Warren Neary

In creating my works of art, I find using the visual representational language of drawing and painting of the masters an exhilarating manner in which to express my artistic inspiration, ideas and feelings. I am continually studying the works and writings of contemporary and historical artists who inspire me. I rigorously study from life to increase my skills, methods and knowledge to more effectively use the language of traditional painting and drawing. In the type of work I like to create, I find that the depth, texture, ease of manipulation and luminosity of oil paint resonates well with me. Although, critically important, my work is not as much about the materials or the process, it is about how my work communicates on an emotional level to my audience. My approach to representational painting requires rigorous training, experience and inspiration. My goal is to develop my work in such a way that it does not require the viewer to have this knowledge. Rather, they can appreciate the visual and emotional impact of the work itself.”

Warren Neary’s work primarily focuses on realistic impressions of the figure, landscapes and architecture. “I’m moved by the grace and beauty of the figure and learning to capture the emotion filled moments in relationships we share with each other. I enjoy learning and being a student and son of a loving Father in Heaven and master creator.” “It is exhilarating to explore scenes of subtle or dramatic light, color and design, especially the light in the morning, evening and candle lit situations. I take the opportunity to draw and paint from life often. Nature teaches wonderfully, and I find the experience enlightening and refreshing.” In 2008 he was admitted to the Oil Painters of America Associate Member (Juried).

After graduating from high school as the Art Sterling Scholar, he attended Utah State where he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree on a two-year art scholarship. Although he was accepted into the Master of Fine Arts program, duty called and Warren accepted a commission as an officer in the United States Air Force. Warren served for 8 years in the service of his country as an officer, and deployed in support of Operation Southern Watch to Eskan Village, Saudi Arabia, and Operation Enduring Freedom to Joint Task Force Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Neary recently graduated with his MFA degree at Academy Art of University.

Education and Teaching

Master of Fine Arts – Figure Painting Academy of Art University, CA, (2008)

Bachelor of Fine Arts – Painting Utah State University, Logan, UT, 1998

Present Adjunct Instructor Laramie County Community College, Cheyenne, WY

Honors and Awards

2007 Finalist in Raymar’s Second Annual Fine Art Competition
2007 Academy of Art University Spring Show (Juried) Award Recipient
2006 Finalist in Raymar Fine Art Competition (Month of August) Judged by Scott Burdick
2004 Best Planned Public Relations Program in the U.S. Air Force
Best Media Relations Program in Air Force Space Command
Selected as best wing-level public relations officer in the U.S. Air Force
1997 Art Scholarship, Utah State University

Exhibitions

2008 Open Range, Abend Gallery, Denver, CO
2007 Minature Show, Abend Gallery, Denver, CO
2007 Golden Triangle Museum District High Plein Air Exhibition (Juried), Denver, CO
2007 Landscape Show, Abend Gallery, Denver, CO
2007 June Summer Feature show, Abend Gallery, Denver, Colo.
2007 May Spring Show (Juried), Academy of Art University, San Francisco
2006 Miniature Show, Abend Gallery, Denver, CO
2000-2005 Meyer Gallery, Park City, Utah
2001-2005 Meyer Gallery, Jackson, Wyo.
2005 Miniature Show, Abend Gallery, Denver, CO
2004 Southwest Art Magazine & artLink Steamboat Exhibition, Steamboat Springs Colo
2004 Air Force Art Presentation, Andrews AFB, Washington DC
2004 50 Years of Space and Missiles Air Force Association Ball, Beverly Hills, Calif.
2004 Miniature Show, Abend Gallery, Denver, CO
1998 BFA Graduate Show, Utah State University, Logan, UT
1996-1998 Greystone Art Gallery, Logan, UT

Publications

2007 Painting The Streets, Wyoming Tribune Eagle
2007 Artist Captures Eielson Mission Change on Canvas, Air Force Print News
2004 Art of War on Display, Air Force Times
2004 21 Under 31 Works of Rising Stars of Contemporary Western Art, Steamboat Today
2003 21 Under 31 Southwest Art Magazine
2003 Start Your Collection, Southwest Art Magazine
1997 Art Scholarship, Utah State University