Barbara Coleman Artist

05/08/2026

Great news! It’s a thrill to be in this show. Thank you, Darrell, and the amazing staff and volunteers who approach their work joy and a passion for art and excellence.

The one on the right now has a "sold" red dot on it - the one on the left is still available. Barbara Coleman is the former president of the Plein Air Painters of New Mexico. Isn't this one beautiful?

04/29/2026

"The Shield"
18x24, Oil

This is one of two of my paintings that are featured in the 43rd Annual Roundup Exhibition at the Museum of Western Art through June 6th.

I had so much fun attending the opening in person, seeing the art, and meeting the artists and collectors. Thanks to the Museum for a wonderful opening weekend!

04/27/2026

"Ancient Echoes"
20x24, Oil

On display at the 43rd Annual Roundup Exhibition at the Museum of Western Art through June 6th!

This show brings together a wonderful collection of Western art, and it is a privilege to have my landscapes included in such a prestigious juried venue! I am thrilled. This is one of my two paintings in the exhibit.

Thanks to the incredible museum director and staff who have made this museum the Number One Western Art Museum in the country for 2025!

04/25/2026

A wonderful evening at the Roundup cocktail preview party at the Museum of Western Art last night! I've really enjoyed my conversations with other artists and with Darrell Beauchamp, the Museum's Executive Director.

Many thanks to the Museum for putting together such a great event.

My oil paintings "The Shield" 18x24 and "Ancient Echoes" 20x24 will be on display at the Roundup through June 6th.

Check out the full Exhibition Catalogue:
https://www.museumofwesternart.com/43rd-annual-roundup-catalogue

04/04/2026

"So honored to have 'The Shield' heading to Kerrville for the Museum of Western Art’s Roundup Exhibition. This piece represents a significant part of my recent work, and I’m thrilled to share it alongside such talented artists."

04/04/2026

And here is Ancient Echoes in its frame.

03/25/2026

The Walking Path, 9x12, oil
This painting won the Joe Anna Arnett Award 2024, in the Plein Air Painters of New Mexico National Show at Legends of the West Gallery, Santa Fe, New Mexico.

I am honored to have received this award from Judge of Awards Kathleen Hudson, and winning it brought tears to my eyes.