The Life and Art of Duane Armstrong
Duane Albert Armstrong is an American painter born in Fresno, California. Raised near San Luis Obispo, California, his journey into the world of art began in childhood when his foster mother taught him how to paint. He is best known for his oil on canvas paintings, particularly his "Fields of Grass" series. These works depict California landscapes and are characterized by a unique detail: the inclusion of a small ladybug near the bottom of some or all the paintings in the series. This signature element reportedly began after a customer requested the addition of a ladybug following seeing one in another painting.
Throughout his career, Armstrong has produced over 7,000 paintings. His prolific output includes more than 185 works that have been in print through various publishers and art companies, such as:
Exhibitions and Collections
The work of Duane Armstrong has been featured in numerous exhibitions across California and beyond. His art has been showcased in various galleries, including the A.D.I. Gallery in San Francisco, the Art About Gallery in Capitola, and the Bridgeway Gallery in Sausalito. His reach extended to locations such as the M.G.M. Grand Hotel Gallery in Reno, Nevada, and the Margaret Keene Gallery in Honolulu, Hawaii.
His paintings are held in several notable collections and institutions, including:
