Dramatic paintings and untold stories
On View
July 11 - September 7, 2025
In this first traveling exhibition of artworks by Ezra Tucker, the untold stories of the Black experience in the history of the American West are depicted alongside monumental and dramatic paintings of North American wildlife and examples of allegory, fantasy, illustration, and narrative.
“A successful work of fine art should be educational, inspirational, and entertaining and evoke an emotional response from the viewer. I hope that my work . . . inspires people to undertake the conservation efforts necessary to protect the endangered animal kingdom of our planet."
- Ezra Tucker
With a background in commercial illustration and design, Tucker combines his exceptional drafting skills with earth tones and warm light to give his subjects the glow of an old master’s work.
Visitors will see Tucker’s hallmark ability to achieve a bold, romantic look by using a color palette and lighting that is familiar yet new.
Ezra Tucker with his artwork
Inside the Exhibition
Consisting of a broad-ranging selection of paintings produced by Tucker from 1985 through 2023, the exhibition is divided into three main categories: Wildlife art depicting large mammals and birds; untold stories of the Black experience in the history of the American West; and allegory, fantasy, illustration, and narrative.
Ezra Tucker, On Watch, 2022, Acrylic on board, 40 x 30 inches. Courtesy of the artist.
Tour Produced by
David J. Wagner, L.L.C., David J. Wagner, Ph.D., Curator/Tour Director.