Greg Barnes got his formal training at Wake Forest University, receiving a BFA in 1985.
Under the tutelage of many fine instructors he learned painting, printmaking, sculpture,
and figure drawing.
Following college, Greg entered a career path that included technical illustration,
computer graphics, computer-based training, and multimedia programming. Throughout
those years, Greg always kept his brushes and charcoal close at hand.
After 911, he decided to take a leap of faith, pursuing a fine art career
full time. Greg quickly found portrait work, due to his ability to capture a likeness.
His versatility shines with abilities in charcoal, pastel, and oil.
Landscapes are Greg's love. He enjoys painting on location, and as a result of working
quickly, leans towards impressionism. A mix of realistic and impressionistic elements
give his pieces a life of their own, while a free an creative use of color punctuates his
style.
Maintaining a studio where he teaches and paints in Charlotte, NC, Greg also travels the
country exhibiting at outdoor art festivals and teaching plein air workshops. He is
currently represented by:
-Coconut Grove Gallery, Miami FL
-Karis Gallery, Hilton Head Island, SC
-O Be Joyful Gallery, Crested Butte, CO
-Village Gallery - Lahaina, Maui HI
-City Art Gallery, Greenville NC
Find more recent works at his main website: www.BarnesStudios.com.
Greg Barnes joined Pixels.com Licensing on September 8th, 2014.
