artists of the black hills



From early childhood, growing up on a Nebraska farm, I remember three very strong emotions:  wonder and amazement at the beauty all around me, a desire to worship the ONE who made it, and a longing to share what I saw and felt.

Although I'm very interested in shape, color, texture, movement, etc., the most important element to me is that the painting comes alive and invites you in.  When people connect emotionally to the artwork, it is very rewarding.

One young woman with tears in her eyes, shared that a painting of a red sumac-covered hill, on a foggy day reminded her of drives in the country with her grandmother when she was a child.  I love being part of that! 

 
"Exciting intensities.....vibrant color combinations...great painting techniques...outstanding compositions..."
 
Ken Harshbarger-Curator, Walker Art Gallery, University of Nebraska Kearney
 

B.J. has participated and achieved awards in various regional and national shows and competitions as well as:
 
  • Cover of Detroit Women magazine
  • "Editors Choice" of US Art magazine
  • Feature article in Inform Art magazine
  • "Mayor's Choice Award" South Pointe Show, Lincoln Nebraska
  • One man show, University Place Art Gallery, Lincoln Nebraska
  • Two man show, Walker Art Gallery, University of Nebraska Kearney



B.J. Stych is represented by:

Blue Dog Gallery in Lead, SD.


Shaman Galleries, Hot Springs, SD

Dakota Nature & Art, Hill City, SD


Reflections of South Dakota Gallery, Rapid City, SD


B. J. resides in Custer, SD

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