About Covelle Jones

Covelle Jones (1936-present) is a sculptor and was the official Texas State Artist in 1984-1985. Jones was born in Bremond, Texas and raised in Stephenville, Texas. He attended Tarleton State University where he received his Bachelor of Science degree and Masters in Education. Jones has been honored by Tarleton as a Distinguished Alumnus in 1989 and his bronze sculptures grace the halls of both the White House and the Alamo.
Now living in Granbury, Texas, Covelle Jones extensively researches the topics of his bronzes to make sure they are as accurate as possible. Whether it is the anatomy of the horses and cattle his sculptures or the 1800s garb, weapons, and tools of his human subjects—Jones pays attention to every little detail. He raises his own longhorns and has a wide collection of Western artifacts from the 1800s to aid him in his authenticity and precision.

Listed as an Official State Artist of Texas- Covelle’s works have often been compared to those of Frederick Remington. He had a forty year history as a professional sculptor. Covelle Jones has received numerous awards. An avid historian, he greatly researches each of his subjects and creates his sculpture’s with painstaking detail.