Original Paintings by Caya Crum

Banana Bandits — $3,700

Acrylic painting on canvas — 36 x 48 inches — Summer 2026

Both cowboys stand ready to fend off any oncoming threats — except in this case, each hand holds a slightly ripe banana. By replacing guns with bananas, this painting playfully undermines traditional ideas of masculinity, conflict, and cowboy mythology, inviting viewers to find both humor and tenderness in this summer scene.

Thank You For Shopping — $1,200

Acrylic paint and oil on canvas — 30 x 48 inches — Spring 2026

A solitary figure stands in the fluorescent glow of a grocery store aisle, wrapped in an oversized leopard-print coat, she appears suspended between memory and the routines of everyday life.

Balancing nostalgia with contemporary life, the work explores how personal memories persist amid the ordinary rituals of consumption. The scratched photograph becomes a fragile artifact of identity, suggesting that even as objects deteriorate and moments fade, they continue to carry emotional significance. Through bold color, stylized forms, and symbolic objects, the painting transforms the familiar setting of a grocery store into a meditation on memory, longing, and the search for meaning within everyday spaces.

Four of a Kind — $1,500

Acrylic paint and oil paint on canvas — 36 x 36 inches — Fall 2025

Bathed in the fading light of dusk, a cowboy sits beside his faithful horse in a desert filled with prickly pear cacti, quietly studying the cards in his hand. Across from him sits the viewer, transformed into an unseen participant in the scene. Four playing cards lie face-up in the foreground, revealing a winning hand — four of a kind. The cowboy's furrowed brow and contemplative expression capture the moment he realizes the game is lost.

The painting transforms a simple card game into a narrative about chance, humility, and human connection. By positioning the viewer as the victor, the work dissolves the boundary between observer and participant, inviting us into the cowboy's world rather than asking us to merely witness it. His horse, resting patiently at his side, offers a quiet sense of companionship, contrasting with the tension of the game.

Cloudbusting — $650

Acrylic paint on canvas — 26 x 31.25 inches — Summer 2026

Towering clouds swell across the canvas, their monumental forms consuming nearly the entire composition and dwarfing the landscape below. Rendered in luminous shades of white, blush, and lavender against a glowing turquoise sky, the clouds evoke both beauty and unease, embodying the artistic concept of the sublime — the overwhelming power of nature that inspires awe while reminding humanity of its own smallness.

Near the horizon, a ghostly neon pink cowboy on horseback appears almost insignificant, reduced to a fleeting silhouette within the vast desert expanse. Rather than conquering the frontier, the rider becomes a quiet witness to nature's immensity. The glowing figure, detached from reality like an apparition or memory, emphasizes the transitory nature of human presence against an environment that feels timeless and infinite.

Cattle Herder — $450

Acrylic paint and oil paint on canvas — 20 x 20 inches — Fall 2025

A lone cowboy rides at the front of a moving herd, meeting the viewer's gaze with unwavering confidence as he guides his cattle across the open range. Rather than looking ahead, his direct eye contact creates a powerful connection, inviting the viewer into the rhythm and responsibility of the cattle drive. The sweeping movement of the herd contrasts with the rider's calm, composed presence, emphasizing both his skill and quiet authority. Pastel colors and soft brushwork capture the energy of the Western landscape while celebrating the enduring resilience, independence, and spirit of the American cowboy.

Bluebonnet Mare — $450

Acrylic paint on canvas — 20 x 24 inches — Spring 2026

This painting features a lone mare grazing a field of bluebonnets as the sun sets far off into the distance. The stars are starting to become visible in the night sky and are emphasized by the strip of white fur on her forehead that shares the star shape.

Texas Rose — $450

Acrylic paint and canvas scraps on canvas — 16 x 20 inches — Summer 2026

A lone cowgirl rides into the quiet desert beneath a sky scattered with stars, her back turned as if inviting the viewer to follow her into the unknown. Dressed in a vibrant floral fringe jacket, a hot pink cowboy hat, and classic denim, she embodies both the romance of the American West and a contemporary sense of individuality. The soft desert landscape contrasts with the painting's saturated colors, creating a dreamlike atmosphere where nostalgia meets modern pop aesthetics.

What makes this piece truly distinctive is its interactive collage element. The fringe of the cowgirl's jacket is constructed from an attached piece of canvas that can be physically lifted and flipped, revealing a bold hot pink underside. This unexpected pop of color transforms the work from a traditional painting into a tactile experience, encouraging viewers to engage with the artwork and discover a hidden layer beneath the surface.

Portrait of Biscuit — $390

Acrylic painting on canvas — 20 x 24 inches — Fall 2025

This painting features Biscuit — a little pony who has been on many adventures across the Texas landscape. The blazing pink sky and tasseled bridle emphasize Biscuit's endurance and passion for adventuring out on the plains.

Hey Baby, Que Paso — $380

Acrylic paint and oil paint on canvas — 16 x 20 inches — Spring 2026

Flaco Jiménez was an accordionist from San Antonio, Texas, whose career spanned over 70 years! He was born into a musical family deeply rooted in Texan traditions, and he helped take the traditional South Texas sound to a global audience, collaborating with artists such as the Texas Tornados, Bob Dylan, and the Rolling Stones! Throughout his career, he earned multiple Grammy Awards for his influence and contributions to conjunto music!

Howdy Rowdy — $350

Acrylic paint and oil paint on canvas — 16 x 20 inches — Spring 2026

Rendered in bold colors and graphic forms, the work blends pop aesthetics with Western iconography to challenge conventional ideas of masculinity and frontier identity. Tattoos, oversized glasses, and contemporary styling replace the mythic cowboy archetype with a figure who is unapologetically himself. Howdy Rowdy honors the evolving legacy of the American West, presenting the cowboy not as a fixed symbol of the past, but as a living, diverse, and deeply human character whose story continues to be rewritten.

Rosie — $350

Acrylic paint and oil marker on wood panel — 11 x 14 inches — Fall 2025

Similar to Bonnie and Clyde, Rosie often gets into trouble with her older brother Smokey. She is still trying to quit smoking, but we all have our vices. Regardless, this portrait captures a rare moment when her and Smokey aren't together. She sits in with her darling red boots and hand-knit sweater (made by grandma kitty). Her starry leggings and dapper red hat indicate that after her smoking break she is most definitely hitting the trail with her brother Smokey for their next adventure.

Star — $350

Acrylic paint and oil paint on canvas — 11 x 14 inches — Spring 2026

This portrait features a reoccurring horse in several of my works known as Star. Her striking pink eyes pierce the viewer and appear almost otherworldly as they are emphasized by the repeated star pattern that seems to float behind her. Her expression is calm and tranquil — her presence is comparable to that of a mythical creature such as a unicorn or other otherworldly being.

Bronco Buster — $350

Acrylic paint on canvas — 14 x 18 inches — Spring 2026

This painting serves as a more contemporary take on the traditional cowboy portraiture of renowned artists such as Frederic Remington and Charles Russell. Rather than staying truthful to the landscape, this horse and rider float in a dreamy pastel landscape that feels timeless and surreal.

A Texas Breakfast — $240

Acrylic painting on canvas — 12 inches round — Summer 2026

You may have heard of an English Breakfast, but have you ever heard of a Texas Breakfast?! This painting features a Texas-shaped waffle, fried egg, sizzling bacon strips, potato wedges, and an heirloom tomato salad — all homegrown and harvested in the Lone Star State.

Party Plate — $260

Acrylic painting on canvas — 11 x 14 inches — Summer 2026

Party Plate is a nostalgic celebration of summertime gatherings with classic seasonal favorites such as hotdogs, Lay's potato chips, loft house cookies (crack cookies), and more! Picnic staples and backyard treats come together in a composition that evokes memories of family reunions, neighborhood cookouts, and long afternoons spent outdoors with the occasional pool dip or fireworks show!