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“Horses of Different Colors”
"Under the Orange of a Bison Sunset”
“First Snow”
Peter Freischlag is a contemporary watercolor artist known for bold color, expressive movement, and emotionally resonant work. While themes from the American West—cowboys, moose, bison, and aspens—often appear in his paintings, they are part of a broader exploration of nature, character, and connection. His subjects range from butterflies and dragonflies to sea creatures and wildlife from across the globe.
His work is character-driven, painting not just how something looks, but how it feels. A bright orange sun or a figure lost in indigo twilight might anchor the scene—but emotion is what guides the brush. Each piece begins on watercolor paper, and once completed, is mounted to a custom wood panel and sealed with archival beeswax resin. The result is a glass-free, tactile surface that deepens the viewer’s connection with the work.
Whether grounded in quiet solitude or alive with motion, Freischlag’s paintings are driven by a desire to tell honest, joyful stories in color—and to offer collectors original works that feel personal, vibrant, and deeply alive.