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A Collector’s Guide Highwaymen art has become an iconic representation of Florida’s natural beauty and an important chapter in American art history. Created by a group of 26 African American artists in the mid-20th century, these paintings showcase the vibrant landscapes of Florida in bold, expressive...
Stories Behind the Paintings The vibrant, sweeping landscapes of Florida, bathed in the glow of sunrise or sunset, are iconic in the world of Highwaymen art. Created by a group of 26 African American artists in the mid-20th century, these paintings captured the untamed beauty of...
Unsung Heroes The Highwaymen, a group of 26 African American artists who emerged in the 1950s and 1960s, are renowned for their vibrant depictions of Florida’s landscapes. However, within this group, the contributions of female artists, particularly Mary Ann Carroll, often go unrecognized. These women brought...
Tips for New Collectors Highwaymen art, known for its vibrant depictions of Florida's landscapes, has garnered significant attention and appreciation from art enthusiasts and collectors alike. Whether you're a seasoned collector or new to the art collecting world, diving into Highwaymen art can be an enriching...
A Journey Through Florida's Artistic Heritage Highwaymen art, a distinctive genre born out of necessity and creativity, holds a unique place in Florida's cultural history. This remarkable movement began in the mid-20th century and has since become a celebrated symbol of African American ingenuity, resilience, and...
Highwaymen Art by Harold Newton “River Sail” by Harold Newton. This painting that was created in the late 1980’s by Harold Newton is a clear example of his skill level, mostly brush work with hints of pallet knife use. He was a master artist. As Highwaymen artist...
Highwaymen Art by Livingston Roberts The painting "Calm Backwater” by Livingston Roberts is an early example of his ability and style. The early days of painting then hitting the streets to make the sale. Self employed and punching a time clock for no one. These paintings...
Highwaymen Art by James Gibson Occasionally you find a painting by one of the Highwaymen artists that’s a standout. This painting fits that description. An early 1960’s James Gibson that was very well done. His painting style and ability shows in this artwork. Mr. Gibson was one...
Alfred Hair, “Tree Lined Shore” This painting by Alfred Hair is a great one with lots of color and Alfred’s distinctive style. Four coconut palms in the painting with a rough ocean in the background and big peach-colored clouds. This painting is signed two times, A....
Highwaymen Art by Harold Newton “Breaking Waves” by Harold Newton. This painting from the 1960’s again shows Mr. Newton’s mastery of the brush and palette knife and all self taught. How did this story happen? Harold Newton is the example of the American success story. His success...
Highwaymen Art by R.A. McLendon “Peach Morning” by Highwaymen artist R.A. McLendon. This is an early one, late 1950’s of a Florida Backwater scene that was painted in Florida but ended up in Kentucky. Painted using only the palette knife which was common then. Early paintings...
Highwaymen Art by Harold Newton “Fifteen Palms” by Harold Newton. We have a tree covered shoreline in this early 1960’s painting by Harold Newton. Over the years these bright moonlight scenes have been popular for Harold and Sam Newton, I see them frequently. This painting was...
Highwaymen Art by Roy McLendon “Indian River Fire Sky” by RA McLendon. This is an early Fire Sky scene by Highwaymen artist RA McLendon. Florida was very different in 1955 when Mr. McLendon started his painting career. Then Florida had 3.7 million residents. I-95 and Florida’s...
Highwaymen Art by Sam Newton “Indian River Summer” by Sam Newton. What a great early painting using only the palette knife to create this scene. The calm waterway with big rain clouds building in the background. A tree lined shore with the small skiff on the...
Highwaymen Art by Harold Newton “North Beach” by Harold Newton. Another great one to share with everyone. Just the palette knife was used to create this late 1950’s early 1960’s painting by master artist Harold Newton. His use of colors in the palms and skill level...
Today we have the unusual, the “Washer Woman” by Alfred Hair. The Washer Woman scene by Alfred Hair is on the collectors wish list....
You can find our Highwaymen Art Paintings at the West Palm Beach Antique Festival. This Festival takes place the first weekend of every month and we participate in the show December thru March. The address is 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL. Stop by...
We have recently been asked to curate a museum show for the AE Backus Museum. This show, "A Tribute to Backus" starts February 17th, 2016. The exhibit will feature artwork by the Highwaymen. I have several major collectors and other collectors that have committed to this...
