Virtual Art Tour

Trevor Swanson, American, born 1968

On the Old Homestead

Phoenix wildlife artist Trevor Swanson is the son of world-renowned wildlife artist Gary Swanson. His Artist Statement read, “With his father’s guidance, Trevor started painting at a very early age. He began his professional art career at the age of 20 and, by the age of 25, had won several artistic competitions including, the coveted Artist of the Year Award from the Foundation for North American Wild Sheep.

“Trevor has traveled extensively throughout North America, Europe and Africa in his quest for his subject matter.” Swanson adds, “I paint realistically, because the beauty of life is in the little things. The multi-colored moss growing on the rock where a wolf is standing, the light beaming through tree branches onto the fur of a bear; these are the details that breathe life into a painting. I try hard to portray these subtle elements of tone and mood because they complete the story being told.”

His paintings reflect his philosophy on mankind’s place within nature. “I see humans as the caretakers of our planet. It is our obligation to preserve the earth’s delicate balance for future generations. And the first step is opening our eyes to all its mystery and wonder. There is so much beauty in the world as it is, mine is the task of capturing that beauty to show others what we have to lose.”

You may contact Trevor Swanson at trevors@qwest.net.