BUCK
Buck is a mixed-media Western contemporary artist whose work reimagines the grit of the American West. With a bold visual language that fuses pop art, historical photography, and found objects, Buck bridges past and present to create narratives that feel both nostalgic and electric. His pieces often draw from vintage books, cowboy iconography, wild horses, and classic Americana, transforming familiar symbols into vibrant, modern artifacts. Buck’s work is held in private and corporate collections around the world.
“I work in many layers weaving acrylic paint and collage like a tapestry. Sometimes I like to glue found objects to the canvas. I usually work on a series of 10-12 pieces at once. Most of my work is inspired by history books and vintage photos. I grew up without a TV in the house and immersed myself in books. I could read before I went to kindergarten. Still to this day most of my inspiration comes from old books. I love being surrounded by vintage Americana signs, ads, books, toys…anything that represents the American West.”
ECHO UKRAINETZ
Echo is a native Montanan and has been interested in art for as long as she can remember. She has never taken a class in batik and has learned through trial and error. That method of instruction has yielded many happy accidents as well as a few disasters. Over the years she has learned how to manipulate the wax and dye to create desired effects, however, it is very unpredictable. Upon removing the wax, she is often surprised. Echo has an intense interest in history which she incorporates in the description of her historical works.
Her batiks are in collections across the United States and Canada and include a variety of subject matter. Her work has been accepted into numerous fine art auctions and shows. She is represented by numerous galleries throughout the West.
RON UKRAINETZ
Born and raised in Great Falls, Montana, Ukrainetz is a life-long artist. During the past 40 years as a professional artist, he has garnered awards and recognition from numerous shows across the country. He has been featured in magazines such as “Western Art Collector”, “Wildlife Art Magazine”, “The Artists Magazine”, “Fine Art Connoisseur”, “Big Sky Journal”, and “Western Art & Architecture.” Although he paints extensively en plein air in oil, Ron is a living master in acrylics on engraved claybord (polychromatic engraving).
He has participated in the C.M. Russell Art Auction every year since 1995. Ron is a member of Oil Painters of America, PaintAmerica Masters Circle, National Oil and Acrylics Painter’s Society, a founding member and past-president of Montana Painter’s Alliance, a founding member and president Emeritas of the Out West Art Show, Inc., and founder of the Young Masters Art Program. Ron was also a featured speaker twice at the National Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation’s annual conventions.
His works are shown in galleries and museums from Texas to Montana.
