Elizabeth Daggett Ganji

Vancouver, Washington

Artist's Statement

Horses have always been a large part of my life and it is this subject matter that I find the most inspiring to paint. I make it a personal challenge to capture the honesty, cadence, and raw energy the horse projects in its presence. I am intrigued by the history of the West and the American cowboy. Together, the horse and cowboy have become patriotic symbols over time, seeming to radiate the freedom and justice our great country was founded upon. The image of the horse itself is indicative of the technique I use in my painting: boldness in the form of color and energy, looseness to encourage freedom and movement, and the suggestion of an untold story that allows the viewer to subjectively discover meaning in the piece.”

Elizabeth is a self-taught artist specializing in pastel. Her subjects of choice include landscape, horses, and western wildlife such as bison and bears. She is currently represented by the Clearwater Gallery, in Sisters, OR, and Art on the Boulevard Gallery in Vancouver, WA. To view a comprehensive portfolio of her work and find out about upcoming shows, please visit www.elizabethganji.com.