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New Mexico’s Man of Steel By: Michael Gardner Growing up in small-town Jal, New Mexico, made choosing ENMU effortless for Brian Norwood (BS 79). The modest, provincial feel of Portales was comforting and familiar … and his brother, Reed Norwood (Attended), who was already attending Eastern, could show him the ropes. Brian spent most of his time on campus at the KENW-TV station while pursuing a degree in communication and a minor in art. He planned to work in television, but it didn’t take long for Brian to realize that art was his true calling. A talented painter and sculptor, Brian is best known for his monumental metal silhouettes named “The Trail Ahead …” near
“ENMU provided me with a well-rounded education and great
Jal. This depiction of a cattle drive includes 17 figures of cattle
instructors,” Brian said. “I learned a great deal about art, and my
and mounted cowboys created from steel plate. It stretches for
communication instructors taught me how to get my message
400 feet, with cowboys reaching over 20 feet tall. The sculpture
out. The many lessons I learned at Eastern have provided
has appeared in New Mexico Magazine and a variety of other
guidance throughout my life, and I always tell students to pay
publications throughout the country.
attention to those who are trying to teach them.”
Brian’s metal sculptures are recognized throughout the state,
During one of his drawing classes, ENMU Professor of Art Dale
including “Fortress on the Plains” in Hobbs, which is a life-
Hamlett recommended that Brian take a welding class in case
size representation of a B-17 bomber. The history enthusiast
he was ever interested in metal sculpting. Young Brian ignored
explained, “The B-17 is a great example of attempting to make
that advice, and now, many years later, regrets that decision.
people more aware of our local history. Most of the people in
Although he does all the design work and cuts out his large-
Hobbs were unaware of the importance and impact of the Hobbs
scale silhouettes, he requires the services of qualified welders to
Army Air Field training base during World War II.”
assemble his giant creations.
In regard to his own history, Brian is well aware that his time at
“I consider myself primarily a painter, though in recent years
ENMU helped prepare him for a successful career.
painting has taken a back seat to the metal sculptures,” Brian
Pictured below: “The Trail Ahead ...” is perhaps artist Brian Norwood’s most recognizable piece. It features a group of 17 steel cattle and cowboys standing over 20 feet tall.
acknowledged. “I don’t make a ton of money, but I enjoy making art very much. And I feel very fortunate for that.” To learn more, visit BrianNorwoodArt.com.
