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Wednesday, May 16, 2018 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon 13 Sisters artist Dyrk Godby featured in book on West By Kathryn Godsiff Correspondent Sisters artist Dyrk Godby has had his name linked to some pretty varied activi- ties: champion rodeo rider, Olympic-caliber boxer, horse trainer, singer-songwriter and Western artist. It’s the last gig that recently brought him recog- nition among a cadre of the very best of Western artists celebrating the horse. A just- published book, “Horses in the American West,” includes Godby’s art alongside that of 23 others who paint, pho- tograph, sculpt and draw horses at work and rest in the West. Luminaries such as Tim Cox, David Stoecklein, Veryl Goodnight, Brenda Murphy are featured. All have won accolades for their work. “I’ve admired these artists for years, and seen their work all over,” said Godby. “I’m honored and privileged to be in such company.” Godby’s paintings in the book include a 1998 work titled “Counting ’Em Out,” depicting a cowboy count- ing a herd of Hereford cattle moving through a gateway, his paint horse standing qui- etly and his dog on alert to any cows trying to avoid the gate. This was Godby’s first work to grace a magazine cover. Other selected paint- ings show cowboys and their horses working, competing and contemplating. The book includes a biog- raphy of each artist and nar- rative relating to each piece featured. It’s a fascinating glimpse into the hearts of art- ists devoted to portraying the lived-in and working West, not the romanticized version. Attention to detail is vital to all the artists, down to being aware of the angle of a horse’s ear as he is waiting for a sig- nal from the rider or making sure that the loops in a rope are depicted accurately. The introduction of the book states that it seeks to highlight the work and thoughts of this group of contemporary Western art- ists. Their common humility is a trait shared by those with a deep appreciation for the hard-working Western way of life. Their “great respect for the horse and its central role as a partner in this tradition is seen throughout the book.” “Horses in the American West” is authored by Texas Tech University staffers Heidi Brady and Scott White and published by the Texas A&M University Press. Brady is a professor in the department of ani- mal and food sciences, is involved with thera- peutic riding and ther- apy and teaches courses in equine management, therapeutic riding and horses in world art. White is the director of collections, exhibits and research at the National Ranching Heritage Center at the university. The book is avail- PHOTO PROVIDED able at Godby’s gallery Dyrk Godby was featured in a new book on horses in the West. on the corner of Elm and Main in Sisters. You’ll know he’s there if the life-size model of a paint entertainment & EVENTS horse is standing outside. FREE Friday GIVEAWAYS start at 6pm, May 18-June 1 RODEO TICKETS!! HAPPY HOUR M-F 4-7 pm Prime Rib Fridays, 5pm KARAOKE • FRI & SAT Get Ready for LIVE MUSIC after XTreme Bulls, June 6 with LOVE & THEFT from Nashville! 175 N. Larch St. t. 54 541-549-6114 41 5 49 6114 hardtailsoregon.com Bachmeier receives award for patriotic art The men and women of Sisters VFW Post 8138 awarded the Young American Patriotic Arts Award to Brianna Bachmeier last week for her interpretation in art of the song “America the Beautiful.” Brianna received a check for $100. Her artwork was sent to Salem to the Oregon State VFW competition with judging concluded at the end of May. Pictured are (left to right), Earl Schroeder, Vice- Commander; Pat Bowe, Commander; Brianna Bachmeier, award recipient; Jeff Mackey, Quartermaster; and Bill Anttila, Service Officer. The arts award con- test is open annually each September to any student attending Sisters High School. Sisters Saloon Poker Night 7 p.m. Every Wednesday! $20. For additional information call 541-549-7427 or go online to sisterssaloon.net. The Belfry Frontiers in Science 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. $5 (but free for teachers, students & club donors). Dr. Dennis Jenkins presents “Archaeology & Science at the Paisley Caves.” For info go to sistersscienceclub.org. Sisters Saloon Trivia Night 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sign-up is at 6:15 p.m. Free, every Tuesday! For information call 541-549- 7427 or go to sisterssaloon.net. THURS...MAY 17 Sisters Saloon Karaoke Night 9 p.m. to midnight. Every Thursday, no cover! 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Hood Avenue Art Artists’ Reception with Winnie Givot & Mitch Deaderick 4 to 7 p.m. Featuring Winnie’s watercolor paintings and pottery by Mitch & Michelle. Live music and refreshments, too! hoodavenueart.com. Downtown Sisters 4th Friday Art Stroll 4 to 7 p.m. Galleries & shops will feature live entertainment and refreshments. For more info go to sistersartsassociation.org. Hardtails Bar & Grill Karaoke Night 9 p.m. Every Friday, no cover! For additional information call 541-549-6114 or go online to hardtailsoregon.com. Listings free to advertisers. Submit by 5 p.m. Fridays to teresa@nuggetnews.com
