Nature and Experience: Paintings by William Nichols
It took William Nichols some time to develop a visual vocabulary that accurately expressed what he saw and experienced emotionally in nature. However, once discovered, the creativity — and paint — flowed in ways that continue to enthrall viewers and collectors.
Windows to a Forgotten World
Although it’s been many thousands - if not millions – of years since ancient civilizations and some extinct animal species flourished, their legacies continue to fascinate and live on through the creative vision of artist James Gurney. Welcome to Dinotopia and other lost worlds.
A Western Connection
Intent and methodical, this artist approaches the canvas — or panel — with purpose, imparting in paint his love for Montana and all things Western.
Artist to Watch: Jason Patrick Jenkins
Beyond contributing to the realist community through teaching and painting, Jenkins is an observant commentator on contemporary times — one who hopes to bring humanism back to his digitally oversaturated generation.
Fine Arts and Crafts?
The unexpected turn a representational artist made ...
Artist Spotlight: Lisa Gleim
“In terms of business success, I stick with the basics. I work diligently toward long and short-term goals regarding quality, consistent production, and having well-respected, active gallery representation.”
Artist Spotlight: Farley Lewis
How did you develop your unique style?
Farley Lewis: I spent years doing murals, graphics and signs, and it gave me an eye for good...
Artist Spotlight: Jill Banks
I find inspiration closer to home (sometimes in it), on domestic personal painting trips (like Key West) or during plein air competitions in the US.
Artist Spotlight: Larry Cannon
Those close contacts with Nature and the forces of Nature coalesced into a passion after viewing an exhibition of watercolors by the early 19th century artist Percy Gray in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Artist Spotlight: Jean K. Schwartz
Over the years I have explored ways of creating the subtle color gradations and translucent light that I want in my paintings. Soft edges and a more tonal quality to my palette have emerged as a result of realizing my inspiration.