about the show
The West Nebraska Arts Center, with the support of the Nebraska Arts Council, the Nebraska Cultural Endowment, and the National Endowment for the Arts is pleased to present The Cowboy on a Fence by Doug Michael. The reception will be Thursday, June 4 at 5pm –7pm. Doug Michael is a wonderful quilter. He is bringing his great creations to the Main gallery for the month of June. There will be a wide variety of themes that describe some of the stories in life. There will be over 70 different toppers and quilts available.
thank you
Special thanks to volunteers Laura Clark, Crystal Sandberg and Karen Mecklem for their assistance in the gallery. Also thank you to the West Nebraska Arts Center Board for helping with food at the reception.
about the artist
Doug Michael is a Washington state native that started quilting three years ago. His quilts are stories of the adventurous life he’s lived. Quilting was not his first choice at all! He did not think of himself as an artist when he was young. His brother had real talent, in his eyes. He started milking cows at the age of 12. Agriculture was Doug’s first love. Life for Doug has been full and illustrious; sounds more like a movie script than reality. He started his education at CSU thinking he would pursue a career in agricultural education. He has always had a love for farming and ranching. The western lifestyle was perfect for Doug, so, he moved from Denver, Colorado to Montana. He became an entrepreneur of a sub-contractor construction company and also, he became one of the top 5 fitters in the USA. With his team of 15 he would work odd jobs including architectural designs that still can be seen today. He worked with legendary people such as Mel Gibson, Reba McEntire, Barbara Mandrell, Randy Owens and more. Doug has really been a Jack of all trades challenging himself once again with another world of fiber arts.
In fact, quilting came about because of his wife, Karen, daring him to create a maze quilt. Karen was a quilt shop owner. Doug’s wonderful skill in construction design, the knowledge he’d gained from being around quilts, and being Karens’ husband all combine to make him quite a great fiber artist. Today he has an incredible selection of quilts telling the stories of his days amongst cattle, patriots, poets, ranches, Hawaii and so much more. These days Doug lives in Mitchell, Ne. He wanted to be closer to his family and friends. While also sharing his delightful, canned goodies from his garden.
about WNAC
The West Nebraska Arts Center is a 501c3 cultural non-profit organization committed to education, awareness, and excellence in the arts, serving the North Platte Valley Region. WNAC is located at the corner of 1st Avenue and 18th Street in Scottsbluff, NE. Visit the gallery free of charge Tuesday through Friday, 10 to 5, Saturdays from 1 to 5. We are closed on Sunday and Monday. You can also visit our website for upcoming attractions at www.thewnac.com. Also, find us on Facebook and Instagram.
show your support
WNAC is supported by local businesses and individuals who value having the Arts Center in our community. Do you support WNAC with an annual membership gift? If not, please consider joining our efforts. Members of the West Nebraska Arts Center receive first notification of our events. Members also receive gallery postcards, a monthly newsletter, discounts on gallery and gift shop purchases, as well as classes, workshops, fundraiser tickets, and other special events. You will also receive the WNAC newsletter and invitations to special events. Activate or renew your membership online at www.thewnac.com, by visiting the Arts Center office, or call 308-632-2226.
