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Portraits, one of the first known art genres, are usually representations of a human or animal. With the advanced technology of the digital era, mere duplication of images have become mechanical tasks, which can be mastered by most office workers or family members clicking cameras or machine buttons. However as a pure art form, this skill requires an intricate technique and minute detail interpretation by artists. A true art portrait integrates an artist’s environment, emotions and interaction with the object, to create a unique image. This art form requires experience and a combination of factors and
determination to master.
The artist, Jim Gleason was far removed from creating art portraits as a young professional baseball player. His life spent with the State Patrol, Marine Corps, doing service in Southeast Asia and the duties he performed as elected Sheriff of Klickitat kept his talent dormant for many years. His retirement from public life in 1995 was the unexpected breakthrough, when his hobby converted him as a creator of unique art portraits. Jim Gleason evolved his hobby into a pure art form which requires a lot of creative input and hard work. His skills have escalated to pieces we all can identify with.
Many years in law enforcement, kindled the elements admired by both his critics and devotees. Jim Gleason’s discipline and deductive reasoning skills have been applied to his art portraits. His skilful eye in the use of shades and his intense focus on objects are most beneficial to his fine art. The major mediums which this artist applies are; oil on canvas and pastel. Images of cowboys, barns, homesteads, wildlife, Indians and fish are displayed in corporate and family homes in the states and all over the world. Pet portraits and a wide miscellaneous group of art have been added to his sought after selection.
Jim Gleason displays his art portraits on a regular basis. Art lovers have the opportunity to visit exhibitions and shows where the full spectrum of his work can be viewed. Recently he attended the Charlie Russell Western Art Show. An updated and stimulating website can be accessed for all events and examples of his style and pieces. Get to know this family man and the origin of his genres. The website address is: www.jimgleason.com .
To share in his art, virtually any image can be commissioned. Prospective clients can be owners of cowboy art, landscapes or portraits of favourite pets. A wide range of miscellaneous themes can also be arranged. Jim Gleason can depict a client’s choice from a photograph or an image, after discussion and his own interpretation and recommendations. Jim Gleason can be contacted at Capture Images via e-mail
fax, phone or letter. When visiting the website be sure to sign and peruse the guest book. All art enthusiasts will find the website stimulating.
“ARTISTRY THAT CAPTURES WHAT THE EYE BEHOLDS” can be rare to find. Visit www.jimgleason.com and CAPTURE IMAGES. You could also be converted to appreciate or be the owner of art portraits!
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