‘’Embrace the Struggle’’ free lecture by Chris Navarro Saturday

April 13, 2019 from 3- 4:30 pm at the Sedona Arts Center Sedona, AZ.

I will be giving a free lecture ‘’Embrace the Struggle’’ Saturday April 13, 2019 from 3- 4:30 pm at the Sedona Arts Center Sedona, AZ. My inspirational talk and digital presentation are about my career and struggles from bull rider to professional bronze artist. I want to inspire people, with my artwork and story. We need to look at struggles and challenges as opportunities that help us grow and become stronger. With the lessons and struggle of life we gain wisdom and experience growth. It is in the struggle where your strength is built and your character is forged and we become the person we are today! I promise you will not be bored. chrisnavarro.com

PRONGHORN

New painting "PRONGHORN'' by Chris Navarro oil 9'' x 12'' $600. put in Navarro Gallery Seona, AZ Gallery today. chrisnavarro.com

Sculptych Video

I wanted to share a short video 1 minute video showing a new art form, the Sculptych - a work of art incorporating sculpture and paintings that is multi-dimensional and multimedia. Combining two mediums into constructing a more dynamic narrative and composition. I created this new concept with fellow artist Brandon Bailey. Most of the time I work alone in my studio it has been great to collaborate with another artist on creating this new art form combing sculpture and painting. As artists there are times when we must take chances and experiment. I do not want to go through my career producing the same work over and over. I found collaborating with another artist was so worthwhile, we learned from each other and got our creative juices flowing, the best part, it was fun. I would like to know the thoughts of my friends and what they think of this new art form we created, thanks Chris cnavarroart.com

''GRAND EAGLE''

''GRAND EAGLE'' by Chris Navarro & Brandon Bailey 30''x 48'' showing at Navarro Gallery Sedona,AZ. chrisnavarro.com 
I wanted to share a new art form, the Sculptych - a work of art incorporating sculpture and paintings that is multi-dimensional and multimedia. Combining two mediums into constructing a more dynamic narrative and composition. I created this new concept with fellow artist Brandon Bailey. Most of the time I work alone in my studio it has been great to collaborate with another artist on creating this new art form combing sculpture and painting. As artists there are times when we must take chances and experiment. I do not want to go through my career producing the same work over and over. I found collaborating with another artist was so worthwhile, we learned from each other and got our creative juices flowing, the best part, it was fun. I would like to know the thoughts of my friends and what they think of this new art form we created, thanks Chris

MOTHERS PRIDE

‘’SASH WARRIOR’’

‘’SASH WARRIOR’’ bronze h. 28” x 19”    A warrior could choose to vow before a battle to become a sash warrior, to die in the bravest way possible by staking himself to a spot and standing his ground in battle. The distinctive sash, made of hide or trade cloth, hung diagonally across the shoulder, held in place by a loop at the end, or by a slit, that placed the sash over the warrior’s head. The sash, usually over twelve feet long and five or so inches wide, trailed behind him while he was afoot, and often trailed along the ground if he was on horseback. In battle, the warrior staked his sash to the ground as the enemy closed in, and remained there until the enemy was defeated or he was killed. The length of the sash provided the wearer mobility during battle. Others could stand with him and try to save him if they wished. A warrior who fought beside a sash wearer four times earned the right to free a friend in future battles. This defender could intervene by pulling the stake when the sash wearer was about to be killed, lashing the wearer across the back, and thereby cancelling the sash warrior’s vow. chrisnavarro.com

‘’IRON TRACKS THROUGH THE WEST’’

‘’IRON TRACKS THROUGH THE WEST’’ This sculpture of the “iron horse” tells the story of America's Westward Expansion by merging the forces and figures that transformed the continent. Like a stream flowing to a river, the iron tracks of the railroad brought change and accelerated the development and progress of America. The railroad connected the people of the Atlantic and Pacific, helping join a diverse nation. The large steam engine and coal car, in a partial relief, symbolize the American drive to forge ahead through industry and technology. The right side of the sculpture shows a Plains Indian on a swift pony pursuing running buffalo; they represent the native peoples and animals of the untamed West. As the running buffalo move through the sculpture, they merge into longhorn cattle, which soon replaced the buffalo that grazed the open grasslands of the prairie. A cowboy on horseback, which is one of the most distinct images of the West, drives this herd of longhorns. Behind these figures, sculpted in relief, rise the Rocky Mountains. An eagle flies through the sky, which is silhouetted in the shape of the locomotive. The eagle’s soaring flight symbolizes the freedom and hope of our great nation. Bronze, 12” x 28” x 8.5” $4800 chrisnavarro.com

''REACHING FOR GLORY''

''REACHING FOR GLORY''  This sculpture shows a Native American Eagle catcher reaching up from a baited Eagle pit and capturing a Golden Eagle. The Eagles feathers were prized and worn by warriors who earned the right to wear them through their brave deeds. Bronze H-29’’ L-21’’ W-19’’    $5600 chrisnavarro.com 

‘’WYOMING COWBOY’ designed western jewelry.

The silhouette of a cowboy riding a bucking horse has long been the symbol of the state of Wyoming. The cowboy astride a bucking horse represents the toughness, pride, spirit and independence of the people, animals, and land of Wyoming and the West. I have designed western jewelry featuring the image of my monumental bronze ‘’WYOMING COWBOY’’ at the University of Wyoming. You can order as a Bracelet $280, Buckle $175 & Bolo $150 plus $15. Shipping.                                        Contact: Navarro Gallery (928)-204-1144 navarrogallery@gmail.com  chrisnavarro.com 

''WILD SONG''

 ''WILD SONG'' by Chris Navarro monumental bronze 100’’ x 94’’ $50000. Table top 13 1/2'' X 10'' $1550. chrisnavarro.com

‘'CAT PLAY’’

‘'CAT PLAY’’ by Chris Navarro  I was commissioned by a humane society in Denver, CO to create a dog and cat sculpture to inspire dog and cat adoptions. They placed this bronze at the entry and I wanted to put people in a fun and good mood. Hopefully it made a difference and a few more adoptions happened. Monumental Bronze, 23” X 30” $3600.Table top 9’’ x 11’’ $650. chrisnavarro.com 

‘’Salmon Dreams’’

‘’Salmon Dreams’’ by Chris Navarro special commission for a collector with a beautiful gated entry to his home, and he wanted two grizzly bears guarding his property. However, the bears have fallen asleep on the job. I always create a maquette of the monument to first work out my design and composition. In the small-scale model, I chose to tell the story of the bears in a dream state. But, I wondered, what do bears dream of? Why not salmon, one of their favorite foods? So, I placed salmon, swimming, around the square sculpture base, giving it a surrealistic quality. Monumental Bronze, 32’’ x 70’’ x 38’’ $36,000.ea table top bronze , 9’’ x 5’’ x 5’’ $1450.

SO THAT’S A DUCK’’

SO THAT’S A DUCK’’ Monumental Bronze, 19” X 54”x 28’’ $7500. Three Labrador retriever puppies are seeing their very first duck, even if it is only a decoy. chrisnavarro.com

‘’PRINCE OF THE FOREST’’

‘’PRINCE OF THE FOREST’’ by Chris Navarro  Wearing a crown of antlers, this alert whitetail buck has just stepped into a clearing. With his rear legs tensed beneath him, he is ready to spring at the first sign of danger. Lifesize Bronze, 64’’ x 62’’ x 25’’ $19,000.  (307)-259-7305 

‘’ST. ANTHONY'S JOY’'

‘’ST. ANTHONY'S JOY’’ I created this sculpture for Saint Anthony's School and Parish in Casper, Wyoming. When I researched the artists that had depicted St. Anthony in the past, they always portrayed him holding baby Jesus, the bible, and white lilies in his arms. I wanted my interpretation of St. Anthony with the Christ-child to reflect one of the simple pleasures in life that I have shared with my children. Nothing is more heartwarming than watching a smile grow into an expression of pure joy as a child is tossed into the air. Bronze, 96’’ x 44’’ x 38.5’’$ 45,000. Table top H-15’’ x 7’’ $1500. chrisnavarro.com  

''BEST FRIENDS''

''BEST FRIENDS''  bronze 46’’ x 60’’ x 30’’ The bronze memorial sculpture of Jason Eades located at Park Elementary school Casper, WY. Jason was a young boy who lost his life to cancer.  I show him with his best friend his dog Sage.

CLIMB AS HIGH AS YOUR DREAMS

CLIMB AS HIGH AS YOUR DREAMS (relief) Bronze, 36’’ x 10’’ x 1.5’’Monumental Bronze, 109’’ x 32’’ x 32’’The difference between the ground and the heights one achieves will only be limited by one's desire, for nothing in this world is impossible to a willing heart. The overall abstract design of this sculpture is in the shape of a flame, which represents the desire that burns in man. Inside the rock crevice, a man, strong in mind and body with determination, struggles to pull himself up through a difficult passage in order to reach the top. He is alone, free climbing without the security of ropes. At this point in his life, his fate is literally in his own hands. He must trust in his ability to climb higher, because only with self-discipline and belief will he be able to reach the top. chrisnavarro.com

AUTUMN'S CHALLENGE

AUTUMN'S CHALLENGE by Chris Navarro - Bull elk will sound their bugle or whistle call during the rutting season. It begins with a low bellow and changes almost immediately to a high-pitched noise that can be described only as a whistle or scream. The bugle serves as a challenge to other bulls and the signal of domination over cows. Bronze, 25.5’’ x 25’’ x 10’’ $4800. Monumental Bronze, 9’ x 9.5’ x 9 ‘ $68,000. chrisnavarro.com  

‘’FAMILY TREE’’

‘’FAMILY TREE’’ by Chris Navarro This was my quickdraw for the Jackson Hole Art Festival 2018. Showing the clay original and the first bronze casting.  chrisnavarro.com  #western #westernart #westernartcollector #westernartist #bronzeart #bronzesculpture #art #sculpture #sedona #artgallery #artstudio #artisttowatch #artist #sculpture #sculptureoftheday #cowboyart #chrisnavarroartist #artgallerysedona #gallery #sculptor #statue #statues #sculptures

COLD BEANS AND A WET SADDLE

COLD BEANS AND A WET SADDLE This sculpture depicts the unglamorous side of being a cowboy. Working outside in miserable weather and pushing through to finish a job. It has been pouring cold rain all day long. The cowboy and his horse are covered with mud when they stop for a bite to eat. With no shelter from the rain, the cowboy knows it is too wet to start a fire, so he reaches into his saddlebags for a can of beans. Sitting on a rock, he makes the best of what he has. With cold beans in his belly, he’ll swing back into his wet saddle and finish the job he has set out to do. That is the cowboy way. chrisnavarro.com

‘’DOUBLE RANK’’

‘’DOUBLE RANK’’ this sculpture won the Calgary Stampede bronze trophy competition. My sculpture, along with $100,000. will be presented to the champion bull rider for the next five years at the Calgary Stampede. Bull riding has always been a big passion in my life. I rode bulls for 5 years and my son JC rode bulls professionally in the PBR. Riding bulls and creating art are similar in nature. To give your very best you must put your heart and soul into it.

Wood Sculptor Chester Armstrong at Navarro Gallery in Sedona AZ.

Wood Sculptor Chester Armstrong  at Navarro Gallery in Sedona AZ. chrisnavarro.com  

Segmented wood art of Ron Mulligan

Segmented wood art of Ron Mulligan at Navarro Gallery Sedona AZ

Navarro Gallery outdoor sculpture garden at Tlaquepaque Arts Village Sedona, AZ.

Navarro Gallery outdoor sculpture garden at Tlaquepaque Arts Village Sedona, AZ.