Maynard Dixon
1875–1946 · American · 12 artworks
ImpressionismSocial Realismsimplified formsmuted color palettesstrong horizontal linesatmospheric perspectiveregionalist themes
artist bio
Maynard Dixon was an American artist known for his paintings of the American West. He captured the vast landscapes, Native American life, and the spirit of the region with a distinctive style that blended Impressionism and Social Realism.
what you'll learn
Studying Dixon's work allows students to explore landscape painting techniques and the use of color to convey mood and atmosphere. Students can also learn about the representation of social issues through art.
related: Frederic Remington
12 artworks
Washoe Wickiup
1919
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Home Pastures
1915
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The Navajo
1914
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Abandoned Ranch
1935
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Desert Journey
1935
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Inyo Mountains
1944
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Wide Lands of the Navajo
1945
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Teepees at Sunset
1919
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Forgotten Man
1944
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The Ancients
1922
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November in Nevada
1935
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Low Country Cottonwood
1940
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