Ray Mitchell,
Artist/Painter
I enjoy floating the river, fly fishing, golf and exploring back roads. I am inspired by the beauty of the world in which we live. My paintings attempt to portray the mood and light of these landscapes. I aspire to create paintings that are traditional and easy on the eye, providing the viewer with an image that is timeless. I also portray people in daily life activities or historical settings that give an insight into the way they live/lived. My current work of Native American Indians shows my great respect for their culture and their ability to survive in harsh conditions. I enjoy painting plein air (outside) for the fresh immediate feeling. I also do studio work on larger pieces.
Education; Self taught since childhood Began painting full-time in 1995 Irvine Valley College Scottsdale Artist School Various Workshops Teach Plein Air, Oil, Watercolor- Classes and Workshops Three Purchase Awards, Plein Air on the Yellowstone 2009 Shows at Livingston Center Gallery 2009 and 2008 Charlie Russell Art Auction 2007 and 2006 Mural artist (five large murals) Crestline, CA. 2000 – 2003 Murals in Children’s Museum, Lake Arrowhead, CA and Historical Society, Crestline, CA Poster Award, Victor Celebrates the Arts 2002 Victor, Colorado Winsor & Newton Painting Award, San Bernardino County Museum 1999 Biographical; Married since 1975 to Elaine. To purchase original pieces please contact the artist. |
