Original Painting “Conversation Piece” by Barbara Meikle

Conversation Piece (2017) is a captivating oil painting by Santa Fe artist Barbara Meikle, showcasing her signature impasto technique. The work, elegantly floated in a rich gold leaf wood frame, features a group of three mares being approached by a vibrant purple stallion. The title invites the viewer to imagine the interaction unfolding between the horses in this colorful and dynamic scene.

What sets this painting apart is Meikle's remarkable use of impasto, a thick application of paint that adds texture and depth. Her unique ability to blend colors creates a sense of space and form, distinguishing her as a Western artist with a truly individual style.

"I feel like I know them. I feel close to them," Meikle says of her animal subjects. Often working directly in the field or riding through the landscapes around her rural Santa Fe home, she frequently paints her own horses or those of her neighbors. This intimate, one-on-one connection allows her to capture the true character and personality of each animal she portrays.

Condition: excellent condition

Provenance: this colorful Original Painting "Conversation Piece" by Barbara Meikle is from the estate of a Santa Fe resident

Recommended Reading: Contemporary Western Artists by Samuels, Peggy and Harold, 1982

TAGS: Western Painting, Barbara Meikle