Teal Blake is a renowned Western artist whose paintings reflect his deep love and appreciation for the tradition of ranching and cowboying. Teal was born and raised in Montana, and he’s spent most of his life entrenched in the worlds of horses, cattle, and ranch life. He’s worked as a professional bull rider, ranch hand, and ranch manager, but at his core, he’s always been an artist. In 2014, Teal was invited to join the Cowboy Artists of America, a legendary organization with a membership that includes many of the West’s most well-known and highly respected painters and sculptors. Teal and his art also have a long history with Ranchlands– he’s attended Ranchlands artist gatherings, and he recently created the artwork for the Ranchlands Collective logo.  Teal is a wonderful storyteller, so we know you’ll enjoy this episode. Ed and Teal discussed his upbringing in Montana and the unique mix of art and cowboy culture that shaped his life. They talk about his time as a pro bull rider, his work on many ranches throughout the West, and why he feels that humility is one of the most important characteristics. They also chat about Teal’s need to get out of the studio and onto the land, the importance of friendships with other artists, the need for full commitment to art, and how putting creative work into the world attracts like-minded creative people. See Teal Blake’s work and connect with him on Instagram Learn more about the Ranchlands Collective