Gray Malin Captured Dallas Scenes With Longhorns
The artist-in-residence featured local pets and livestock in a new series across Dallas landmarks.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Large Animals
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Photographer Gray Malin has released a new photography series showcasing the Rosewood Mansion and Highland Park Village. The collection features local dogs and longhorns staged at iconic Dallas locations.
Why it matters
The project celebrates local architectural charm and character after the artist received a request to create new work for the Rosewood Mansion. It highlights how professional creative projects can draw inspiration from regional landmarks and resident pets.
The artist reviewed a pool of over 100 local pets to select the animals featured in the window shopping scenes. This selection process supported a series that is now publicly accessible through October 31.
The players
Gray Malin
An artist known for fine art photography who currently serves as the artist-in-residence at the Rosewood Mansion.
Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek
A historic luxury destination in Dallas that acts as a focal point for the artist's current residency and exhibition.
Highland Park Village
A notable shopping district in Dallas that provided the backdrop for the artist's staged window-shopping photography.
St. Michael's Women's Exchange
A Highland Park institution serving as an exhibition space for the photographer's work.
The details
Gray Malin serves as the artist-in-residence at the Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek. He produced the work by staging local dogs in window-shopping scenes at Highland Park Village and photographing longhorns at the entrance of the Rosewood Mansion.
Timeline
The Rosewood Mansion hosted the artist's work reveal in September 2026.
The exhibition concludes at the Mansion Bar and lobby on October 31, 2026.
The Home Front
This project reflects a broader trend of luxury properties utilizing artist-in-residence programs to anchor their regional identity. These initiatives often leverage local character to create unique, site-specific art collections that engage the surrounding community.
Residents can view the series at the Mansion Bar, the lobby of the Rosewood Mansion, or at St. Michael's Women's Exchange through the end of October. Those interested in collecting these works can browse the full series on the artist's official website.
The takeaway
Engaging with regional art installations is a simple way to connect with local history and architecture. You can view the full photography series online or visit the current exhibits before the series wraps up on October 31.
Further reading
Learn more about local engagement with animals in our Large Animals guide.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Dallas Morning News.
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