Amy Ringholz's Biography

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Amy Ringholz showing her work process
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"I have been showing in galleries for six years and my paintings are on exhibit in several states in the mountain time-zone. I am honored to have been chosen one of Southwest Art magazine’s “21 Under 31 Emerging Artists of 2005.”

I have been painting wildlife because I can give a voice to the animals with which we share this planet. It should be our pleasure to help and protect them. For these reasons I moved to Jackson Hole, Wyoming three years ago where I am closer to the bears, bison, wolves and bald eagles. Spending time watching them is one of my favorite things to do. I try to do my part by donating artwork to several organizations that participate in the conservation of our beautiful country and its inhabitants.

Emotions, personalities, and a sense of humor are traits which I try to capture in each painting. Sometimes my animals have human-like characteristics that you can see in their expressions and sense their souls through their eyes. I am showing the level of similarities between our two species, and how both need to be treated with kindness and respect. Animals are smart, strong, powerful and beautiful, and we should celebrate them with amazement.

I am a dreamer, and therefore fiercely believe in following dreams but I’ve learned you should also follow your heart. I have an exciting road ahead and cannot wait to see what the future holds for my artwork. I am dedicated to painting with passion and letting the artwork evolve and grow. I am so thankful for my God-given talents and so happy to be using them. May my passion for following my dreams come through my paintings and move you towards yours.

I say…give, love, have faith, and, of course, make art.

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