Artist of the Month August 2017

Timothy Tyler

Bella Vista, AR

“Tim Tyler is a contemporary artist who works in a representational manner. Inspired by
the Old Master's Tyler's skills and technical ability to achieve high levels of realism are
impressive, yet it is his visual wit, use of satire and clever method of social commentaries
that he weaves into his compositions that elevate his works above practicing realist
artists. A respected professional artist, Tyler has a distinctive career and received
honorable recognition for his work from notable authorities and leaders in the arts such as
the late Charles Banks Wilson.”  aron Jones, Crystal Bridges Interpretation Manager. 

In four decades, Tim Tyler has exhibited internationally and won some recognition
including: Exhibited California Art Club Gold Medal Exhibition, Autry Museum of Art 2015-2017,
Allied Artist of America 100th Anniversary Exhibition Canton Museum of Art 2015,
Best of America National Oil and Acrylic Society Most Innovative award. Oil Painters of
America Salon, merit award 2015 “Virtuosos of OPA”, Salmagundi Club, New York 2015
“International Guild of Realism” elected member “Gold Medal Exhibition California Art
Club” elected signature member “Most Original Award of Excellence”, OPA National
Exhibition 2014 “Allied Artist of America 2014 Best of Show” and signature membership
award “61st River Valley Invitational” 2008 Best of Show “Art Renewal Center 2004
Salon”; first place still life, Chairman's Purchase Award, 5 awards total Galerie Kornye
West, Ft Worth, TX October 2005 One Man Show One Man Show Miller Gallery,
Cincinnati, OH June 2004 One Man Show

How and when did you start creating art?

I began oil painting at age 14.

What media and genres do you work in?

I'm an oil painter but also do bronze sculpture.

Who or what are your influences?

John Sargent, Anders Zorn, (the looser realists)

What was your inspiration for Liberty Supine?

This work was first conceived as a provocative upside down stare which was begun in December of 2016 and became quite timely as it debuted in Feb 2017.

Describe your creative process?

I conjure up ideas in my head then find models, buy clothing, furniture etc - bring together all components I need to work from life on these concepts.

What are you working on currently?

I’m now building a set for life sized “Daughter of Midas” …it will be a 4x7 feet oil of the famous daughter turned to gold.

What are your near/long term goals as an artist?

I’d like to do almost strictly figurative work.

Where can people view/purchase your work (gallery, website, etc)?