Maynard Dixon Country 2010

About Josh Elliott

Josh Elliott was raised to appreciate art and is a third generation artist. His grandfather studied with Grant Wood and dabbled in all sorts of artistic pursuits. His Father, wildlife artist Steve Elliott, gave up a successful career as an ER doctor to become a full-time artist. Josh's father taught and encouraged him. Josh learned the importance of painting from life and discovered his passion for painting outdoors. He sees his outdoor paintings as a reaction to what is in front of him, and feels they act as sit-ups and push-ups to sharpen his skills. He considers his studio paintings to be a culmination of everything he has learned from painting out, combined with his own artistic interpretation. Josh believes that a good painting represents Nature's truth filtered through the artist. Born in Montana, Josh lived out of state for some time but always felt a deep connection with Monatana's landscape and people. Josh now lives with his wife and two daughters in Helena, Montana. Josh was given the "Edith Hamlin Award" at Maynard Dixon Country in 2007 and the "Palette Award" at The Quest for the West at the Eiteljorg Museum in Indianapolis, IN in 2008.