Storytelling and making his mark
Chris Hunt is a nationally acclaimed artist renowned for his mastery in charcoal drawing and bronze sculpture. His work is celebrated for its striking realism, capturing the essence of both historical and contemporary figures with unparalleled detail and emotional depth. Whether portraying the rugged spirit of the American West, the elegance of classical forms, or the complexity of modern-day subjects, Chris’s art consistently evokes powerful narratives and rich storytelling.
His ability to convey emotion and drama has made him a sought-after artist among private collectors, corporate clients, and even heads of state. His portfolio, available here, showcases a diverse range of works, each one a testament to his exceptional skill and artistic vision.
Beyond his public works, Chris is also dedicated to private commissions, collaborating closely with clients — whether individuals, businesses, or institutions — to bring personalized concepts to life. If you are interested in commissioning a piece, Chris welcomes the opportunity to discuss your vision, guide you through the creative process, and help turn your idea into a timeless work of art.
Bio
Chris Hunt has a breathtaking flair for capturing and evoking emotion in every work, ranging from the noble and striking Native American, the historic Vaquero to the hard working American Cowboy. Chris’s work has been sought after by individual collectors, corporate installations, TV personalities and even heads of state. He has won several Best of Show awards, People’s Choice awards and several Best Sculpture awards in shows and museums. He's represented by Legacy Gallery and Manitou Galleries. He also has been featured in magazine publications such as Art of the West, Cowboys & Indians, Western Art Collector, a feature publication for NSide Texas and the SHOUTOUT HTX Publication. He has also shown in Prestigious Museum Shows such as the Briscoe Museum’s Night of Artists, the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum’s Small Works, Great Wonders and the Gilcrease Museum’s Collector’s Reserve.
Chris grew up in Texas with a pencil and paper always in reach, drawing whatever subject inspired him, but his true inspiration came after he joined the United States Air Force and toured Europe. He found himself on the streets of Paris, France and eventually the halls of the Louvre Museum. The paintings, drawings and sculptures that filled the Louvre were so awe inspiring. So much so that when he was on leave, instead of coming back to the states, he stayed overseas and visited as many museums, galleries and artist studios as he possibly could with pencil in hand. He spent many hours drawing the Masters that filled the Museums and streets of Paris, Florence and Rome, and overtime became drawn to the drawings and paintings of Davinci, Albrecht Dürer, Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Edgar Degas , sculptures of Michelangelo, Bernini, Antonio Canova, and August Rodin, just to name a few.
After returning from his tours in the Air Force, Chris visited museum’s in Texas and discovered the sculptures, painting and works on paper by Frederic Remington and Charles Russell, which inspired him, so he quickly transposed the inspiration he brought home from Europe into Western Art. Like everything in his life, he threw all of his heart and soul into sculpting and drawing, spending years in the tireless study of past and present Masters, spending time in other artist studios and endless hours in his own studio to find his true voice in Western Art.