Gary Niblett

GARY NIBLETT (1943 - ): Gary Niblett is an American Western artist and Cowboy Artists of America Emeritus member, recognized for his evocative portrayals of the American West and its people. Born and raised in Carlsbad, New Mexico, he moved to California after graduating from high school and studied at the Art Center School of Design. He spent eight years working as a background artist for Hanna-Barbera Studios while developing his own artistic style. In 1973, he left commercial art to devote himself entirely to Western painting, and in 1976 he was elected to the Cowboy Artists of America. Returning to New Mexico, Niblett continued to build a national and international reputation. Working primarily in oil, while also comfortable with watercolor, he creates thoughtful scenes that explore the human spirit, everyday life, and the enduring character of the American West. His work has been exhibited internationally, including at the Grand Palais in France and venues in Germany, Moscow, Taiwan, Beijing, and London. His art has appeared in publications including , , and . In 1990, he was named Distinguished Calendar Artist for , and one of his large oil paintings hangs in the New Mexico State Capitol in Santa Fe.