Artist Biography
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Diane Frossard, originally from Dallas, Texas, has always had a passion for art and horses. Her father, an avid horseman, introduced her to horses at an early age and her childhood was spent competing in equestrian events and training horses as well as painting and drawing. She initially worked as a geologist before turning to art full-time. She and her husband currently reside on a ranch in Tyler, Texas with their five horses. Her daughters and horses are recurring models for her paintings and many of her plein air landscapes are scenes from the ranch. She is a signature member of Oil Painters of America and American Impressionist Society.
Artist Statement
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My interest is to capture the poetry of a unique moment in time. Horses have always had a calming effect on me and that feeling is what I try to portray in my equine paintings. In a world that can often be stressful, I hope my paintings evoke a sense of tranquility and beauty.
Recognition
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Award of Merit - American Impressionist Society 24th National Exhibition - 2023
Seascape Honorable Mention - Oil Painters of America National Exhibition – 2023
Bold Brush Award – October 2022
Award of Excellence - Animal - Oil Painters of America Western Regional Exhibition - 2022
Award of Excellence – Animal - Oil Painters of America 29th National Exhibition - 2020
Award of Excellence & Art Purchase Award - American Impressionist Society Small Works Showcase 2019
Honorable Mention - Oil Painters of America 27th National Exhibition - 2018
Merit Award - American Academy of Equine Art 39th Annual Juried Exhibition – 2019
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Southwest Art Magazine -Artists to Watch – June 2019
Museum Exhibitions/Purchases
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Tyler Museum of Art – Rewind: Paintings from Private Collections, 2018
Tyler Museum of Art – Reflections of East Texas, 2015
Drawing purchased by The Art Museum of East Texas