After graduating from North Texas University with a BFA in Drawing and Painting, Austin artist Sam Yeates began working for the Armadillo World Headquarters in the Capitol City, making posters and musical promotional art. Yeates freelanced for several years with clients, including Willie Nelson, Budweiser Brewing and Warner Bros. Records. In the late 80’s Yeates, began teaching painting, drawing, and mural execution at Austin Community College. He continues to paint, mostly with oils and acrylics, and exhibit his work that addresses his rural Texan upbringing, and the solitude of his native, wide-open landscapes.