, plus $2.10 s/h.

ACE POWELL on ART

is an extension of an idea that began in the 1970s. The editor started collecting quotes by the artist and about the artist. These quote come from a variety of sources, including taped interviews, magazine articles, newspaper articles and books.

Ace Powell had a number of ups and downs during his career. He learned much from these experiences and as a result, he developed a useful and insightful philosophy on art, artists and life.

This book presents quotes by Powell on art and artists. The quotes present insights into the art world as seen by Ace, and thus shed light on his personality.

Accompanying his quotes are photographs of the artist and people he knew. The photographs are from the editor’s collection as well as scrapbooks belonging to  the artist’s widow, Mrs. Thelma Powell. Many of these photographs are published here for the first time. 
8½" x 5½", soft cover, 63 pages.  A 2004 publication, contents photos and test, soft cover.  $8.95, plus $2.10 s/h.

WEARY WARRIOR 

A limited edition print by Montana artist Ace Powell (1912-1978). Plate signed* and numbered.

This print has an image size of 16" x 26".

$7.95 plus $3.95 for shipping and insurance.

If not satisfied return in 10 days for your money back.

GOING HOME 

A limited edition print by Montana artist Ace Powell (1912-1978). Plate signed* and numbered.

This print has an image size of 20" x 24".

$7.95 plus $3.95 for shipping and insurance.

If not satisfied return in 10 days for your money back.

*Plate signed indicates the signature is printed on the print with the ace of diamonds and the artist's name.

EVENING PRAYER 

A limited edition print by Montana artist Ace Powell (1912-1978). 

This print has an image size of 18" x 23".

$29.95 plus $2.50 for shipping and insurance.

This print is numbered and signed by the artist and 
are in editions of 1,000.

If not satisfied return in 10 days for your money back.

 

NANCY McLAUGHLIN                                
(1932-1985)

Born and raised in western Montana, Nancy McLaughlin had extensive contacts with the Indians of Montana.  She spent her childhood on the reservation where she became lifelong friends with the Blackfoot Indian.  While learning of their customs and legends, she also developed an in-depth understanding of the people.  As a young woman she was adopted into the Blackfoot Tribe and given the name ME SA' MAXAKI which means Swan Woman.

It is natural that as an artist her subject matter was primarily Native Americans, with her favorite themes, Indian women and tribal lore.  She presented these women as pillars of strength radiating gentleness, beauty and dignity.  The legends McLaughlin illustrates are dynamic, penetrating and come from a clear understanding of her subjects, an understanding that had been gathered painstakingly over time and recreated with intuitive power from an intimate part of her own experiences.

Nancy’s bronzes are graced with flow, movement and a general dynamic quality.  Few western artists are her rival.  She is not an illustrator in bronze, but an artist--a most important distinction and one of the top sculptors in the western art field.  

During her 30-plus years as a professional artist, Miss McLaughlin won an array of awards.  Her illustrations appeared in several publications and she was the subject of numerous articles as well as books.  At one time she was married to the western artist Ace Powell.  Together they produced and sold art in many western states.

This rare and sensitive artist died of a heart attack on March 20, 1985.  With her passing the world lost an artist of historical importance.  She will be significant as a portrayer of Western Indians, especially those of the Plains, the Southwest and the Northwest.  It was, however, the Blackfoot Native Americans she knew and loved the best and were the ones most frequently represented in her art.  Her art bears the hallmark of permanence and is to be preserved for future generations to admire, cherish and love.

This is the fourth book written by the author about Western artist Nancy McLaughlin (1932-1985). Moynahan first met her in 1969 and later served as her agent for the five years prior to her death. The book contains an updated biography and many items of memorabilia that have been collected over the past 35 years. Most of the items included in the book have never been seen by the general public.

Nancy McLaughlin was a highly talented multimedia artist who specialized in portraying Native Americans, especially women. Her art is found in numerous museums and she is cited in major Western art reference books. The Life and Art of Nancy McLaughlin presents a new and interesting view of this very creative artist.   A 2005 publication.  $10.95 plus $2.10 shipping (media rate)  8½" x  5½", softback, 64 pages.

THE BRONZE WORK OF NANCY McLAUGHLIN
This book contains a collection of bronze sculptures by Montana artist Nancy McLaughlin (1932-1985).  Working from the artist's notes and records, the author tried to collect photos of all the bronzes that were cast from the artist's work.  There are 70 bronzes recorded in this book.  Her bronzes are scattered across the United States and some were not available for photographing.  Unfortunately, not all of the pictures in this book are of good quality.  Some were taken by the author, others were sent to the author by generous collectors and art dealers and a few were reproduced from brochures and even newspaper photographs.  In these cases the photos were scanned and digitally improved as much as possible.  There are some pages that have no photographs.  The information on these pages was gathered from McLaughlin's notes but unfortunately no photographs accompanied her material.  In all cases, the author attempted to supply as much material about the bronzes as possible.

Although the author feels he has listed almost all the bronzes, this book must be considered a work in progress.  If additional bronzes surface in the future, they will be added to a new edition of this book.   A 2007 publication.  $18.95 plus $2.10 shipping (media rate)  8¹/₄" x 5½", softback with spiral binding, 107 pages.

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