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Robert Highsmith AWS watercolor “Late Afternoon, Soledad”
A luminous New Mexico landscape by Robert Highsmith (AWS, NMWS), titled “Late Afternoon, Soledad.” Highsmith—an acclaimed New Mexico watercolorist known for transparent technique and high-desert light—renders prickly pear, tawny grasses, and rocky bluffs in Soledad Canyon with crisp shadows and atmospheric depth.
Shown widely in juried exhibitions, Highsmith’s paintings are sought after for their sense of place and natural light. This ready-to-hang original suits collectors of regional art and modern interiors alike.
- Artist: Robert Highsmith (AWS, NMWS)
- Title: “Late Afternoon, Soledad”
- Medium: Transparent watercolor on paper
- Signature: Lower right “Highsmith AWS”
- Framing: Rustic by Design wood frame; double mat
- Glazing: Tru Vue conservation glass (99% UV)
Condition
Excellent. No damage to artwork or frame; signature is crisp and colors bright. Note a small amount of debris behind the glazing at the lower center; otherwise clean. Please review photos.
Dimensions / Size (inches)
- Overall (framed)
26 × 32 × 1 1/4 - Visible (sight)
13 1/2 × 19 1/2
Artist Biography
Robert Highsmith (American, 20th/21st c.) is a New Mexico–based watercolorist best known for luminous Southwestern landscapes. Working primarily in transparent watercolor, he captures the high-desert light, rocky escarpments, and native flora of the Chihuahuan Desert—frequent subjects include the Organ Mountains and Soledad Canyon near his home in Las Cruces. Highsmith is a Signature Member of the American Watercolor Society (AWS) and the New Mexico Watercolor Society (NMWS). His works appear in juried shows and private collections throughout the Southwest; he also teaches workshops and serves as a juror, emphasizing natural light, decisive brushwork, and atmospheric depth.
