Shane and Barbee Beer -The Art and the Stories

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Hey Ya’ll, welcome to the latest episode of A Texas Girl Talks!  

My guests today are R Shane and Barbee Beer, a couple whose lives have been cast by western culture and Shane’s Native American heritage. Sculpted by grit and dreams, horses, cattle and art, their path meandered across New Mexico and Texas, eventually culminating in a quiet and reclusive life on their ranch outside of Hico where Shane writes and creates art in between tending to the demands of ranch life in Texas. 

Half Native American and all cowboy, Shane's heritage is evidenced in his artwork and the books he has written. He began his artistic career more than fifty years ago and his bronzes and story papers are reflective of the narratives he has written. He also hand crafts beautiful silver beads, buckles, and other unique items.

Barbee is a tiny woman with a long red braid who can outwork most men I know. She spends her days working with the horses and cattle and making sure the genetic lines they have developed over the years stay true.  Sometimes you can find her running a piece of heavy equipment while clearing the land of cedar and prickly pear. She is Shane’s greatest encourager and inspiration when it comes to his writing and art.

I met the Beers a couple of years ago, when Shane decided it was time to immortalize his stories in audible format. I’m sure glad he did, because that's how I entered into the Children of the Horns cast of characters as the voice of Sairy.  Children of the Horns is a book series that follows the life of young Mr. Davis and his family, and Sairy, the girl that lives on the adjacent ranch and becomes the audience for his stories when they meet up on the 30 mile fence that divides their worlds.

Shane's work is inspired by nature's stillness and his Native American heritage. He believes that art and creativity are essential to our lives, and he's passionate about sharing his work with the world.

"My artistic career began in 1969. I had instruction and direction from Native American Potter, Dawna Gatewood, and Native American Silversmith, Clarence Sousa. Through their ancient eyes and those of my family I called the “brown people”, I inherited a unique perspective on life and the experiences to come. This unique perspective enabled me to capture the essence of the land and my people’s culture in artwork. My artwork reflects my experiences and people’s culture. My pieces are inspired by the land, my people’s history and my own journey."
- R Shane Beer

To learn more about Shane and Barbee Beer and to view and purchase his artwork and the Children of the Horns audiobooks, visit:
https://rsbeerart.com/

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