Broadcast Outage: We're investigating a broadcast transmission failure affecting the San Luis Valley from Antonito in the south to Salida in the north. We're working to resolve this issue. You can stream our live broadcast HERE or via the RMPBS+ App.

Stream live and on-demand content now on our new app:
RMPBS+

Help tell more stories in 2026 - make a year-end gift!

Give Now

Painting the incredible life of Mr. Barney Ford

Rocky Mountain PBS

Leilani Abeyta created the artwork for the Rocky Mountain PBS documentary Mr. Barney Ford.

Her style is hyperrealism, using reference photographs to inform large, ultra-lifelike portraits with excruciating detail and attention to light.

Leilani Abeyta holds a Painting BFA from Maryland Institute College of Art. She was an intern with Platte Forum.

Leilani’s artwork can be seen in the RMPBS documentary and will be on display at the Barney Ford House Museum in Breckenridge in January 2022, for Barney Ford's 200th birthday (Jan 22, 2022). 

View the documentary and Leilani’s artwork here.

Related stories

Rocky Mountain PBS

Our cameras went to a lot of places this year. Here are our favorite shots from 2025

Rocky Mountain PBS staff share their favorite shots of the year
by Carly Rose
Rocky Mountain PBS

Our favorite stories from 2025

RMPBS journalists shared the favorite stories they reported this year
by Carly Rose
Rocky Mountain PBS

Meet some of the most unique characters RMPBS profiled in 2024

Colorado Voices: Your Stories 2024 airs Dec. 26 and features our staff picks for impactful stores from neighbors across the state.
by Amanda Horvath

Subscribe to Our Newsletters

Get trusted Colorado stories, programs, and events from Rocky Mountain PBS straight to your inbox.

Set Your Preferences >