Richard Dahlquist

Richard Dahlquist was born and raised in the Northwest. His early interest in art eventually led
him to study at the University of Washington and the San Francisco Academy of Art. After moving to
Colorado he was introduced to and studied with members of the “Denver Group”- Ned Jacob, Mark Daily
Len Chmiel and Kang Cho.

As a traditional painter he is most influenced by the works of John Singer
Sargent, Joaquin Sorolla, Ilya Repin and others including the Taos Painters. After a chance meeting
with the famous Western Painter John Clymer he discovered the exhilaration of painting on location.
Outdoor work became a passion and the knowledge gained from this experience transferred to the
studio.

He enjoys the process of painting from life whether it’s landscapes, still life or the
figure. He believes a painting reflects the personality of the artist. A wonderful soft but
energetic style enhanced by subtle color and value changes describes his work.
Regarding his painting he has said- ‘Painting is a never ending learning process… I love it!”

• Some Affiliations and Awards-
  Signature Member-American Impressionist Society (William Schultz Award) Member-Oil Painters of
  America
  Salon International Exhibit
  Arts for the Parks-(Judges Choice Award) John Steven Jones Fellowship Award
  Melvin C. Warren Award- (Bosque County Conservatory of Fine Arts) Salmagundi Club Invitational, New
  York
  O.A.W. Holbein Award of Excellence Colorado Governors Invitational
  The Russell Auction, Charlie Russell Museum
  Published- Numerous Catalogues/ Arts for the Parks/ Santa Fe Magazine-
  Feature Article/ North Light Books- “Art From The Parks”