Many artists are gifted at writing witty descriptions of their work. I am not
one of those artists. I simply love what I do. I am inspired by the simple
beauty that surrounds me.
Born in Lawndale, California, Geri Ann Tiffany was moved with her family in
1976, to the Santa Ynez Valley, just north of Santa Barbara. I have been
drawing since I was 9 years old, and have nurtured the natural gift to draw
ever since. Although I have had no formal training in the arts, I have been
greatly influenced by Robert "Shoofly" Shufelt and Frank McCarthy. All of
my drawings are carefully thought out months before the pencil ever hits the
paper. I use a wide range of graphite drafting pencils to create each piece of
work. Each blank piece of paper is carefully selected to make sure there are
no flaws within the paper. I choose Bristol Board paper, with a Vellum
finish.
I knew at an early age that my passion was art. My interest in the West
manifested itself through childhood drawings, and impressions gathered
while growing up in a small town, rich with ranching history. A self-confessed
dreamer, I strive to go beyond just the basic techniques of drawing, trying to
convey the mood and feeling of the subject within all of my drawings. I hope
that my pencil drawings make the art come to life. In doing so, I want my
sensitivity and painstaking eye for detail to give my work a depth and
dimension that is truly unique. I truly enjoy creating each drawing, and look
with anticipation for the next drawing to come to life on my paper.
I am actively involved with the San Benito Arts Council, Santa Ynez Valley
Artists Guild, American Plains Artist Society and Women Artists of the West.
My newest accomplishment, and one that I am most proud of is the invitation
to be a member of the Southwestern Premier Artists.
My artwork has been displayed in several galleries, such as:
Currently, my artwork can be found in three wonderful locations:
My artwork has also been displayed in several invitation only outdoor
festivals, such as:
2006 – 2011 Death Valley 49er’s Invitational Art Show, D.Valley, CA
2006 – 2011 Santa Ynez Day, Santa Ynez, CA
2007 – 2010 Big Bear Invitational Art Show, Big Bear Lake, CA
2007 Monterey Cowboy Poetry and Art Show, Monterey, CA
2008 – 2009 Western States Horse Expo Equine Art Show
2009 Morro Bay Arts in the Park, Morro Bay, CA
2009 Harbor Arts Festival, Oxnard, CA
2009 Palm Springs Art Festival, Palm Springs, CA
2010 Mission Federal Artwalk, San Diego, CA
2010 – 2011 Phippen Museum Invitational Art Show, Prescott, AZ
2010 – 2011 Artwalk 2010, Thousand Oaks, CA
2010 Prescott Rodeo Days, Prescott, AZ
2011 Sonoran Arts League Festival, Cave Creek, AZ
2011 ArtFest, Cave Creek, AZ
2011 Casa Grande Art Show, Casa Grande, AZ
2011 Western Art Week: Jay Contway & Friends Art Show, Great Falls, MT
2011 Arizona’s Western Heritage Showcase, Pueblo Grande Museum, AZ
I recently have found room to challenge myself with Quick Draw events. This
time-challenged drawing is exciting and fun, and has helped me to evolve with
my drawing style. This past August, 2010, I challenged myself even more by
hosting a drawing class of 11 students! I currently show my artwork on select
weekends at Bridlewood Winery in Santa Ynez, California. My artwork has
made its way into the hearts and homes of several art collectors throughout
the country.
To find out more about me, feel free to read the front page article about me in
the Santa Ynez Valley Journal!
one of those artists. I simply love what I do. I am inspired by the simple
beauty that surrounds me.
Born in Lawndale, California, Geri Ann Tiffany was moved with her family in
1976, to the Santa Ynez Valley, just north of Santa Barbara. I have been
drawing since I was 9 years old, and have nurtured the natural gift to draw
ever since. Although I have had no formal training in the arts, I have been
greatly influenced by Robert "Shoofly" Shufelt and Frank McCarthy. All of
my drawings are carefully thought out months before the pencil ever hits the
paper. I use a wide range of graphite drafting pencils to create each piece of
work. Each blank piece of paper is carefully selected to make sure there are
no flaws within the paper. I choose Bristol Board paper, with a Vellum
finish.
I knew at an early age that my passion was art. My interest in the West
manifested itself through childhood drawings, and impressions gathered
while growing up in a small town, rich with ranching history. A self-confessed
dreamer, I strive to go beyond just the basic techniques of drawing, trying to
convey the mood and feeling of the subject within all of my drawings. I hope
that my pencil drawings make the art come to life. In doing so, I want my
sensitivity and painstaking eye for detail to give my work a depth and
dimension that is truly unique. I truly enjoy creating each drawing, and look
with anticipation for the next drawing to come to life on my paper.
I am actively involved with the San Benito Arts Council, Santa Ynez Valley
Artists Guild, American Plains Artist Society and Women Artists of the West.
My newest accomplishment, and one that I am most proud of is the invitation
to be a member of the Southwestern Premier Artists.
My artwork has been displayed in several galleries, such as:
- Jenny Longhorn, Prescott, AZ
- Wildling Art Gallery, Los Olivos, CA
- Sunshine Coffee House, Buellton, CA
- Solvang Gallery & Frame, Solvang, CA
- Grossman Gallery, Lompoc, CA
- Cypress Gallery, Lompoc, CA
- Gallery Los Olivos, Los Olivos, CA
- Adobe Traders, Canyon Country, CA
- California Classics, Templeton, CA
- East Gallery, Denton, Tx
Currently, my artwork can be found in three wonderful locations:
- Murphy's Fine Furniture, located in Buellton, CA, has several
original ranch drawings for sale, as well as a few of my favorite giclee
prints, framed and ready to hang in your home or office.
- For a larger array of giclee prints, come visit The Artistic Pony
Studio, located in Solvang, CA. Also check back to find out about
special classes on drawing, as well as featured artist of the month!
- I am so excited about my most current achievement, being accepted at
Jenny Longhorn, located in Prescott, AZ. At Jenny Longhorn, you
can find the largest collection of my original drawings for sale. This
includes my all-time favorite, The Audacity of Hope. Several never-
before-seen drawings also are being displayed on the walls of Jenny
Longhorn. Definitely worth a visit to Prescott!!!
My artwork has also been displayed in several invitation only outdoor
festivals, such as:
2006 – 2011 Death Valley 49er’s Invitational Art Show, D.Valley, CA
2006 – 2011 Santa Ynez Day, Santa Ynez, CA
2007 – 2010 Big Bear Invitational Art Show, Big Bear Lake, CA
2007 Monterey Cowboy Poetry and Art Show, Monterey, CA
2008 – 2009 Western States Horse Expo Equine Art Show
2009 Morro Bay Arts in the Park, Morro Bay, CA
2009 Harbor Arts Festival, Oxnard, CA
2009 Palm Springs Art Festival, Palm Springs, CA
2010 Mission Federal Artwalk, San Diego, CA
2010 – 2011 Phippen Museum Invitational Art Show, Prescott, AZ
2010 – 2011 Artwalk 2010, Thousand Oaks, CA
2010 Prescott Rodeo Days, Prescott, AZ
2011 Sonoran Arts League Festival, Cave Creek, AZ
2011 ArtFest, Cave Creek, AZ
2011 Casa Grande Art Show, Casa Grande, AZ
2011 Western Art Week: Jay Contway & Friends Art Show, Great Falls, MT
2011 Arizona’s Western Heritage Showcase, Pueblo Grande Museum, AZ
I recently have found room to challenge myself with Quick Draw events. This
time-challenged drawing is exciting and fun, and has helped me to evolve with
my drawing style. This past August, 2010, I challenged myself even more by
hosting a drawing class of 11 students! I currently show my artwork on select
weekends at Bridlewood Winery in Santa Ynez, California. My artwork has
made its way into the hearts and homes of several art collectors throughout
the country.
To find out more about me, feel free to read the front page article about me in
the Santa Ynez Valley Journal!
About the Artist
About the Artist
"I want my artwork to depict emotion. To do that, most of my artwork captures movement within the drawing." |
| My passion is to combine historical truth with sharp anatomical accuracy. As an artist, I feel like I am a work in progress, always learning and growing. |
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| Geri with her husband Mark visiting her favorite local horse ranch, Bella Cavelli, just outside of Solvang, CA |
| If you've been to any of my art shows, you've met this little guy! Alexander is my little Sheltie, who I absolutely love. At my studio, he can usually be found sleeping under my drawing table. |