Joe Beeler

Joe Neil Beeler (1931–2006) was an American illustrator, artist, and sculptor specializing in the field of Western art. In 1965, he cofounded the Cowboy Artists of America (CAA) with Charlie Dye, John Hampton, and George Phippen.

Personal information Beeler was born on December 25, 1931, in Joplin, Missouri to Jack Beeler and Lean Setser. He self-identified as being of Cherokee descent.

Appearances His works have been displayed in a number of museums including: Woolaroc Museum National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum Montana Historical Society Charles M. Russell Museum Heard Museum Whitney Museum of American Art Institute of Texan Cultures

Death Joe Beeler died Wednesday April 26, 2006. He was helping neighbors and friends rope and brand calves when he succumbed to a heart attack. Joe was 74 years old.