About the Artist
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| A native North Carolinian, Steven spent his youth in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of the Tarheel State. His artistic abilities were realized at an early age. He was encouraged to draw, paint and be creative. The artist notes, “Crayons were among my earliest of friends.” He later studied drawing and painting privately under the guidance of American southern artist Abbe Rose Cox, who was once listed as one of the top ten women artists in the nation. Steven also pursued other artistic outlets including vocal and piano performance, ultimately earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of North Carolina Greensboro. While Steven embraces many forms of creative expression, his first love has always been painting. Passionate about his work, his most treasured time is spent in the studio were he can pour out his creative energy onto the canvas. “I am especially enthusiastic about painting portraits. This form of artistic expression is fascinating and provides a rewarding experience. Interacting and connecting with the subject is a great joy and capturing a likeness can create a wonderful challenge.” “In addition to portraits, painting landscapes, especially of regional settings, always gives me reason to smile. Growing up in a loving family of humble means, I enjoy painting scenes similar to the rural areas I explored as a child.” A sincere desire to create exceptional and lasting works of art is Steven’s primary goal when working with clients. “Making a positive difference in the lives of others gives meaning and memory to my work.” This philosophy of endurance guides Steven in creating family heirlooms that will last for generations. Steven is a life fellow of The Portrait Institute and is also a member of various art organizations. He is serving for a third year as Executive Director of the Kingsport Art Guild which promotes arts advocacy in the Tri-Cities area of Northeast Tennessee. He has exhibited his artwork throughout much of North Carolina, with primary showings in Raleigh, Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Elkin, and Asheville. Other showings include Abingdon, Virginia; Kingsport, Tennessee; and Washington D.C. Among his various artistic achievements is the prestigious National Congressional Art Competition Award for Creative Merit. He was honored to have his winning painting chosen for display in our nation’s capital building in Washington D.C. for a period of one year. Steven is available for public and private lessons, critiques, and art juror. |
Phone: (423) 767-0858 email: steven@stevenreevesart.com |
| "Mountain Stream" Oil Private Collection - St. Louis, MO |