Canyon De Chelly

“Towering rock formations in Canyon de Chelly dwarf the native shepherd and his flock. Old stories and tales surround the Navajo monument known as Spider Rock.” – Charles Pabst

The beauty of Charles Pabst art lies not only in its visual charm but also in its visceral effect. His spectacular landscape oil paintings have the uncanny ability to bring out the dormant joy from within a viewer’s soul. Many of his pieces have won prestigious awards and recognition, are featured in top-rated publications, and are collected by private, public, and university collectors.

One can never get enough of canyons, and Pabst understands this perfectly. As his favorite theme, these majestic settings comprise a sizable part of his body of work. Canyon De Chelly is one of them, an illustration of the National Monument situated in northeastern Arizona. It is the artist’s tribute to the Navajo people who have inhabited the land for more than 5,000 years.

He renders the Spider Rock spire in its true-to-life earth tones, complementing it with the whites of the clouds on top and a shepherd with his flock of sheep on the ground. And with his signature transcendent lighting, Pabst elevates the scenery into a serene ambiance of comfort.

Canyon De Chelly is the kind of painting that will enhance the appeal of a commercial or residential space. Pabst’s work is available for viewing at the Marcus Ashley Gallery, and art collectors can reach out to the staff in person or online to acquire a canvas or more.