Eureka Springs Flatiron 30x40

Though Tim Breaux is originally from Louisiana, he now finds inspiration in the natural beauty and rugged terrain of the Ozarks.  He lives and paints on his family farm in Rogersville, Missouri.   Local and regional scenes make up the collection that will debut when Tim joins us at 83 Spring Street Gallery on Saturday, October 8th.   He will be appearing from 1pm-4pm and again from 6pm-9pm for an evening reception. 

To learn about Tim and see more of his work click here.

While Tim Breaux is primarily a studio painter who focuses on midwest regionalism, he also devotes a large portion of his time painting plein air in Missouri, Arkansas, New Mexico, Colorado and Arizona. These forays to the mountains and deserts generally result in several western pieces each year.

No art is original – it is a copy or interpretation of the original work provided by the ultimate artist and creator, God. While I enjoy studying the work of other artist and their interpretation of nature I ultimately return to the original work created by God where I can smell the air and drink the water and be in His presence. He is the only teacher that can give us all we need; the material, inspiration and ability. I attend His workshop as often as I can.” … Tim Breaux

My early influences were John James Audubon and the Hudson River School. Over time I have developed a special appreciation for the style and technique of George Inness. While I am largely self taught I owe a special debt to John Pototschnik who continues to mold, mentor, and encourage me in the pursuit of this dream. ” … Tim Breaux

Tim lives and paints on his family farm in Rogersville, Missouri with his wife Nancy, daughter Ellie and son Carter.

Raymond Gibby grew up in the Southern California hills outside of Riverside. He spent most of his time outdoors, and creating the images that went along with the love of the outdoors: jack rabbits, cotton tails, and red tail hawks gliding on warm wind currents.

Although Raymond had very little Native American lineage, he was appreciative of the bravery, spirituality, romance, harmony, and freedom they represent. Thus, they became his subject matter too.

Raymond’s grandfather had a powerful effect in developing his love of art. Around the age of four, his grandfather, who was an accomplished oil painter, showed him his beautiful painting of a Utah landscape, with a buffalo grazing in the foreground. He knew he was destined to express his passion for the outdoors, wild life, and the old west, through art.

Raymond strives to include meaning, lessons, feelings, and emotions in each piece. His hope as an artist is to be able to continue to express his admiration for those things which lift our souls and help us understand the divinity in ourselves and in all of God’s creations.

Raymond says it best: “I strive to include meaning, lessons, feelings, and emotions in each piece. My hope as an artist is to be able to continue to express my admiration for those things which lift our souls, and help us understand the divinity in ourselves, and in all of God’s creations.

I create objects that I feel a connection to, and that others might relate to as well. I love when others can find elements of themselves in the things I create; whether in the majestic nobility of a Native American woman who has overcome the hardships of life, or in the whimsical golfer who has just missed the golf ball by at least a half of a foot!”

Buffalo Bill

You are invited to join us on Saturday, October 22nd when 83 Spring Street Gallery will have the privilege of debuting the newest pieces in Mark Hopkins’ western series.  Pictured to the left you see Buffalo Bill still in wax.  Buffalo Bill is the latest addition to join the likes of Doc Holliday, Wild Bill Hickok (Aces & Eights)  in Mark’s western collection.  Buffalo Bill is now casting and will be debuting on October 22nd.  We are now offering a special pre-cast price but the number is limited so call or email for details today!  

On the House

 In addition to Buffalo Bill, Mark decided to celebrate the other characters you might have encountered during the days of the Old West.  Think bartenders, barbers, outlaws and gamblers.  Pictured to the right, you see a sculpture he recently finished called On the House.  Look for this new collection to debut, along with Buffalo Bill.

Mark Hopkins will be on hand for signing and photos on Saturday, October 22nd.  Come and hear the stories behind the artwork from the artist himself!

Rose Cottage Oil on Linen

 If you have ever visited Eureka Springs and driven the historic loop, then you might have happened upon this landmark.  Known for their distinctive native stone exterior, the charming cottages at Rock Cottage Gardens have been there since the 1930′s. 

When Willis Miller was looking for some Eureka Springs scenes to paint, he  just couldn’t pass up the award winning garden setting and welcoming nature of the Rose Cottage at the Inn.

Coming soon will be a series of bronze sculptures just for the dog lover.  Mark Hopkins’ new Best Friend series will feature several different breeds of dogs.  Yorkshire Terrier, Pug, English Bulldog, Great Dane, Labrador and Golden Retriever will be the first to debut.  Each will be limited to an edition of 50 and will be finished in a traditional patina. 

If you don’t see your breed listed here, give us a call and we’ll talk to Mark about the possibility of sculpting your favorite dog.   For more information or to order one please don’t hesitate to call us toll-free or email us at sales@83springstreet.com. 

Allison attributes her love of horses to her Dad, Ron.  During summer camp in Arkansas, the two would attend Chuck Wagon Races, which Allison affectionately describes as “NASCAR for the 1800′s.”

Allison started creating her work in graphite, and it is still her preferred medium, stating that  “there is strong power in black and white pictures.”

At 18, Allison won her first ‘Best In Show’ juried award in Harrison, Arkansas.  Since then, she has won ‘Best Historical Piece’ at the American Plains Artist Show in Lincoln, Nebraska, and competes regularly at the Bosque Conservatory Art Classic in Texas.

At the age of 40 he was led to begin painting.  His first teacher, Janice Clark, was very instrumental in guiding him into the world of art.  Although he did not know her at the time, she observed some of his work in a frame shop.  She told the storeowner, “If he does not think he knows it all, I would like to teach him.”  From that point on she began instructing him without charge.  Around that time Janice was featured in a book entitled, “A Fine Age – CREATIVIY AS A KEY TO SUCCESSFUL AGING.”  Others whose artistic guidance he is thankful for are Jeff Legg, Todd Williams, Irving Shapiro, Margaret Ellerman, Stephan Kramar and Douglas Walton.

Willis is an Associate Member of Oil Painters of America, a Signature Member of Artists of NW Arkansas, a Signature Member of Mid-southern Watercolorists, a member of the Plein Air Painters of the Ozarks, and Artist Fellowship.

Willis says, “I feel so blessed to have been an artist for over 30 years.  Early in my training I was told to paint shapes and not things, and that is true to a point.  Artists are also taught to paint warm against cool, dark against light, rough against smooth and so many, many other things concerning principles and elements of design.  With so many thoughts and tools, I feel driven to express different things in different ways.  Therefore, for me, my work must be to create with feeling and thought rather than developing style.  Our God is an awesome Creator.  To express joy in His gift is enough.”

Just a few miles west of John Bundy’s duck factory, a huge old hollow maple tree crashed down into the side of a home.  Coming back from errands the next day,  John and his wife Valarie spotted the tree and immediately knew it was a curly maple.  Upon further inspection, they found that this tree was special.  The wood that came from it was both curly and spalted and it had a unique “quilted” look to it.  John knew he had to make some ducks out of this wood. 

Below you see the result of John’s labor.  You are looking at the natural wood with nothing but a clear coat of finish applied to protect it. 

Without Hurricane Ike and this very rare weather phenomenon, John would never have found this tree and never would have seen these unique pieces of wood.  So while not much good can be said about Ike and the inland hurricane, it did make these rare carvings available for your enjoyment.

Buffalo Bill Study by Mark Hopkins

There’s something intriguing about   notorious historical figures such as Wild Bill Hickok and Doc Holliday.    They inspire writers to write books and movies and they inspire sculptors like Mark Hopkins to celebrate their stories with art.  The latest character to captivate Mark Hopkins’ imagination is Buffalo Bill.  Here you see a sketch that Mark will use to create his latest sculpture based on Buffalo Bill.

Buffalo Bill would be the next in Mark’s western series which includes Wyatt Earp, Wild Bill Hickok ,  Jesse James and Doc Holliday.  Doc is the newest in this collection and the edition of 50 is now half sold out!

The #1 in the edition of Buffalo Bill is spoken for but the first five are being offered at a special pre-cast price.  If you would like to reserve one call or email us today!