James Bama: Personal Works
Born in 1926, James Bama has led a long and varied art career. He had a 15-year relationship at the Charles E. Cooper Studios. As a freelancer, he produced art for the Baseball Hall of Fame, New York Giants, and U.S. Air Force. Bama's second career as a fine artist began in the mid-60s. During this time he progressed from an illustration career to more personal works, inspired by the environment of his new home. Contemporary Western and Native American subjects dominated much of his time. His peers and fans alike have heralded his realistic approach to the traditional and modern west.JOHN FLESKES is the president and publisher of Flesk Publications. Previous books he has written, edited and designed include Steve Rude: Artist in Motion, Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen, James Bama Sketchbook, Flesk Prime, Joseph Clement Coll: The Art of Adventure and A Legacy in Line, and the upcoming title, James Bama: Personal Works. Fleskes serves on the Advisory Board for "Spectrum: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art.”