Charles M. Russell, Great Falls Montana

CM Russell, in my opinion, was one of the best artists for showing the old west and the Indians.  The tour of his home and studio was very interesting and I was lucky enough to be there during the heritage celebration.  We even had live country music entertainment on the grounds. 

Of course a photo of his art work does not do it justice, sorry, but enjoy anyway.

These are Russell's boots and hat and scarf.

Deep in thought over his painting.

His favorites subjects to paint were the Indians.

This is his studio.

His supplies and the area he painted in.

This is his some of his paint and brushes.

Nancy, his beautiful wife whom he had a son with.

CM Russell, the man himself in his younger years.

Nancy got tired of friends and the curious invading their privacy, so this home was built next to the studio.

CM Russell's desire to be taken to his grave with this horse drawn carriage was arranged by his wife Nancy.  He was dying from heart complications but was able to plan his burial.  He died in 1926 and his burial site is in a small cemetery south of town.

This is the actual wagon.