Travis Ivey, a fifth generation Wyoming native, was born in Cheyenne, WY in 1978. His paintings reflect the beauty of the modern west and the impacts of development on the landscape.

'I often find inspiration for my paintings in the coal mines and gas fields of Wyoming. These places drew me into landscape painting six years ago, because of their dynamic prsesence and powerful compositions. The natural beauty is very often contrasted with drilling rigs and freight trains, which have a profound influence on my work.'

While Ivey is drawn to the more industrial environments, he enjoys exploring opportunities to paint a wide range of subjects. Painting en plein air has helped him continue to learn new ways to develop stylistically, and maintain a fresh perspective in his studio work.

Travis Ivey's work is in numerous public and private collections including the University of Wyoming and The Wyoming State Museum.

Education

University of Wyoming, Bachelor of Fine Arts, 2008


Solo Exhibitions

“Sketches in Oil: Field Studies by Travis Ivey,” KEAG Gallery, Laramie, WY, 2009

“Booms and Busts on the Wyoming Landscape: Part I,” ASUW Gallery, University of Wyoming, 2007

“Wyoming Landscapes: Images of the Modern West,” ASUW Gallery, University of Wyoming, 2006



Group Exhibitions

“Art on the Green,” City of Green River, 2009

“Wyoming Plein Air,” Deselms Fine Art, Cheyenne, WY, 2009

“Up On The Wall: 6 Painters From The West,” Prichard Art Gallery, University of Idaho, 2009

“Masters of Influence,” Lovetts Gallery, Tulsa, OK, 2009

“Touchstone,” Laramie Artists’ Project, 2008

Buffalo Bill Historical Center Art Show and Sale, 2006



Juried Exhibitions

Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition, Wyoming State Museum, 2010
Deborah Mitchell, juror

Western Spirit Art Show and Sale, CFD Old West Museum, 2010
Chris Navarro, Nicole Parks, Richard Galusha, jurors

Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition, Wyoming State Museum, 2009
Ivar Ziele, juror

The Art League of Hilton Head’s National Juried Art Exhibition, Walter Greer Gallery, 2009
Craig Srebnik, juror

Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition, Wyoming State Museum, 2008
Constance K. Mohrman, juror

Rocky Mountain Biennial, Ft. Collins Museum of Cotemporary Art, 2008
Michael Paglia, juror



Awards, Grants & Residencies

Honorable Mention, The Art League of Hilton Head’s National Juried Art Exhibition, Walter Greer Gallery, 2009

Purchase Award, Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition, Wyoming State Museum, 2009

1st Place, 2-D Professional Division, Art on the Green, City of Green River, 2009

Artist in Residence, Ucross Foundation, Fall 2009

Purchase Award, Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition, Wyoming State Museum, 2008

Quick Draw Artist, University of Wyoming Art Museum Gala and VIP Reception, 2008

American Heritage Center Teaching and Research Grant, 2007

Gilly Fales Fine Arts Scholarship Award, Buffalo Bill Historical Center Art Show and Sale, 2006


Publications

“Artists to Watch,' Southwest Art, November 2007, pg. 22