Travis Ivey, a fifth generation Wyoming native, was born in Cheyenne, WY in 1978. His paintings reflect the beauty of the modern west and the impacts of development on the landscape.

'I often find inspiration for my paintings in the coal mines and gas fields of Wyoming. These places drew me into landscape painting six years ago, because of their dynamic prsesence and powerful compositions. The natural beauty is very often contrasted with drilling rigs and freight trains, which have a profound influence on my work.'

While Ivey is drawn to the more industrial environments, he enjoys exploring opportunities to paint a wide range of subjects. Painting en plein air has helped him continue to learn new ways to develop stylistically, and maintain a fresh perspective in his studio work.

Travis Ivey's work is in numerous public and private collections including the University of Wyoming and The Wyoming State Museum.

Education

University of Wyoming, Bachelor of Fine Arts, 2008

Solo Exhibitions

“Wyoming Landscapes: Images of the Modern West,” ASUW Gallery, University of Wyoming, 2006
“Booms and Bust on the Wyoming Landscape: Part I,” ASUW Gallery, University of Wyoming, 2007
“Sketches in Oil: Field Studies by Travis Ivey,” KEAG Gallery, Laramie, WY, 2009


Group Exhibitions

Buffalo Bill Historical Center Art Show and Sale, 2006
“Touchstone,” Laramie Artists’ Project, 2008
“Up On The Wall: 6 Painters From The West,” Prichard Art Gallery, University of Idaho, 2009
“Masters of Influence,” Lovetts Galley, Tusa, OK, 2009
“Wyoming Plein Air,” Deselms Fine Art, Cheyenne, WY, 2009
“Art on the Green,” City of Green River, 2009


Juried Exhibitions

Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition, Wyoming State Museum, 2008 Constance K. Mohrman, juror
Rocky Mountain Biennial, Ft. Collins Museum of Cotemporary Art, 2008
Michael Paglia, juror
The Art League of Hilton Head’s National Juried Art Exhibition, Walter Greer Gallery, 2009 Craig Srebnik, juror
Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition, Wyoming State Museum, 2009
Ivar Ziele, juror


Awards, Grants & Residencies

Gilly Fales Fine Arts Scholarship Award, Buffalo Bill Historical Center Art Show and Sale, 2006
American Heritage Center Teaching and Research Grant, 2007
Purchase Award, Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition, Wyoming State Museum, 2008
3rd Place, Fine Art Finals-West/Southwest Regional Collegiate Competition, 2008
Quick Draw Artist, University of Wyoming Art Museum Gala and VIP Reception, 2008
Honorable Mention, The Art League of Hilton Head’s National Juried Art Exhibition, Walter Greer Gallery, 2009
Purchase Award, Governor’s Capitol Art Exhibition, Wyoming State Museum, 2009
1st Place, 2-D Professional Division, Art on the Green, City of Green River, 2009
Artist in Residence, Ucross Foundation, Fall 2009


Publications

“Artists to Watch,' Southwest Art, November 2007, pg. 22