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“August” an Oil on canvas (24” x 24”) by Oregon Artist, Grace Bishko:

This past summer, it seemed to me that there were more groups of deer within the perimeters of Bend Oregon than last year. Driving around town, I saw them running across the streets, regardless of the cars whizzing by; and also, twice I saw a dead deer by the side of the road. At home, looking out of my window each day, there were deer in the fields among the parking lots of the buildings around me. Sometimes they were there all day eating the tops of the bushes, lying down to rest, and then nibbling more.

By August, the fawns were born, and they were fresh and beautiful – and added to the numbers. At that time, the different family groups became evident – the “female yearlings” stayed with their mothers and the fawns. Seeing this portion of their yearly cycle was tender and satisfying. However, there was something I intensely wanted for them, and that was for the deer not to have to adapt to human beings, the surge in building and development, parking lots and cars. Rather than having to adapt to the human element, I wanted them to live, give birth and migrate in lush meadows and forestlands.

And so, as a reaction to my thoughts and feelings, I painted the pastoral, freshness of a grove of aspen trees in August – a haven of lush vegetation to nibble on for the fawn and his mother – to prepare them selves for the barren winter. It seemed a perfect environment for them, but it’s just a painting.

Grace Bishko -- November 28, 2007 – Bend Oregon

High Desert Gallery is pleased and honored to make available artwork by Nationally Acclaimed Oregon artist, Grace Bishko. The oil on canvas or linen is signed the artist.  If unframed but stretched the canvas sides are painted a complementary color.

About Grace Bishko:  Grace lives in Central Oregon, hikes the trails, and paints her memories of what she has seen.  Never shy in the use of intense color and with a slight surreal twist of an everyday image, Grace Bishko’s art is an expression of her life – often larger than life. A serious and honest painter, she paints from her heart and of her memories and experiences. Her imagery contains an ever so slight edge to grab and retain the viewer’s attention, while at the same time satisfying their deep emotions and enjoyment. High Desert Gallery is truly honored to represent Grace Bishko.

A nationally and internationally known artist, Grace Bishko is honored that her paintings are appreciated and understood across a wide multicultural expanse. In the 1970’s she decided to stop painting from "life," and find a personal vocabulary that would allow her to paint through her emotions, because, she says "I deeply wished to speak through my art." Winning all possible awards at the Cleveland Institute of Art, she went on to receive her Master of Fine Arts degree from Rutgers, The State University, Mason Gross School of the Arts. Through education, and experimentation, her creative endeavors evolved in many stages. The results of this adventure are embedded in the artwork she is involved in today. High Desert Fine Art and High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon are proud to represent Grace Bishko.