Artists

Cale Rogers, 1964 – 2025

Dallas and Amarillo Galleries

NOTE FROM CERULEAN GALLERY

Cale Rogers had a way of seeing beyond the surface. He approached each canvas as a single, continuous thought by wrapping paint and drawings across the front, sides, and back, and onto the stretcher bars themselves. Nothing on the canvas is incidental, rather every element holds meaning and often a hidden code waiting to be cracked. Encountering his work feels like stepping directly into his mind. He signed his artwork with “3.1.12.5”, which are the numbers marking each letter’s position in the alphabet spelling CALE.

Using hooks installed on the top of each canvas we are able to turn his canvases around with ease and discover an entirely new perspective.

After 7 years of representing his work, we’re incredibly honored that his family asked Cerulean Gallery to continue represent his work and sharing it with the world. It’s a privilege to preserve his legacy and introduce new collectors to an artist whose work continues to inspire.

“One of the greatest powers of visual art is its unique ability to emotionally move and inspire the viewer. My work takes advantage of the emotional power of different techniques. Something as simple as a scribble can add depth and intricacy, while color brings unity to the piece. Robert Rauschenberg’s “combines” were very influential in my development as an artist. Even though our world views differ, his art transcends our differences and speaks to me. It is my desire to make that same connection with others through my art.” ~ Cale Rogers

OBITUARY

Cale was born on April 14, 1964, in Amarillo, Texas to Wayland and Barbara Rogers. He grew up in Amarillo and attended Belmar Elementary School, Crockett Jr. High, and graduated from Amarillo High School in 1982. He continued his education at TSTI, graduating in 1984 with an Associates degree in electronics. After graduation, he moved to Dallas and worked in home security. He later returned to Amarillo and opened Rogers Decorating with his father.

During this time, Cale began bodybuilding, where he discovered the value of commitment and the importance of giving his all to everything he pursued. It was also during this season that he placed his trust in Jesus as his Savior, and committed to that with the same wholehearted dedication.

He met his wife, Susan Pringle, at Bell Avenue Baptist Church, and they were married on August 3, 1991. They welcomed their first daughter, Shannon, in 1995, followed by their second daughter, Sonya, in 1999.

Cale worked at Suddenlink for the majority of his career. After early retirement, he became a resident assistant at Park Place Towers. Both residents and staff appreciated his unwavering commitment and his ‘above and beyond’ attitude.

Cale loved Jesus. He wanted everyone he met to know how they could be saved and go to Heaven. With 100% dedication, he spent time street preaching, handing out tracts, witnessing at the fair, and much more. He went above and beyond using unconventional ways to try and reach as many people as possible. He was fully committed to each endeavor, no matter what anyone thought.

He loved his family and was fully committed to them as well. He had a good sense of humor and loved a good “dad” joke. He was very involved in every stage of his daughters’ lives, from playing with Barbie dolls to walking them down the aisle. His 33-year marriage to Susan was another example of his unwavering commitment. “Papa” was one of his favorite titles, and he enjoyed playing with his grandson, Mason.

Cale volunteered at the Sunset Art Center, where he inspired many to grow as artists. His intricate exhibit there stands as a lasting tribute to his creativity and dedication. His passion lives on through his artwork, with pieces hung in the Cerulean Gallery in Dallas, Texas.

Cale is survived by his wife, Susan Rogers, and his children, Shannon Jones and husband Scott Jones, and Sonya Hayward and husband Casey Hayward. He has one grandson, Mason Jones. He is also survived by his sister Karen Lee Gray and husband Roy Gray.

“Cale loved art–he loved expressing himself and mystifying others. He liked this saying –“Imperfection is the creative genius” – Susan Rogers

EXPERIENCE

2023 Step Inside My World, Cerulean Gallery

2021 Off the Grid, Cerulean Gallery

2020 A Night of Artist and Chefs

2015-18 Diio Art Gallery

2017-18 VACE judge

2012, 2016, and 2017 Taught 3 abstract workshops Amarillo Art Institute

2016 Amarillo Art Institute Board of Directors

2016 Group showing, Convention and Visitor Council Arts, Amarillo International Airport

2016 1st Solo artist Convention and Visitor Council Arts, Amarillo International Airport

2015 Group showing Amarillo Diagnostic Center

2015 Group showing Amarillo National Bank

2014-17 Amarillo Museum of Art 12X12

2012 Object Art Gallery

2012 Amarillo Art Institute Volunteer of the Year

On permanent display at Cask & Cork Amarillo

On permanent display at Amarillo Art Institute

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Artists

Cale Rogers, 1964 – 2025

Dallas and Amarillo Galleries

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Artists

Cale Rogers, 1964 – 2025

Dallas and Amarillo Galleries

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