Larry's canvases shine with the purity of the nature of his subjects. Whether in the eyes of the wolf, the tender bond of a mare and her foal or the stunning command of the great beasts of the African plains, his painting reflect the beauty and significance of all living things and a clear appreciation for the splendor of life.

From high atop a mountain peak in Colorado, artist Larry Fanning paints beautiful images, covering a myriad of western and wildlife subjects, including scenes of cowboys living on the American frontier and Native American culture. Larry is also recognized for his renderings of gray wolves, elk, moose, deer, and exotic wild animals, as well as portraits. A self taught artist, he has won numerous awards, and his work has been displayed at prestigious art shows throughout the United States.

Larry was born in Kansas in 1938, and attended Kansas State University. He pursued a variety of interests, including being a radio talk show host, an ordained minister, and a motivational lecturer. He has always been interested in art and began his art career as a commercial artist for the Boeing Company. At the age of 50, he made the step to strictly a fine-art career, painting for exclusive galleries and private collectors.

Larry’s canvasses shine with the purity of the nature of his subjects. Whether in the gaze of a trail boss, an Indian’s somber pose, the eyes of a wolf, the tender bond of a mare and her foal, or the stunning command of the great beasts of the African plains, his paintings reflect the beauty and significance of all living things and a clear appreciation for the splendor of life.

This is a beautiful piece of art, valued at hundreds of dollars. It will brighten any wall, and be a conversational piece for all who view it!

Pendleton Blanket ~ 'Shared Spirits,' from The Kalispel Indian Tribe and Northern Quest Resort & Casino

A Pendleton Legendary Blanket that celebrates the commonalities shared by diverse yet unified Native American cultures. The design incorporates imagery that is universal among the tribes, rather than symbols specific to one tribe or region.

For a century, Pendelton Woolen Mills has woven the legends and symbols of Native American tribes into beautiful blankets. Native Americans were their first and remain their most loyal customers. In the early 20th century, Pendleton was among the few American mills making blankets specifically for the Indian trade. A Pendleton blanket continues to signify honor and respect. For a hundred years, Native Americans have acknowledged births, deaths and major milestones and accomplishments with the gift of a Pendleton blanket. Shared Spirits celebrates the commonalities of these diverse yet unified cultures Pendleton's lasting relationships with them.

This brilliantly colored design incorporates imagery that is universal among the tribes rather than symbols specific to one tribe or region. The sun, moon, stars and rain clouds represent an honored relationship with the spiritual world of the cosmos. Native American reverence for the natural world is represented by both flora- corn, squash, beans and tobacco - and fauna - buffalo, bear, elk and eagle. The dynamic central image is a sacred circle filled with a cross, a universal symbol of the origin of humankind and the four directions that guide us on our journey through life.

82% pure virgin wool/ 18% cotton. Made in the USA! Dry clean only.

This blanket is a full size 64" x 80" (for a Twin or Double bed)