20 Questions with Wyland

Mike Veitch · Issue 21, Oct/Nov 2004 · pp. 35–38

20 Questions with Wyland and Mike Veitch Wyland, to most the name is synonymous with aquatic paintings. However, a one dimensional man he is not. Wyland Foundation, The Cousteau Society, Wyland Ocean Challenge, the Scripps Institute; these are a few of the environmental foundations and charities he is involved with. From humble beginnings as a struggling painter to the world renowned artist he is today, Wyland strives to spread the message of environmental awareness. Right, first things first. Whatʼs with the single name? Less is more. I like my family name and want to make it a name of honour. What about your first few murals, are they signed with only the name Wyland? Every mural since college is signed Wyland In your wildest dreams did you ever think your murals would become the huge success they are today? I always had a great confidence in myself. I saw it building with the environm…