Cheyenne Gets Some Raccoon Debauchery!

Things could get weird down at Owl’s Saloon (aka, The Snake Charmer II“). This painting is headed for Cheyenne to join in the fun in the “New Frontiers” juried exhibition at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum. The actual opening for the exhibition isn’t until next March so check back for updates as the day gets nearer. Also, it’s still available for purchase if you want your own saloonscape; details can be found on the Art page.

MORE MUSIC, PLEASE.

It's A Complicated Life (A Fork For Barbara)

Another album cover will be featuring David’s art later this summer. The Two Tracks have just wrapped up recording their new album in Nashville and they’ve asked to use “It’s A Complicated Life” on the cover. Can’t wait to see this and hear their new songs, check back for updates on when and where you can find this. 

"GIDDY UP" GOES VINYL

David McDougall’s artwork is on the cover for Jenner Fox’s latest album “Good Luck Road” (that’s Jenner on the right, by the way). You can find the special vinyl edition (or the CD) here and, as a bonus, your own copy of “Giddy Up”. To listen to more of Jenner’s music, head on over to bandcamp.com; he’s really good.

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OVER AT THE WYOMING STATE MUSEUM...​​​​

David McDougall’s painting “BBQ At The Blumenschein” is now hanging as part of the Permanent Collection in the Wyoming State Museum in Cheyenne.

...AND OFF TO THE BRINTON 101 SHOW.

The Brinton Museum has invited David as one of the artists to present three new works in their annual Brinton 101 Show. This exhibition features small 2D works in an 8″ x 10″ (or smaller) format from artists across the US. David’s “Tangletown” series will be on view from Nov. 5 through Dec. 23, with a public reception on Nov. 4, 2022. These paintings will be available for collectors at the show and can be previewed here.

MEET THE 2022 GCAE AWARD WINNERS!

For the 2022 Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition, seven Wyoming artists were recognized for their talent and creativity:
Gerald Anthony Shippen, Cody, Governor’s Choice Award; Rick Klages, Laramie, Juror’s Choice Award; Justin Hayward, Casper, Capitol Art Collection Purchase Award; Bria Hammock, Cheyenne, Capitol Art Collection Purchase Award; Robert Martinez, Riverton, Capitol Art Collection Purchase Award; David McDougall, Dayton, Capitol Art Collection Purchase Award; Sue Sommers, Pinedale, Capitol Art Collection Purchase Award

Congratulations to award recipients from the 2022 Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition. Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition Purchase Award winners pause for a photo at the reception in Cheyenne Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022. Pictured, from left, are Gov. Mark Gordon, Sue Sommers, Robert Martinez, Bria Hammock, David McDougall and First Lady Jennie Gordon.
Photo courtesy of Pat Trout

There’s additional details in this article from The Sheridan Press. Painted Skull Studio is honored to be included with these amazing artists. The show opened to the public on Feb. 14 and will run through Aug. 14. Hope you can stop by and see some of the amazing creativity we have here in Wyoming.

Congratulations, David McDougall!

David’s entry in this year’s Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition, “Please Don’t Murder Me”, was recognized as one of only five works of art selected to become part of the permanent collection in the Wyoming State Museum.

This exhibition is a biennial juried show, celebrating the work of Wyoming artists. It’s organized and curated by the Wyoming State Museum and the Wyoming Arts Council and it’s now the second time one of David’s paintings has been selected for this award.

The show opened to the public on Feb. 14 and will run through Aug. 14. Hope you can stop by and see some of the amazing creativity we have here in Wyoming.

 

 

A NEW INTERVIEW WITH DAVID MCDOUGALL.

David was recently interviewed by Casper 1 TV about his appearance in the Amazon Prime series The Story of Art In America. You can watch the full interview on the Casper 1 TV Facebook page.

NOW SHOWING! The Story Of Art In America WITH PAINTED SKULL STUDIO IS STREAMING ON AMAZON PRIME.

Director Christelle Bois + crew “The Story of Art in America” Amazon Prime series

hDavid McDougall is part of the new docu-series, The Story of Art in America, now showing on Amazon Prime beginning Feb. 11, 2022. Season 1 focuses on artists of the western US and features a broad spectrum of artists from Idaho, Washington, Montana, Arizona, California, New Mexico, and (of course) Wyoming.

The series is produced by Pierre Gervois and directed by Christelle Bois. Each episode will feature interviews and segments on local artists who have made a positive impact on their communities.

PAINTED SKULL AND PASTRIES!

Plan for a stop at Innominate Coffeehouse & Bakery up in Ranchester for some great food, hot drinks, and a slice of Painted Skull artwork. We’ve teamed up with Innominate to carry some of our products in their coffeehouse. You’ll find a variety of paintings from David McDougall on coffee mugs, t-shirts, puzzles and more. It’s just a few miles up Hwy. 14 from Dayton!

THE PAINTED SKULL ONLINE STORE IS OPEN!

We are pleased to announce that The Painted Skull Studio Store is open and ready for you to visit online. The store currently offers several of David’s favorite paintings on a range of wearable and houseware products you can order, with more items and designs in the works as we get this rolling. Enjoy having some of David’s inspired art wherever you go!

"GIDDY UP" GOES TO CHEYENNE!

One of my favorite paintings, “Giddy Up“, was accepted into the 40th annual juried Western Spirit Art Show in Cheyenne, WY.

More information and all the artwork can be found at westernspiritartshow.org. Thanks to everyone at The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum for including my art in this great show.

WELCOME TO PAINTED SKULL STUDIO!

Painted Skull Studio offers unique works of art at our historic and stunning location in Dayton, Wyoming, the former home of famed artist Hans Kleiber.

We feature art created by David McDougall complimented by his hand-crafted frames and wood details. David works in various mediums and prints are available for some pieces.

Enjoy a beautiful drive to the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains and visit us on the bank of the Little Tongue River!

Things may not always be what they seem in our gallery. We look forward to seeing you!

Painted Skull Studio | 844 Main Street | Dayton, Wyoming

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