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Steven Saylor established Evergreen Studio in 1978. The studio is housed in a historic wood baggage car. Steven Saylor - holds a B.F.A. & M.A.

Visitors can browse a selection of fine art and gifts and interact with the animals. from Kent State University. He has worked for advertising agencies in Akron, New York, and Reno, holding positions as Art Director and Television Director from 1968 to 1974. As a fine artist, his paintings can be viewed at evergreenstudio.com. He is a member of the Society of Illustrators, American Portrait Societ

y, and was a founding member of the Board of Trustees of the Foundation for the American Western Art and Cultural Exchange. Steven also was a working cowboy from 1974-1982 in the Dayton Valley. First working for Tennessee Ernie Ford’s Allran Ranch and then with the Rolling A Ranch. His work in academia includes instructing classes at Kent State University and the University of Nevada System / Western Nevada College. In 1986, Steven was awarded instructor of the year at Western Nevada Community College. In 2017, Steven was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from Kent State University. Currently, he is an adjunct Professor teaching art at Western Nevada College. Executive Director of the Comstock Foundation since December 2017, he has been successful in improving our community outreach, membership, lecture series, special event production, volunteer engagement, donations, supporters, and more. Under his guidance, the Comstock Foundation won the Northern Nevada Development Authority’s Pioneer/Boundary Peak Award as best nonprofit in 2018. Second Vice President of the Nevada Museums Association. Awarded Virginia City Businessperson of the Year 2020-2021 by national organization Alignable.

04/28/2026

“Victory Train”

This image, drawn from my archived paintings, reveals a glazed watercolor in progress. You can see pigment being worked into the outer margins—areas that are ultimately concealed beneath the mat when the piece is framed.

In my glazing process, each layer is built gradually, often extending beyond the visible image. These hidden passages are part of the painting’s evolution—evidence of the hand at work, and of decisions made along the way. Though they disappear in the final presentation, they remain essential to the structure, depth, and luminosity of the finished piece.

Giclée Print
Image size: 36" × 20½"
Edition: 260 signed & numbered prints, 24 remarqued artist proofs

Victory Train was created as a special commission to raise funds for the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad, famed for its operation of the bullet-shaped McKeen Motorcar. Though many McKeen cars were built in the early 20th century, only a few survive today—one of which has been painstakingly restored by the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City.

The scene captures a jubilant moment at the end of World War II. The station platform is alive with celebration as families, servicemen, and townsfolk gather in a shared wave of relief and hope. Flags fly, embraces abound, and the air hums with the promise of peace restored.

Among the assembled crowd are a remarkable number of notable figures, portrayed as part of this historic convergence:
Hal Holbrook, Patricia Hitchcock, Paul Revere, Tony Curtis, Doug Clifford, Stu Cook, former Nevada Governor Kenny Guinn, Toni Tennille, Daryl Dragon, Dean Stockwell, Lacy J Dalton, Juice Newton, Kevin Cadogan, Janie Fricke, and many others—each woven naturally into the fabric of the celebration.

Victory Train stands as both a tribute to American railroading heritage and a cinematic snapshot of unity, gratitude, and optimism at one of history’s most meaningful turning points.

03/19/2026

“BONANZA”

Giclée print
Image size: 12" × 17-3/4"
Edition: 25 remarqued artist proofs - $350.00

This exceptional Limited Edition print invites collectors into the iconic world of Bonanza with a richly detailed scene set inside the legendary Bucket of Blood Saloon—one of the series’ most recognizable and frequently featured locations. Gathered within this nostalgic composition are beloved characters Ben Cartwright, Little Joe, Adam, Hoss, Sheriff Roy Coffee, Candy, and Hop Sing, making this a remarkable tribute to one of television’s most enduring Western classics.

Created especially with the serious collector in mind, this artwork offers far more than visual appeal. It commemorates a groundbreaking television series that stood apart from other Westerns of its time by emphasizing family, justice, and community. Bonanza was the first weekly television series centered on family life, and its stories brought unusual depth and humanity to the genre—qualities that continue to resonate with generations of admirers.

For collectors of Western Americana, television history, and Bonanza memorabilia, this print represents a rare opportunity to own a piece that captures both the spirit and significance of the series. Warm, familiar, and historically evocative, it is destined to become a standout centerpiece in any fine collection of Western art or entertainment memorabilia.

02/22/2026

"CROSSIN THE CARSON"

Lithographic Print
Image size: 6.75" × 10"
Edition: 500 signed and numbered / 25 remarqued artist proofs

This crisp winter morning unfolded on the Rolling A Ranch, when the world seemed hushed under a blanket of snow. The rider is ranch manager Don Jackson, accompanied by his loyal dog, Fatso, as they make their way across the icy waters of the Carson River to check on the cattle waiting on the far bank. In the distance, the ranch house rests quietly against the pale horizon, a familiar anchor in an otherwise stark and frozen landscape.

The cold blue tones of the sky spill into the river and reflect across the snow, giving the entire scene a sharp, biting clarity—you can almost feel the sting of the air in your lungs and the crunch of frozen ground beneath a horse’s hooves. It was important to me that the viewer sense that “nip in the air,” that moment when winter fully asserts itself and the work still must be done.

This painting is also deeply personal. I worked for Don for eight years, and during that time he became my greatest teacher. From him, I learned most of what I know about horses, cattle, and the quiet discipline of ranch life. This image is not just a winter crossing—it is a tribute to the lessons learned, the trust built, and the enduring bond between a rancher, his horse, and his dog on a cold Nevada morning.

01/13/2026

"REDEYE EXPRESS"
Lithograph print
Image size: 8" × 22"
Edition: 500 signed and numbered · 25 remarqued artist proofs

The Redeye Express was born from the image of a hard-ridden brotherhood of cowboys—dust-caked, travel-worn, and hollow-eyed—finally rolling into town after months on the trail. Their pockets sagged with hard-earned pay, their throats were dry as alkali, and there was only one destination that mattered: the nearest saloon.

For the photo shoot, I gathered a spirited crew of local cowboys and friends at the legendary End of the Trail Saloon. The room quickly filled with laughter, clinking mugs, and the unmistakable electricity that comes when trail dust meets whiskey. Over the course of three lively hours, the bar witnessed an unforgettable tally—287 mugs of beer drained and 96 shots of whiskey raised in salute to friendship, fatigue, and the long road behind them.

The saloon itself became a character in the story. Its walls were lined with the visual history of American art, featuring works by Frederic Re*****on, John Singer Sargent, Thomas Eakins, Charles M. Russell, and George Bellows—each painting echoing the grit, bravado, and humanity of the West.

The Redeye Express captures that fleeting moment when exhaustion gives way to relief, when the trail ends at a polished bar top, and when stories—half true, half myth—begin their journey into legend.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year 2026! 🎉

From all of us rescued animals here at Triple S Ranch, we send you our warmest wishes for a joyful, healthy, and peaceful New Year. Thank you for your kindness, your compassion, and for believing in second chances. Because of you, our days are filled with safety, friendship, full bellies, and open skies.

May 2026 bring you hope, laughter, and new beginnings—just like the ones you’ve given us.

With love, hoofbeats, whiskers, and grateful hearts,
The Rescued Animals of Triple S Ranch 🐴🐾💛

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas everyone. Have a joyous holiday.

12/19/2025

“Gunfighters at the Mark Twain Saloon”

Image size: 19-1/4" x 13-3/4"
Remarqued Artist Proofs

A spectacular gathering of legends—captured in one unforgettable image.

Step through the swinging doors of the Mark Twain Saloon and into a moment that never happened… but absolutely should have. This exclusive limited edition print brings together the most iconic gunfighters, lawmen, outlaws, and sharpshooters of the American West—assembled for the first time in a single dramatic scene.

Imagine Annie Oakley’s calm precision, Buffalo Bill’s showman’s charm, Wild Bill Hickok’s piercing stare, and the cold steel confidence of notorious figures like Butch Cassidy, the Sundance Kid, Jesse James, Clay Allison, Billy the Kid, and John Wesley Hardin. Standing beside them are the legends of law and order—Wyatt Earp, Morgan Earp, Virgil Earp, Doc Holliday, and Bat Masterson—anchoring the scene with grit, style, and frontier bravado.

Every face tells a story. Every detail pays tribute to the myth, mystery, and raw power of the Old West. This print is more than art—it's a gathering of giants, a visual salute to the men and women who shaped America’s most storied frontier.

Produced in a limited edition, each print is individually numbered, making it a collectible centerpiece for Western enthusiasts, history lovers, and art collectors alike. Whether displayed in a home, office, gallery, saloon, or museum, this piece commands attention and sparks conversation.

Claim your place in history.
Own “Gunfighters at the Mark Twain Saloon” and bring the spirit, swagger, and legends of the Old West into your world.

12/02/2025

"Headed for Home"

Giclee print

Image 8" x10" - Edition 50 prints signed and numbered, 15 remarqued artist proofs.

"Christmas and Carol" is a children's book that tells the story of Carol, a mother hen who has just hatched her baby chick in one of the ranch's stalls. As the winter season approaches, Carol is shown navigating through the ranch in search of safety and shelter in the hen house located on the hill. The book features visually appealing illustrations that capture the essence of Carol's journey and the challenges she faces along the way.

11/17/2025

“The Singing Wire”

Lithograph print
Image size: 8" x 10" - Edition: 500 signed and numbered, 25 remarqued artist proof.

This is a description of a scene from one of the annual Allran Ranch cattle drives. It was a cold morning in late October, and I was riding at the back of the group. We were moving the cattle along the phone lines during this part of the drive. As the sun started to rise and touch the phone lines, lighting them up, the cattle and drovers in front of me ran across an alkaline flat. A tremendous explosion of dust began drifting into the morning light, tumbling slowly back on itself, with a few stars still shining brightly in the sky.

09/24/2025

"The Nesting"

Giclee Print
Image 8" x 10" - Edition 200 signed and numbered prints, 15 remarqued artist proofs.

"I just wanted to bring to your attention the beautiful illustration from our children's book, ' Christmas and Carol.' The picture depicts our beloved hen, Carol, nesting peacefully in the stall room, while some of the rescued animals are taking refuge from the winter storm. It's heartwarming to see how each animal finds comfort and safety in one another's company, and I believe this illustration perfectly captures that sentiment."

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400 Main Street
Dayton, NV
89403

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Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 6pm
Sunday	9am - 6pm

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+17752460659

Website

http://evergreenstudio.com/

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