McGaw Graphics - Heritage Collection 2023

The Heritage Collection

The 2023 McGaw Graphics Heritage Collection includes nearly 200 images that illustrate what is cherished and handed down from the past, and those simple, familiar things that we treasure.

In this collection, “heritage” is represented by the simple pleasures of small town life. We curated artworks that best capture historic scenes and portraits, weathered barns, cozy homesteads, and families creating precious memories.

The Heritage Collection celebrates the best of the past: home, family, community, and tradition. These heartwarming images provide an escape from the stresses of modern life through picturesque rural landscapes and uplifting figurative images. Throughout this collection, slow living is prioritized over a fast-paced life, and screen time is replaced by time spent surrounded by family and nature.

With over 120 brand new images, this collection proudly introduces the work of 7 new artists: Mark Arian , Derk Hansen , Michael Iacobellis , Krista Mosakowski , Tom Sierak , Wayne Stadler, and Fred Swan .

This collection is a sampling of imagery we have available in this genre. Visit mcgawgraphics.com to view additional works by included artists and our entire print collection.

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S3513 Tom Sierak

12x9 to 64x48

Introducing: Mark Arian

American born master artist Mark Arian first became aware of the transcendent power of art at age 14 while viewing an original Rembrandt painting. At age twenty-one he made a commitment to live the spiritual life of a monk and for the next eighteen years his artistic endeavors were nurtured by his spiritual order, as he was given abundant opportunities for advanced study and worldwide travel while devoting many hours a day to painting. His original oil paintings and drawings, which the artist refers to as Poetic Realism, are the product of heartfelt passion, and more than fifty years of study and observation.

“To me, art is an expression of the rapture of being, unveiling a fragment of the radiance within all form. I believe that art can awaken the soul...to the timeless presence of beauty and truth”

Mark Arian

Introducing: Tom Sierak

“Painting tomorrow’s memories today” is how Tom Sierak likes to describe his pastel paintings.  He says, “I try to convey a message of warmth and emotion, and hope these portraits of American life eventually become the viewer’s window to the past.” The New Englander’s medium of choice is pastels. A Graduate of the Vesper George School in Boston, Tom’s work is published worldwide and has appeared on numerous covers of magazines and many other publications.

“People often talk about the ‘good old days’ and how nice it would be to return to them but I believe the times we’re living now are the good ol’ days of tomorrow. Places and things may change around us, but that special bond that exists between children, parents, grandparents and even pets, never does.”

Introducing: Fred Swan

Fred Swan’s love of the rural American countryside is evident in the simple and serene paintings he creates. Residing in a small Vermont town, Fred is inspired daily by the wild and rustic beauty that surrounds him. Whether it is the warm glowing windows of a winter home, a delicate maple leaf, or a sea of dandelions in a spring meadow, Fred Swan paints each detail with a patient hand and an eye for realism that few artists possess. In Fred’s paintings you can almost smell the sweet roses of his cottage gardens, hear the crackle of fallen leaves, and taste the hot cocoa awaiting his homeward bound winter skiers.

Introducing: Derk Hansen

Artist Derk Hansen has managed to stay elusive to the public and the mainstream art world. A cattle drive, working young horses in the round pen or hanging out with his cowboy friends playing his guitar, is more his style. Hansen is an adventurer and a dreamer, always off on some new adventure, looking for subjects and places to paint. He shares his experiences with us through his artwork, so vividly, that we feel that we are there too. He has received numerous awards and recognitions for his work as an artist and a humanitarian, but Hansen will say “Those are only things you set on a shelf or decorate your walls with. What counts is that people like your work and it will give them a good feeling looking at what you created as an artist. That, my friend, is the greatest reward any man can get.”

Introducing: Wayne Stadler

Wayne Stadler, originally from Vancouver and Calgary, Canada, is a nostalgic photographer on an endless North American road trip in search of untold stories from the past. Through his lens, he brings forgotten tales to life, blending sorrowful narratives with triumphant journeys. Stadler briefly connects with his subjects, capturing their enduring beauty. While landscapes inspire him, he embraces the illusion of being the first witness to nature’s splendor, allowing his imagination to create unique visual narratives.

“By capturing the subjects in my photos, I briefly share a breath with them, revealing the enduring beauty that exists within their fleeting existence.”

Wayne

Cabin Atop the Snowy Ridge III

Solitude

Civil Twilight R3124 Ju Riker 8x12 to 36x54

Mimicry R3126 Ju Riker 5x9 to 32.5x58.5

“I strive to make my photographs look painterly, otherworldly, and above all, romantic.”

Dawne Polis

Introducing: Krista Mosakowski

Photographer Krista Mosakowski traveled from the East Coast to Arizona in 2017 to pursue an automotive career. After meeting her husband, she was able to fully dive into her creative passions. In addition to her photography, Mosakowski enjoys hiking, painting and cooking. While still photographing landscapes and cacti in her down time, most of her days are filled with caring for her new family members, a rescued horse and mule.

“‘Leave it better than you found it’.”

Krista Mosakowski

Golden Wheat

M3637 Krista Mosakowski

8x12 to 44x66

M3624 Krista Mosakowski

8x12 to 44x66

M3625 Krista Mosakowski

8x12 to 44x66

Windmill on Farm

M3629 Krista Mosakowski

8x12 to 36x54

M3626 Krista Mosakowski

9x12 to 36x48

M3636 Krista Mosakowski

8x12 to 36x54

Introducing: Michael Iacobellis

Michael is an avid photographer whose primary focus is on capturing land and seascape images. His photographic subjects also include historic and vintage scenes that invoke a sense of retrospection. Michael’s images have been exhibited in various solo and group exhibits. He has received many awards for his work including an Award of Excellence given by an art critic for The New York Times. About his work he says “my intention is to transport the viewer into a world of quiet reflection ”.

Vintage Bicycles

Barn and Motorcycle

Z273 Zhen-Huan Lu

12x9 up to 48x36

Front Porch

M3185 Orah Moore

8x12 to 16x24

Laughing

M3193 Orah Moore

8x12 to 16x24

Chair Family with Flag

Z187 Zhen-Huan Lu

7.5x12 to 35x56

Fourth of July

Z168 Zhen-Huan Lu

9x12 to 48x64

Barn with Piglet

Z274 Zhen-Huan Lu

8x12 to 44x66

“As Edward Hopper famously said, “what I wanted to do was to paint sunlight on the side of a house.” I often feel like this about farm animals. Nothing makes me happier than stumbling upon a well-lit cow in a field.”

Muzzle Nuzzle

K1292 Rita Kirkman

10x10 to 52x52

Snow Cover

H3286 Ray Hendershot

7x12 to 42x72

Evening Chores

H1365 Ray Hendershot

4.5x12 to 18x48

Tollgate

H1404 Ray Hendershot

4x12 to 28x84

“My world is of a simpler life in a simpler time, far removed from the difficulties and complications of today. It speaks of values and dedication to a life of honest, wholesome living.” *

Ray Hendershot

Another Winter

H3278 Ray Hendershot

7.5x12.5 to 42x70

Home for Christmas

H3280 Ray Hendershot

12x9 to 64x48

Rust Moon

H1358 Bradley Hendershot

10x8 to 60x48

Moonglow

H3283 Ray Hendershot

5x9 to 32.5x58.5

New Moon

H1101 Ray Hendershot

7x12 to 28x48

A Cold Night

H1406 Ray Hendershot

5x12.5 to 10x24

H1184 Ray Hendershot

10x12 to 50x60

H879 Ray Hendershot

Mill Moon

H1410 Ray Hendershot

4x12 to 12x36

“I have lived in the mountains and the desert. There the landscape exposed itself to me. The Midwest is different. The landscape has to be found. Once I took the time to really look and work at finding the hidden gems it made me a better photographer. The Midwest does not hand its self over easily. You have to be committed to connecting with it.”

“In my images of the Western way of life, I do my best to capture the courageous spirit that IS our Heritage. My subjects aren’t always the same, but the theme never changes – and always I am inspired by this simple truth: We Americans are a people whose steadfast determination keeps us in the saddle, riding in hope toward the next grand adventure.”

Barry Hart

Sizing & Substrate Information Paper, Giclée, & Unstretched Canvas Prints

For over four decades, McGaw Graphics has been the premier publisher of posters and prints. Working with over 300 artists and agencies and with over 10,000 images available, McGaw is the source for top art at affordable prices.

All prints are produced in the USA using very high resolution printers creating a museum-quality, continuous tone print.

Sizing Options

Many images are available in up to 9 sizes ranging from petite (11x14) to billboard (48x60). You can view all of the specific image and finished paper sizes on our website along with the corresponding retail price. Wholesale customers will receive the same discount for all products, sizes, and substrates, noting that some products have maximum allowed discounts. Custom sizing may be available upon request.

Substrates

Most images are available on all 3 substrates (poster paper, giclée paper, and canvas). See mcgawgraphics.com to view available substrates for specific images.

Poster Paper

McGaw’s standard poster paper is a high quality 230 gsm smooth matte poster paper. Prints on poster paper include a 1” border around the image and are shipped rolled in a tube. This paper stock is perfect for both paintings and photographs.

Giclée Paper

McGaw’s premium fine art paper is an acid free, archival textured 245 gsm giclée paper, printed with 100 year archival light-fast inks. Giclée paper prints include a 2” border around the image and are shipped rolled in a tube. This paper is similar to a traditional artist’s watercolor paper and produces a very vibrant print.

Unstretched Canvas

McGaw’s premium artist canvas is a 20 mil (400gsm) bright white cotton/ poly blend with a satin finish and a 2-over 1 weave which is highly durable, waterproof, and scratch resistant. Canvas is printed with water resistant solvent inks that are vibrant with dense blacks and bright whites. Canvas prints include a 2” border around the image and are shipped rolled in a tube. Specifically designed for the home decor market, this superior canvas delivers exceptional print quality and ease of stretching.