Rick J.Delanty is a Californian by birth and in spirit. Rick is a national award -winning artist in plein air competitions around the West, and in exhibitions across the United States , including the California Art Club’s Gold Medal show. He has practiced his craft professionally over forty years, painting from Big Sur to Niagra Falls, and teaching in a variety of venues. His works is in the permanent collection of two prominent museums. Featured articles concerning his work have appeared in numerous well known magazines. He is a Signature member of many art organizations and is represented by Mission Fine Art in Utah.