PENDLETON -- Western artist Buck Taylor once again returned to the 2002 Pendleton Round-Up with a new poster, commemorating the rich history of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation with the event. This limited edition poster depicts a paint horse with Indian regalia. The colorful border of the poster depicts the bucking chutes inside the arena.
other examples of his work available for purchase.
Taylor, who was at his accustomed position under the South Grandstand during the rodeo, autographed the new poster, some of his older posters and offered other works for sale. In addition to being a widely renowned artist, Taylor is also known for his acting. He appeared as Newly O'Brien on "Gunsmoke." He's also been seen in many other television shows and movies, including "Gettysburg," "Grand Champion" starring Julia Roberts and George Strait, "Tombstone," and "Wild, Wild West."
other examples of his work available for purchase.
His Western scenes, primarily in watercolor, reflect the reality of the American West. "Pendleton is one of my favorite places," the artist said.
other examples of his work available for purchase.
"This poster (from two year's ago) by Buck Taylor depicts the energy and drama that has defined the Pendleton Round-Up for 90 years," said Round-Up Director Steve Corey. "We are honored to have an artist of Taylor's stature create the poster that marks this special anniversary."
other examples of his work available for purchase.
"It is always a pleasure working with Buck on these special works of art," said Round-Up Director Dr. Tom Weeks, who is a collector of Taylor's watercolors. "He has always been one of my favorite artists."
Taylor studied art in college, but didn't become a professional artist until just a few years ago. While he always drew for his own satisfaction, Taylor first became an actor of note, sketching and painting during breaks in filming.
other examples of his work available for purchase.
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Round-Up 2000's Print
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Artist/Actor Buck Taylor
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Recognized for his television roles in "Gunsmoke," "Dallas," and "Conagher," Taylor has also appeared in the TNT miniseries, "Rough Riders," and starred in many other television specials including "The Sacketts," "East of Eden," and "Thirteen Days to Glory." He also had starring roles in the feature films "Tombstone" and "Gettysburg."
other examples of his work available for purchase.
Friends who noticed his sketches gave Taylor all the encouragement he needed to make his art available to a wider audience. Since then, his work, primarily in watercolors and acrylics, has been featured in numerous national publications, and has been exhibited in art festivals throughout the United States. In addition to the Round-Up poster, he has been commissioned to officially commemorate such prestigious events as the 100th anniversary of the Fort Worth Stock Show, the 31st anniversary of the Ohio Quarter Horse Congress, and the World Quarter Horse Show. He has also done many self portraits, as well as capturing fellow actors plying their craft. Weeks' collection includes portraits of Val Kilmer and Sam Elliott.
other examples of his work available for purchase.
Taylor and his barrel-racing wife, Goldie, have been guests at the Pendleton Round-Up for the last couple of years and at many of the events surrounding Round-Up. In addition to selling and autographing his commemorative Round-Up posters, which measure 16 inches by 22 inches, for collectors, he also had other examples of his work available for purchase.
As long an he interested in coming it is certain that Pendleton Round-Up will welcome Buck back again and again.
