The Cowboy Way
H. Holden
Aug. 6 - Nov. 30
The show will include a selection of Holden's sculptures, paintings and drawings.
Opening Reception: Thursday, Aug. 26, 5-7 p.m.
RSVP: Corie Baker at 405.523.3211 or clb@oklahomaheritage.com
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Born in Enid, Holden attended Oklahoma State University and graduated from the Texas Academy of Art in Houston. He launched his career in the commercial art field, eventually becoming art director at Horseman Magazine, but began his fine art career at night, painting and sculpting his first love – the American West.
In 1973, Holden ventured out on his own as a professional fine artist. In 1987, he was selected to sculpt a series of commemorative bronzes to depict the 165 year history of the Cherokee Strip in Oklahoma and Kansas. That same year he completed his first of many monuments, Boomer, for the City of Enid. Since then, Holden has completed more than 20 monuments, including Oklahoma’s Native Son - Will Rogers at Will Rogers World Airport, Headin’ to Market at the Oklahoma City Stockyards, Monarch at Rest at the Oklahoma History Center, Broncho at the University of Central Oklahoma and World Champion at the Oklahoma City Fairgrounds.
Known for his attention to detail, Holden spends much of his free time roping and staying close to the cowboy way of life, giving him great knowledge of his favorite subject matters.
“What a treasure Harold Holden is to the American West culture and to Oklahoma,” said Shannon L. Rich, president of the Oklahoma Heritage Association and Gaylord-Pickens Museum. “He so beautifully captures the spirit of strength and character so evident in our people and our land.”