A Conversation Under the Stars 2015

"A Conversation Under the Stars" is a 2015 painting by contemporary American artist Mark Maggiori, b. 1977. The artwork depicts two cowboys on horseback in a desert landscape. The cowboys appear to be in conversation, with the imposing Monument Valley buttes in the background. The scene is illuminated by a large, dramatic cloud that is lit from below by a full moon, creating a surreal and ethereal atmosphere. This piece is a powerful example of Maggiori's ability to capture the beauty and mystery of the American West.