TOM HAAS
Original Oil Paintings
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Chama River Cliffs  30" x 40" oil painting by Tom Haas

Painter Tom Haas offers a compelling view of the American landscape, particularly the southwest.  His brush strokes portray light, color, form, and atmosphere as well as the textural process of painting.  Tom often works en plein air, a French term for painting in the open air.

Desert Harmondy  24" x 30" oil painting by Tom Haas

The National Park Academy of the Arts recognized Tom Haas as “being in the top echelon of representational artists working today” with its Award For Excellence in 2002, 2003 and 2004.  Home National Bank acquired two paintings by Haas for their offices in Scottsdale, Arizona, in 2002.  And the year before, MBNA America Bank collected more than 30 paintings by this award-winning artist.

Through The Gully Washers 30" x 40" oil painting by Tom Haas

The U.S. Dept. of State’s regional office in Vienna, Austria, introduced Tom’s southwest landscape paintings to a global audience with its 2004 calendar.  One of his paintings was also published on the cover of the Geneva Art In Embassies catalog, while the original was on display at The Residence of the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations in Switzerland.  Later that year, Tom was a guest at The White House in Washington, D.C., in celebration of the Art In Embassies program.

Saving the Planet  16" x 20" oil painting by Tom Haas

Tom Haas studied oil painting with acclaimed North American painters such as Duane Bryers, Len Chmiel, William Reese, Don Putman, Mark Daily, George Strickland, Dan Mieduch, Ralph Oberg, and James Reynolds, at the Scottsdale Artists School where Haas became a popular painting instructor himself for eight years.

Passing Through 18" x 24" oil painting Tom Haas

Art of the West magazine introduced Tom Haas to its readers in November 1996.  In 1997, Haas won “Best of Show” at a Tucson Museum of Art exhibition and received his second Phippen Foundation Award in Prescott, Arizona, for museum quality (first time in 1995).  Upon returning to the Phippen Western Art Show in 2004, he won First Place in Drawing.  Tom’s work was also in the Phippen Museum's 2005-06 Miniature Masterpieces shows and its 2007 Winner’s Roundup retrospective.

What Iz It?  11" x 14" oil painting by Tom Haas

In 1998, Tom’s work was featured in the first issue of International Artists magazine.  It also appeared in a book titled Art of the American West.  Later that year, he was inducted as an Honorary Artist Life Member of the prestigious Mountain Oyster Club in Tucson, Arizona.  In addition to one-man shows at the A.R. Mitchell Museum in Colorado (2000) and the Sun Cities Museum in Arizona (1996), Tom’s paintings have been exhibited at the C.M. Russell Museum in Montana, the Clymer Museum in Washington, and at several Arizona museums including the Pueblo Grande, Sharlot Hall, Phippen, Tucson Museum of Art, and the Scottsdale Center for the Arts.

Winter Grandeur 30" x 60" oil painting by Tom Haas

For 20 years, Haas was represented by various art galleries in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and California.  Now, he enjoy exclusive representation at his own studio/gallery, where he particularly enjoys meeting the people who collect his paintings.

Are You Coming? 36" x 30" oil painting by Tom Haas

Early exposure to paintings by N.C. Wyeth ignited Tom’s drive and confidence to learn about art and express himself visually.  Versatile and prolific, Haas is most inspired by time spent outdoors capturing nature’s light, color and form.

Wash Day  22" x 28" oil painting by Tom Haas
 

Lakota Encampment 30" x 48"  oil painting by Tom Haas
 

See for Yourself
Landscape  Western  Wildlife  Pastoral
and more...

There's something new every week.  Tom Haas Gallery is a home-based art gallery that’s fun to explore and easy to find.  In addition to the professional exhibit that appears as you enter, you’ll get to see Tom’s work in progress.  Paintings by this award-winning artist inspire imagination and conversation as well as quiet moments of reflection.  Some have made their way into museums, banks, board rooms, and the U.S. Embassy in Geneva, Switzerland.

Tom's process includes painting on location to capture nature's light, color and form – and working in his studio to translate those qualities into large-scale paintings.  His expert use of materials and outdoor experience give his work a refreshing spontaneity and sense of place.
 

Grazing in the Mist  30" x 48" oil painting by Tom Haas

Treat yourself to the luxury of fine art and enjoy the pride of owning a painting by Tom Haas.  A private viewing  at the gallery or your home can be arranged.  Tom Haas Gallery is located in northeast Phoenix, close to the Loop 101, between SR51 and Tatum Blvd (see end of page, below).  We look forward to your visits and inquires.
 

.... Plein Air Paintings ....

               
Tom frequently paints on location in California, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona (11"x14" and 16"x20").

Tom is currently working on a series of figurative work including children at play.

"My first experience as a plein air painter was truly memorable thanks to my friend and fellow artist Tom Haas.  Tom's amazing ability to capture the essence, atmosphere and light of even the most complex views with ease was remarkable to me....As a long time studio painter - I have gained great respect for plein air painters – and Tom is definitely on the top of my list."   Joni Falk, Fine Artist from Phoenix, Arizona

"I highly recommend the artwork of Tom Haas for your home or office.  This award-winning artist has mastered several art styles from western realism to plein air landscapes to contemporary designs."  Sue Willoughby, Fine-Art Appraiser and former Museum Director from Scottsdale, Arizona

             
  Petraglyph Wash 48" x 36" and Sonoran Sunrise 40" x 30" paintings by Tom Haas

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.... Studio & Gallery ....

Tom Haas Gallery - south of Loop 101, between SR 51 & Tatum Blvd.
It's fun to explore and easy to find.  A variety of paintings are on display, now.
Inside is a spacious gallery with tall ceilings, north light, and a view of the garden.
  
 

  TOM HAAS GALLERY
4002 East Kimberly Way
Phoenix, Arizona  85050
email: artist@tom-haas.com
602.787.5856