1990s Roger Mason – “Girl Looking at Ferris Wheel” (1990) | Oil on Canvas, 33″ × 30″, Framed

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Oil painting by Roger Mason (b. 1950), a celebrated American painter known for capturing memory, light, and narrative through vibrant … Read more Oil painting by Roger Mason (b. 1950), a celebrated American painter known for capturing memory, light, and narrative through vibrant color and dramatic composition.

Titled “Girl & Ferris Wheel”, this 1990 oil on canvas features a silhouetted young woman seated on the back of a vintage car at dusk, gazing toward a glowing Ferris wheel under a moonlit sky. A carousel spins in the background, casting reflections across the pavement, evoking themes of nostalgia, youth, and quiet contemplation.

Mason’s brushwork conveys emotion through light and shadow, with bold color juxtapositions and a subtle play between realism and abstraction. This piece is signature of Mason’s visual storytelling, rooted in cultural reflection and painterly exploration.

Artist: Roger Mason (American, b. 1950)
Title: Girl & Ferris Wheel
Date: 1990
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 33″ W × 30″ H (framed)
Framed: Yes – modern brushed silver frame
Condition: Very good vintage condition; ready to hang
Signed: Lower left (“Mason 1990”)
Provenance: From a private collection

Roger Mason is a New York–trained painter (Pratt Institute) and longtime Telluride, Colorado resident. Revered for his cinematic landscapes and bold urban scenes, Mason bridges realism and abstract expression, often working en plein air. His work has been featured in regional galleries, private collections, and publications celebrating the creative legacy of the American West. See less