Ohio Artists
KATHY BATES “Winter Blue” Original Oil on Board
Original oil on board painting by Ohio artist Kathy Bates depicts a regal blue jay perched on a branch against a crisp, earthy background. The withered berries of the tree provide a glimpse into the cold atmosphere that Bates has created and contrast nicely against the bright blue plumage of the jay. Housed in an espresso frame with gold accents, this painting is signed in the lower right corner of the board and en verso by the artist.
About the Artist:
Kathy Bates is an Ohio-based practicing veterinarian who took up painting as a passion project at 42 years old. She has no formal training, just an appreciation for capturing the airy moments of light with bold color and soft texture with contemporary impressionistic style.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
KATHY BATES “Morning at the Drainage Ditch” Original Oil on Board
Original oil on board painting by Ohio artist Kathy Bates depicts a morning landscape with a lithe waterway intersecting the composition. Painted on site in Frankfort, Ohio, Bates crafts an image of fine “plein air” painting, capturing the dancing light of the early morning beautifully. Housed in a sleek, black frame, this painting is signed in the lower right corner of the board and en verso by the artist.
About the Artist:
Kathy Bates is an Ohio-based practicing veterinarian who took up painting as a passion project at 42 years old. She has no formal training, just an appreciation for capturing the airy moments of light with bold color and soft texture with contemporary impressionistic style.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
KATHY BATES “Springbank Methodist Church, Ross County, Ohio” Original Oil on Board
Original oil on board painting by Ohio artist Kathy Bates depicts a landscape of Springbank Methodist Church in Ross County, Ohio against a rich, setting sun. Painted in thin coats of paint, Bates allows for the tone of the board to seep through, creating subtle light that is sure to charm in any collection. Housed in an espresso frame with gold accents, this painting is signed in the lower right corner of the board and en verso by the artist.
About the Artist:
Kathy Bates is an Ohio-based practicing veterinarian who took up painting as a passion project at 42 years old. She has no formal training, just an appreciation for capturing the airy moments of light with bold color and soft texture with contemporary impressionistic style.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
KATHY BATES “Early July” Original Oil on Board
Original oil on board painting by Ohio artist Kathy Bates depicts a country landscape in the waning hours of a day in early July. Painted with full, fluffy clouds and blends of rich greenage, Bates’ impressionistic sensibilities craft an image that is sure to be adored by even the most academic collector. Housed in an espresso frame with gold accents, this painting is signed in the lower right corner of the board and en verso by the artist.
About the Artist:
Kathy Bates is an Ohio-based practicing veterinarian who took up painting as a passion project at 42 years old. She has no formal training, just an appreciation for capturing the airy moments of light with bold color and soft texture with contemporary impressionistic style.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
KATHY BATES “Early Tassel, Frankfort, Ohio” Original Oil on Board
Original oil on board painting by Ohio artist Kathy Bates depicts a lush farm landscape in Frankfort, Ohio. A charming painting that showcases a respect for the rural lifestyle, Bates crafts an image of contemporary impressionism at its finest. Housed in an espresso frame with gold accents, this painting is signed in the lower left corner of the board and en verso by the artist.
About the Artist:
Kathy Bates is an Ohio-based practicing veterinarian who took up painting as a passion project at 42 years old. She has no formal training, just an appreciation for capturing the airy moments of light with bold color and soft texture with contemporary impressionistic style.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
KATHY BATES “Limber Luther” Original Oil on Board
Original oil on board painting by Ohio artist Kathy Bates depicts a playful cat outstretched against an earthy background. A practicing veterinarian, Bates crafts a loving image of “Limber Luther”, making for a painting that is sure to be cherished in any animal lover’s home. Housed in an espresso frame with gold accents, this painting is signed in the lower right corner of the board and en verso by the artist.
About the Artist:
Kathy Bates is an Ohio-based practicing veterinarian who took up painting as a passion project at 42 years old. She has no formal training, just an appreciation for capturing the airy moments of light with bold color and soft texture with contemporary impressionistic style.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
CHARLEY HARPER (1922-2007) “Raccrobat” Lithograph
Original lithograph by Cincinnati-based artist Charley Harper (1922-2007) depicts a raccoon and butterfly set in a dynamic, mirrored pose, a signature example of Harper’s whimsical take on nature portraits. Titled, “Raccrobat”, this piece is rendered in simple, geometric forms that compose a highly modern aesthetic for the collection. Housed in a stylish, metallic frame with faux distressing, this original lithograph is signed in pencil by Harper at the bottom of the paper.
About the Artist:
Charley Harper was born on August 4, 1922 in Frenchton, West Virginia and grew up on a family farm, which would later influence his interest in the natural world and animals. He studied art at the Art Academy of Cincinnati, where he won the academy’s first Stephen H. Wilder Traveling Scholarship and met artist Edie McKee, who he would marry shortly after graduation in 1947. Harper returned to the Art Academy of Cincinnati as a teacher and also worked for a commercial firm before pursuing freelance work at Harper Studios, formed by he, Edie, and their only child, Brett. During his career, he illustrated numerous books, as well as many prints, posters, and other works. Harper also created works for many nature-based organizations, among them the National Park Service, Cincinnati Zoo, Cornell Lab of Ornithology, and the Everglades National Park. He died in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 10, 2007, at the age of 84.
This lithograph is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
EDIE HARPER (1922-2010) “Summer Watch” Serigraph
Serigraph by Cincinnati-based artist Edie Harper (1922-2010) depicts a highly modern, geometric rendering of a porch, a striped cat leisurely napping in the foreground. The wife of renowned modern artist, Charley Harper, Edie’s work cements a creative legacy in its own right, with pictorial design skills and style rivaling that of her husband. Housed in a stylish, metallic frame with faux distressing, this serigraph is signed and numbered 193/375 by the artist along the bottom of the print.
This serigraph is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
EDIE HARPER (1922-2010) “Baskit” Serigraph
Serigraph by Cincinnati-based artist Edie Harper (1922-2010) depicts a highly modern rendering of a playful cat in a basket, the checkered background of red and white providing an almost illusory effect to the image. The wife of renowned modern artist, Charley Harper, Edie’s work cements a creative legacy in its own right, with pictorial design skills and style rivaling that of her husband. Housed in a wooden frame, this serigraph is signed and numbered 193/375 by the artist along the bottom of the print.
This serigraph is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
EDIE HARPER (1922-2010) “Sand Peeper” Serigraph
Serigraph by Cincinnati-based artist Edie Harper (1922-2010) depicts an almost abstract ground of seashells and sand dollars against a white, sandy beach, the top of an umbrella interjecting into the top of the composition. The wife of renowned modern artist, Charley Harper, Edie’s work cements a creative legacy in its own right, with pictorial design skills and style rivaling that of her husband. Housed in a wooden frame with gold accents, this serigraph is signed and numbered by the artist along the bottom of the print.
This serigraph is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
CHARLEY HARPER (1922-2007) “Catbird Seat” Signed Poster
Poster by Cincinnati-based artist Charley Harper (1922-2007) depicts a stacked portrait of a cat and dog created for the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati non-profit in a signature example of Harper’s whimsical take on animal portraits. Rendered in simple, geometric forms that compose a highly modern aesthetic for the collection, this poster is housed in a wood frame with slight distressing and signed in pencil by Harper on the right side of the print.
About the Artist:
Charley Harper was born on August 4, 1922 in Frenchton, West Virginia and grew up on a family farm, which would later influence his interest in the natural world and animals. He studied art at the Art Academy of Cincinnati, where he won the academy’s first Stephen H. Wilder Traveling Scholarship and met artist Edie McKee, who he would marry shortly after graduation in 1947. Harper returned to the Art Academy of Cincinnati as a teacher and also worked for a commercial firm before pursuing freelance work at Harper Studios, formed by he, Edie, and their only child, Brett. During his career, he illustrated numerous books, as well as many prints, posters, and other works. Harper also created works for many nature-based organizations, among them the National Park Service, Cincinnati Zoo, Cornell Lab of Ornithology, and the Everglades National Park. He died in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 10, 2007, at the age of 84.
This poster is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
ROBERT MARTIN (1918-1998) “Portrait of a Woman” Original Oil on Canvas
Original oil on canvas by Ohio-based artist Robert Martin (1918-1998) depicts the portrait of a woman against an ethereal background of swirling pastel tones. The female figure’s beehive hairdo and timely clothing suggests the age of this painting, giving the viewer a glimpse into a not-so-distant past. Housed in an ornate gold frame, this painting is signed by Martin in the lower right corner of the canvas.
About the Artist:
Robert Martin (1918-1998) was born in Cleveland, Ohio and raised by his grandmother. His grandmother, having grown up in the Victorian Era, is responsible for the period’s influence on his early works. Martin studied the painting from books of the masters, old and new. He worked from life, enjoying the process and interaction that was created. In the 1980s, he began working from photographs with his series of Victorian Village scenes. An ever-learning student, his work has distinctly different decades reflecting his progress and interests. Persisting was his use of oil on canvas, despite his training in other mediums. His poetic soul was evident in his philosophy as an artist.
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