Steve Hanks A Sense of Belonging (Artist Proof) 80/150 W/CERT 1993

Description: STEVE HANKS " A Sense Of Belonging " Published 1993Artist Proof #80 of only 150Only the Original is Worth More Very Rare hard to find Limited " Paper " Edition Print . Never Framed Excellent Condition Certificate & Folder AP # 80 Of ((Only)) 150 In The Edition rare, rare, rare, Large Image Size ( 19.25 X 30 ) Steve Hanks was named top artist by US Art magazine. Print comes with Certificate of Authenticity, It's sold out but gallary retail runs around $1500 or more if you could ever find one unframed. We are offering this rare print at much below retail. It's been kept in a protected environmentally controlled art vault. It has never been framed. No scratches, no fading, no yellowing, great corners . Rare, hard to find. It's image size is Large . The colors are rich and beautiful. The piece makes a statement that friends and neighbors will admire. I have 100% feedback and stand by my description of the condition of this print. Because of the rarity and value this print will be only shipped ((*Flat)), very carefully packaged for shipping and insured. I guarantee print to arrive mint or your purchase price promptly refunded. See my 100 % Positive Feedback. Do Not Wait as this will go fast at much less than retail if you could find one. EXTREMELY LOW PRICE FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL PRINT!! THIS IS A NO RESERVE AUCTION! DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO BID AND SAVE $$$. Good Luck! We will gladly ship it to you insured , If you have any questions please eBay Message...Thanks John Steve Hanks Steve Hanks is recognized as one of the best watercolor artists working today. The detail, color and realism of Steve Hanks' paintings are unheard of in this difficult medium. A softly worn patterned quilt, the play of light on the thin veil of surf on sand, or the delicate expression of a child—-Steve Hanks captures these patterns of life better than anyone. Steve Hanks was born into a military family in San Diego in 1949. His father was a highly decorated WWII Navy flyer. Hanks grew up playing tennis and surfing along the beaches of Southern California. “The ocean made a strong and lasting impression on me. It was good for the soul to be out in the water—surfing, swimming, or simply getting in touch with its mysterious power.” The family was transferred to New Mexico when Steve was a junior. After high school he attended the Academy of Fine Arts in San Francisco, earning excellent marks in commercial art and figure drawing. He transferred to the California College of Arts and Crafts, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Steve Hanks took a job as a caretaker at a Campfire Girl’s camp near Cuba, New Mexico in 1976. The pay was minimal, but the rent was free, and all during the winter months his time was his own. For the next four and a half years Hanks experimented with many media: oils, watercolor, pencil, acrylics. “If I hadn’t spent so much time perfecting my drawing skills,” he comments, “I would not be the painter I am today.” His first romantic piece, “Daisies and Lace”, was a harbinger of his developing style—it featured a lacy dress and a serene sunlit setting. Hanks calls his style ‘emotional realism’. He often leaves the faces of his figures obscured or turned away, not only to leave the face to the imagination of the viewer but also to allow the entire figure to express the emotion. Backlighting is also a signature element of his style. “Sunlight has become one of my favorite subjects. I’m fascinated by how it filters through things, how it floods a whole room with color. Often my paintings are really more about sunlight than anything else.” His marriage to Laura and the arrival of three children provided new inspiration for the artist. Many lovingly rendered domestic scenes were added to the portfolio during those years. Jurors, galleries and collectors have long recognized the stature of Steve Hanks’ achievements. He received the National Watercolor Society Merit Award and the National Academy of Western Art Gold Medal, in addition to consistently appearing in the list of top ten American artists compiled by U.S. Art Magazine. Art for the Parks has honored his work with many awards since 1989. “I’ve tried to be responsible and put positive images out into the world,” says Hanks. “I hope that my work brings comfort, pleasure and insight into people’s lives.” Please See My eBay Store For More Great Prints, Great Prices, Free US Shipping. I ship next day, Package extremely well, Include tracking,100% money back guarantee, and have well over 1000 satisfied customers, see my 100% positive feedback. You can buy prints from anyone but getting them delivered safe, and as described is the hard part. Thanks For Looking John

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Location: Pullman, Washington

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