Pastel Poet of the Texas Plains

Frank Reaugh, (pronounced Ray), one of the state’s earliest and most distinguished artists, is well known to historians, curators, and collectors of early Texas art but not necessarily to the public at largeMr. Reaugh was a key figure in the region’s development of visual art and art education during the turn of the 19th century and his life story serves as an excellent example of the early pioneer spirit that is synonymous with Texas. Featuring his pastel landscapes and nature studies held in public and private collections, student interview, curators, and gallerists, and period photographs, ephemera and music, this documentary film finally brings deserved attention to this visionary’s fascinating life while acknowledging his many contributions to society. Join us for a screening of the film, followed by a roundtable discussion led by Michael Grauer, Associate Director of Curatorial Affairs/Curator of Art and Western Heritage.