Gene Zesch
The expressive work of sculptor Gene Zesch, will be on display at the Museum of Western Art in Kerrville, Texas, from June 19 to August 1. The show, titled
Looks Like We’ll Just Have to Tighten Our Belts Again, is a collection of 62 pieces including 57 wood, mixed media and 5 bronzes, all inspired by ranch life as Zesch knew it while growing up on a central Texas ranch.
Zesch refers to himself as the “definitive sculptor of Texas ranching life,” although many consider this talented 88-year-old to be the nation’s premier cowboy woodcarving caricaturist. His humor can be seen in the title itself, such as in Look, If I’m Boring You People, Just Say So.
“The museum is thrilled to be able to feature an exhibition of works from this legendary Texas Hill Country artist,” says the museum’s executive director, Darrell Beauchamp. “His works have been enjoyed for decades by presidents, governors and Texas hard-scrabble farmers and ranchers. Everyone can relate to Zesch’s wonderful work, exacting carving style and keen sense of humor. It is an honor to host this exceptional show here in Kerrville.”
The Museum of Western Art is located in the heart of the beautiful Texas Hill Country in Kerrville, an easy one-hour drive northwest of San Antonio.