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“For as long as I can remember, I have always had a special fascination with nature” says Art LaMay. “To know that I have captured the subject of the sce
Painter Rob Leslie grew up in Wisconsin where hunting is a family tradition, but it wasn’t until he moved to Turnersville in 1985 that he began to put the wildlife around him on canvas.
Glued to a small television screen, as close as my parents would allow without risking blindness, I was completely transfixed by the images brought into my home courtesy of Mutual of Omaha, narrated
“My work has veered off from the traditional fish illustration style. I place more importance on using a unique style and palette rather than painting a fish to look photo realistic.
Jarvi’s masterwork, African Menagerie has been praised as a monumental wildlife painting unprecedented in history. Measuring 28 feet across and encompassing 208 different iconic African species, th
Most people really only want the key points in an individuals life, you know, the highlights! With that in mind my Derek Wicks ‘Short & Sweet Bio’ on my website maps o
Patricia A Griffin’s vibrant compositions are a contemporary manifestation of humanity’s earliest muse. Her oil paintings of animals on linen, burn slowly as they stir the mind into daydreams of
Lindsay Scott’s background as an illustrator, botanical researcher and biologist have served her well in conveying the drama and spirit of wildlife, both African and North American. A native
Born in Minneapolis in 1952, Bruce Miller showed signs of artistic talent at an early age, Given a set of acrylic paints for seventh grade art class, he painted exclusively with acrylics until
The success Pat Matthews has enjoyed since he became a full time artist 13 years ago is no longer a secret. Pat’s record of selling just about everything he has painted to an increasingly
Clark Bronson began studying wildlife at a very young age. Familiarity gained through the years of studious observation coupled with a love of animals and outstanding skill has given his art a
Drawing and painting have been constants in my life. There is a mysterious bond of learning and understanding between me and the subjects I’ve painted, and I’ve always felt compelled to
Clay McGaughy is a San Antonio artist who received his degree in art from the University of Texas..
He also has a diploma from the Famous Artists’ Course for illustration.
His work has been
Cole Johnson has lived in upstate New York his entire life and now resides in Deposit, New York, a small town in the Catskill Mountain region. Hunting, fishing, and spending time in “the
Lifetime Montana resident Colt Idol has always been enamored with “The West” and all that is represents. After an injury-plagued high school and collegiate basketball career Colt decided t
Painter Daniel Smith, who is equal parts hermit, aesthete, and explorer of the outback, has never thought of himself as being a visual provocateur.
Who could have thought that classical wildli
Ed’s paintings are a celebration of wildlife in all forms. With a palette filled with the colors in nature, Ed paints his love and respect for the co-inhabitants of our world. With his g
”To me, as an artist, producing a good painting is about exploring all the different facets of composition, colour and technique and not just reproducing an image in a photorealisti
Raised in northwestern Montana, Daniel is a self-taught artist. His studio is the wilderness and National Parks that surround him. Daniel has spent his life in the woods and mountains studying
Sue Key is a southern artist whose paintings are represented in galleries, juried shows, and in private and corporate collections throughout the US. Primarily self-taught, her canvases are of
In February of 2002, Dustin Van Wechel left a successful 8-year career in the advertising industry to pursue his life-long passion, fine art, full-time.
Since then, Dustin has earn
A painter of large wild African animals from portraits to panoramas, he was born in China and as a child was fascinated by books and photographs of wildlife on the African continent. His father was
With artistic mastery far beyond his years, Jay Kemp’s work is highly sought after by art connoisseurs for its perfection of detail, exquisite coloration and unique style that juxtaposes illusi
“I’ve always been fascinated by the rugged places of the American West… the wildlife, the landscape, and the men who chose to make a life there. Cowboys, mountain men and explorers
I like painting wildlife because it’s timeless. These scenes I paint have gone on for thousands of years. Even though cars are going by my studio at 50 miles per hour, these
While playing professional golf I started paying more attention to the creatures on the golf course than the shot at hand. I knew my life was headed in a new direction. My passion for animals
With the degradation of the planet and its natural resources and rapidly diminishing reserves of wildlife, artists have a major role in focusing public awareness on the wilderness and its pres
“True art must stir the heart and reach deep into the soul of the viewer if it is going to last. Emotions make art ‘live’. I judge everything first with my mind and then give it the
Born in the UK, Matthew now lives on the Eastern Shore of Maryland with his artist wife, Julia Rogers and son Patrick. Studied wildlife art at Dyfed College of Art; catapulted into the British art sc
With a love for nature and the outdoors, and an intriguing interest in three-dimensional sculpture, Gary started sculpturing animals and birds in clay at an early age. His first exhibit was at his lo
Gary was born into a third generation ranching family near Toppenish, Washington and began painting at an early age. While taking painting lessons from noted Western artist Don Crook in 1981,
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Peter Corbin is primarily known for sporting art landscapes, merging the natural wonders and elegant drama of the sporting life with the realm of fine art
From a distance, Gene Mlekoday’s (Mel-ek-oday) finely rendered images of nature show a studied sensitivity to both subject and setting—Canada geese pause serenely in a glassy pool, wary wo
R. J. McDonald is one of our country’s most highly respected wildlife artists.
For over thirty years knowledgeable art collectors have enthusiastically collected his paintings, giclees and limite
A current test chart hangs above the acid tray for reference. A five-second exposure creates a faintly perceptible gray tone when printed. A 20-minute exposure is a deep black. “I can achieve
Raised in Colorado, Ralph always knew he would be an artist. The freedom to move about and enjoy the wonders of the world fit his temperament. After a brief stint in commercial illustration,
Richard Clifton was born in Delaware in 1961. He lives on a historic family farm adjoining the Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, where he is surrounded by inspiration for his art. He is a s
Heiner embraces the visual arts in many different forms, may it be colorful oil paintings, sensitive watercolors or pastels, monumental bronze or wood sculptures and even jewelry. Heiner puts all his
Ross received his Bachelor of Fine Art and Master of Art degrees in painting from the University of Tulsa. Over the years, Ross has exhibited his work in national and international art shows,
Terry Donahue is an internationally acclaimed wildlife artist who is rapidly gaining attention in the art world for his innovative style and stunning portrayals of primates, big cats, birds and
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Terry Miller
Graphite artist
artist bio
Terry Miller was born in Iowa, spent his school years in
Jan Martin McGuire is known as an artist and naturalist who paints nature’s diversity. Born in the foothills of the Rockies in Colorado she developed an early love of the out of d
David Morgan
Landscape Artist
Original oil paintings
(b.1947) Southampton, England
David Morgan trained at the Southampton College of Art and Design. Upon completion of his studies, he
An award winning oil painter, Janeice Linden has been painting original fine art for more than 25 years. She has enjoyed success with a variety of mediums iincludingoil, graphite, charcoal, and
Michael Coleman
Michael Coleman was born and raised in Provo, Utah and spent his boyhood hunting, fishing and trapping throughout the Rocky Mountains, often taking a sketchbook with him. Ea
Considered to be one of the premier western, wildlife and Native American painters by the Southeastern Wildlife Expo, Jason Tako works in a painterly realist style. Born and raised in rural M
” My paintings reflect nature through my eyes….
the delicate balance between Everyday Life, the conservation of future
wildlife, and the hunting heritage I will pass on
to future g
As a contemporary impressionist painter and lifelong nature enthusiast, Christine Lashley gathers most of her ideas by painting outdoors. The art she creates on location or in the studio is about tim
Biography of Jim Killen
“My career as an Artist has brought so many wonderful people and opportunities into my life and I am forever grateful to God for that gift! I love what I do and hope my
The Hautman Brothers have established themselves as America’s foremost family of wildlife artists. The three brothers have received numerous honors and awards, and have been a dominatin
Rocky Descent by Greg Beecham, 50 x 36, oil on linen.
Greg Beecham has been painting full time since 1978. He has specialized in wildlife art. Greg’s vision is to “sculpt with
Grinnell Glacier Hike
Andrew Peters’ paintings are the result of a life spent in nature. Growing up in Council Bluffs, Iowa, he was usually hunting and fishing with his father in
Lou Pasqua aspired to be to be a wildlife artist from the age of six. After an education in graphic design and over twenty years working in graphic arts, he changed his focus an
He began casting bronze sculptures in 1980. Initially, he concentrated on bird life, over the years he has worked on sporting dogs and other mammals. In 1987 he began a series of large fountain and g
As a native of the West, Kyle Sims’ love of the vast landscapes and the array of animals inhabiting them came naturally. Early exposure to wildlife has made Sims feel at home in the wild among the
James Corwin designs distinct oil paintings through a unique balance of gestural paint techniques and precise detail. Primarily focused on wildlife Corwin aims to engage the viewer t
Jim Turgeon, like many of today’s top artists, began his career in the illustration and design field. After 24 years as a commercial artist, Jim’s enthusiasm for the outdoors has le
“A successful painting, to me, represents nature’s truth filtered through the artist”
Born in Great Falls, MT in 1973, Josh Elliott and his family now live in Helena. Elliot
Native Californian Joe Garcia is an established landscape and wildlife artist living and painting near the small mountain town of Julian, California. The natural setting amidst oaks and pines, and
For over 25 years now, Edward Aldrich has constantly strived to create art that speaks to the wonder of the natural world as well as the sheer pleasure of painting. Aldrich is dedicated to reaching b
Painting for me is a celebration of beauty and creation.
The work is a spiritual discipline and the making of art a
Sacred expression.
I was raised in a family of eight, the second child of s
In addition to his native Georgia, the entire Eastern coast has provided John Wilson with a teeming abundance of wildlife and natural settings which he portrays in his paintings.
“I tr
Bonnie Marris has taken an unusual path into art: she developed her talent by portraying animals “from the inside out.” While she was a student at Michigan State University, Bonnie illustrated s
Jon Ren’s passion for drawing and painting began as a young boy. He was greatly influenced by his father, western artist Chuck Ren, and driven by his own natural ability. After graduati
“I respect Dan’s work,” says renowned Western and figurative painter Howard Terpning, who owns an original Smith interpretation of a polar bear. “I think that he carries his wildlife
Joni Johnson-Godsy grew up in small town Ohio. Her love of animals started from her first memories as a child and was a passion that grew even stronger over time. In her youth she spent co
H.C. Zachry is chairman of Zachry Associates, an Abilene/Dallas advertising, research and fund raising company. He is also chairman of , a state-wide magazine and directory publishing and conference
Judy Fairley taught pastel through Walla Walla Community College and has been an active member of the valley art center in Clarkston, WA for over 40 years. She grew up in Clarkston, where she
Justin Young is one of the most recognized contemporary wildlife artists. Coming from a long line of professional artists, Justin began painting and sculpting at the age of four. Later, while ea
Winter Blues
There are two criteria for a painting that Anne Peyton places in each of her finished pieces: One is that the final image shows respect for the subject; the second is that viewers
One of the wonderful privileges I enjoy as an artist is the ability to create my world. By sharing that world with others, I can bring to them an awareness of the joy and wonder I derive from the rea
Lords of Discipline
Wildlife artist Julie Jeppsen is known for her paintings combining realism and atmosphere of wild animals in landscape. Julie is a self-taught artist, whose subject matter i
Kathleen Dunphy’s rapid success in the competitive art world was predicted when American Artist Magazine recognized her as one of the Top Ten Emerging Artists in 1998, just 2 years after she
Blurring the lines between the boundaries of our work, life, and faith is the sublime accomplishment, helping nurture a life full of meaningful being and doing. Artist David Ireland suggeste
