Stephen Winters (b. 1982) is a painter and sculptor based in Bakersfield, California. Living close to the Kern River on Okihi, Winters is interested in our symbiotic relationship with nature. Whether through pastoral, figurative paintings, gestural drawings, or non-objective metal sculptures that suggest the peaks and valleys of a mountain range, his work reflects his passion for the environment. Through each medium, Winters invites us to delve into the profound interconnectedness of all living beings. 

Winters received his BFA from the School at the Art Institute of Chicago in 2007, where he studied painting and sculpture. While working in Chicago, Winters was an apprentice to sculptor Evan Lewis in 2010 and artist/designer Brian Kerrigan in 2012. In 2009, Winters's work was featured at Lollapalooza. Winters is crucial in leading the White Wolf Wellness Foundation at Okihi. This non-profit organization provides yoga, meditation, sound baths, outdoor recreation, and educational classes for the Bakersfield community. In 2022, Winters was awarded a California Arts Council Grant for a public installation on the property. 

Current Exhibitions:

Dreaming of Okihi

https://www.galleryram.com/stephenwinters

In Dreaming of Okihi, Winters’ paintings and drawings depict horses, sheep, goats, chickens, and roosters, highlighting their vital role in the Okihi land restoration project. These animals act as intermediaries between humans and the natural world, emphasizing the inherent bond between mankind and nature. Each artwork tells a distinct story about Winters' relationship with this animal family, offering abstract insights into living more intuitively.

Gallery RAM 

614 Kentucky Street
Bakersfield, California 93305

Phone: 661-348-4496

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