val wolf

I have been painting for many years, with the human figure and horses being favorite subjects. The seeds were sown when I was a child and my Grandmother took me to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art where, among other magnificent paintings, a nearly life sized Landseer painting of horses caught my eye and had a huge influence on me.

I do have a degree in art, but unfortunately when I went to university, traditional painting methods were not taught, and I was left to my own devices to acquire knowledge and skill in the realm of painting.

Oils are my media of choice--I cannot resist the way they blend, and the richness they impart to a painting.  A favorite aspect of using these amazing paints is the infinite mixture of colors which can be achieved.

I am a member of the California Art Club, Oil Painters of America, and the American Academy of Equine Art and have won several awards at various juried shows throughout the years.

I feel truly fortunate that I have Art in my life, and that I am able to spend my days working at something I love so much.

 

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