About the Artist
WHO HE IS
LR Montgomery creates original oil, impressionistic landscape paintings of places people love in the Northwest.
His paintings bring the ambiance and memories of your outdoor experiences into homes, work spaces, and recreational abodes.
As an artist with a heart for conservation and sustainability, he paints nature, exposing its intricacies and boldness, lights and shadows, wide-open spaces, and hidden secrets.
Montgomery’s images float through the boundaries of realism and impressionism, reflecting a sensitivity and close interaction with the environment and the Northwest outdoor life style. His recognizable, prolific outpouring of works show a respect for life, nature and the beauty of God's creation.
LR Plein Air Painting on The Bluff
A Great Day Plein Air Painting At Finch Arboretum
Chris Kopczynski and LR Montgomery
STATEMENT
I applaud those with the foresight and determination to conserve our natural areas for enjoyment, environmental stewardship, and education. Our rugged yet fragile natural areas, (like art) are a gift from the past, a gift for today, and a gift for the future. Through art, I work to conserve and grow the great gift of our natural areas, and share it with others.”
VIDEO
This video was shot on a very windy day as I painted "Birch At The Trailhead" at Slavin Conservation Area. I was honored when renown photographer and videographer Ira Gardner asked me to do this video project. Ira and I share an affinity and love for Slavin Conservation Area. The video is not a "how to paint" video, but is rather.... well watch and see!
COLLECTIONS ~ INFLUENCE ~ AWARDS
LR Montgomery’s work is found in the collections of corporations, private individuals, environmental groups, museums, and educational institutions throughout the USA, Europe, Russia, China, Mexico, Canada, Africa, Japan and Australia.
Collecting entities include Kaiser Permanente, Spokane Eye Clinic, Pacific Lutheran University, Washington State University, City of Spokane, Dishman Hills Conservancy, Gonzaga University, The NW Museum Of Arts & Culture (The MAC), Layola Marymount University, Spokane Riverkeeper, Shriners Children’s Hospital, and Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center.
Montgomery has produced signed limited edition etchings or print images for organizations such as The NW Museum of Arts & Culture (The MAC), St Georges School, The Friends of Manito, WSU Intercollegiate School of Nursing, and Dishman Hills Conservancy.
Awards include Los Angeles Printmaking Society National Exhibition Purchase, The Artist's Magazine National Art Competition Finalist, Artistry In Wood Featured Artist, and Valley Art Center First Place.
Montgomery has been featured in Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living Magazine, The Artists Magazine, The Spokesman Review, The Coeur d'Alene Press, Columbia Basin Herald, Silver Valley Voice, Signals, Art Chowder, and on KSPS Public Television.
LR Montgomery is the Artist In Residence for Dishman Hills Conservancy. DishmanHills.org
His influences include Renoir, Monet, Van Gogh, Sorolla and Chevreul.
LR Montgomery is a bit of a rascal and a great story teller.
Click here to receive his occasional e-newsletter where you can read his insights, learn about upcoming shows, and be among the first to see his new paintings.
To receive updates when new artwork is posted on his website, Click Here.
PERSONAL
His studio and gallery are located near Manito Park. He can be reached at [email protected].
LR Montgomery lives in Spokane WA with his wife Carole. Of course they are best hiking buddies.
SUBSCRIBE TO ART NEWSLETTER
Get New Art Alerts
