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Painter Robert Hurst is one of the top sports artists in the country. In addition to his sports themed artwork he creates vibrant music and western themed paintings. He also has a critter themed collection that has received wide acclaim. Working with acrylic paints, Robert is able to create a feeling of dynamic movement. Using gestural sweeps of vibrant color he captures the essence of the people and subjects he commits to canvas. Robert’s art education began at Stephen F. Austin University and North Harris County College in Texas, where he studied medical illustration (1978-1982). In 1983 he studied painting at...

Below are artist Robert Hurst's official associations   Associations Title and Dates Description Official Artist Texas Sports Hall of Fame 1997 - Current Each year limited edition prints are made from paintings Robert creates to honor the the Texas Sports Hall of Fame inductees. Then the framed number one prints are presented by Robert to each inductee at the induction banquet. This is a fundraiser for the museum tshof.org Official Artist National College Baseball Hall of Fame 2006 - Current Each year Robert paints the inductee’s official portraits then limited edition prints are made of the paintings. The inductees sign the prints, which...