Landscape painting, for the most part, tends to be a sober genre. And despite the number of artists that take a graphic approach to the subject, there are only a few that embrace it with a sense of humor. Southwest artist Stephen Morath is one of the more successful of these artists. The paintings of Morath are a blend of bright, expressionistic landscapes with a touch of wry humor and nostalgia. Whether capturing a bountiful table of delights on a Mexican beach or a parade of trailers through the desert countryside, his paintings express the artist’s obvious amusement and fascination with the Southwest. Morath juxtaposes vintage automobiles, trailers and billboards in such a way that they seem a natural addition to the beautifully painted landscape.

Stephen’s work is represented in Arizona by Wilde Meyer Galleries.  Click on any piece to enlarge it.

The Golden Mountain Stephen Morath 36" x 48" acrylic on canvas $5500

Spring Sunset Stephen Morath 32" x 40" acrylic on canvas $4400

Springtime Cloud and Shadows Stephen Morath 36" x 54" acrylic on canvas $6250

Maroon Bells Stephen Morath 32" x 40" acrylic on canvas $4400

Three Kings Stephen Morath 40" x 54" acrylic on canvas $6900

Zig Zag in Cactus Land Stephen Morath 32" x 40" acrylic on canvas $4400

Queen of the Rodeo Sunset Stephen Morath 48" x 44" acrylic on canvas $5750

Arena of the Stars Stephen Morath 48" x 53" acrylic on canvas $6900