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"Village of Oak Creek, Sedona, AZ"

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Gary Millard's

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By permission of the artist, The Cyber Art Show is pleased to feature the second of two 12-piece exhibitions of works by American 

landscape painter Gary Millard (born 1957 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin).

Gary Millard began painting after watching artists Bob Ross, William Alexander, and Jerry Yarnell on free Public Television in America. In 1984, Gary decided to attend a local college to take an introductory painting class; the instructor told him to find a new hobby. So by 1985, Gary had only complete two paintings. He had young children, so he put this hobby on hold for a while. He painted on-and-off throughout the 80s and 90s, but he kept all his work as personal paintings.

In 2003, while perusing the art supplies at a local store, he came upon a filer for art classes with a local artist named James Hempel. With James’ talent and his uncanny ability as an instructor, Gary was able to flourish as an artist. He also became Gary’s mentor.

As time progressed, and equipped with the newfound confidence that Gary gained from taking classes once a week with James Hempel, he contacted wildlife artist John Seerey Lester and his artist wife Suzie. Gary traveled to their home and completed a five day workshop with these amazing artists. Needless to say, Gary was hooked! He found his passion and realized his dreams of painting the world around him were coming true.

The mid-2000s were filled with more workshops and learning. Gary learned from numerous artists: Paco Young, John Banovich, Daniel Smith, Matthew Hillier and Terry Isaac. He learned the basics of wildlife artistry and Plein Air painting.

In the years that followed, Gary attended painting events such as the Susan K. Black workshop (SKB) in Wyoming. At SKB, he learned the necessary tools he uses in his paintings today. Gary now paints mostly Plein Air all year long; he paints anywhere-it can be zero degrees outside or warm in the comfort of his home studio. Gary not only has a passion for wildlife and nature scenes, but he also paints portraits, flowers, and police K9s. Since Gary is mostly self-taught, he paints anything that inspires him.

Gary has begun to share his knowledge with other artists. He has given many demonstrations to artist groups in Plein Air and portrait painting. He has sold paintings all over the world. Gary credits his growth and success to his patient workshop instructors and also the many painting associations he belongs to: Wisconsin Plein Air Painters Association (WIPAPA), Milwaukee Sketch Club (MSC), and the League of Milwaukee Artists (LMA).

Gary's Artist influences include: Richard Schmid, John Seerey Lester, John Banovich, Daniel Smith, Vladimir Volegov, and Pino.

  Gallery #523B   

        June 15, 2017

Twelve Pieces by Contemporary Artist

                   Gary Millard (Born 1957)

                       ARTIST'S STATEMENT

 

I have found that life holds no guarantees and that people are not perfect or not always who they appear to be. Life is about choices; some we regret and some we are proud of. I find painting to be rewarding, and one of those important things in my life. It has helped me to enjoy some of the most memorable and life altering experiences life has to offer.

 

I feel it is better to paint for myself, even if I sell nothing or have no followers, than to paint only for the sales and have no self. Painting has pushed me to not only try to be as good as my contemporaries, but has also assured that each time I pick up a brush, I can be a better myself. Sometimes we have to reinvent ourselves by not moving the chess pieces, but by moving the board!

 

 

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