Greg English has a natural eye for light source and believes "knowing shadow" is the key to drawing the observer into his paintings.  Viewing Greg's work one would never believe he has had no formal training.  His passion for detail and realism surfaced around the age of 10 as he drew and sketched everything that caught is eye.  Today, trained by experience and natural ability, Greg's oil paintings of Native American potter, as well as his pencil drawing of a variety of subjects, are marvelous examples of conviction, understanding and dedication of both interpretation and realism.  Raised in Arizona, born in Illinois, Greg has always been exposed to art and creativity. His mother is famed Cheryl English, an oil painter.  Joel English, Greg's father, ran his own award winning advertising agency in Phoenix for 15 years.  In May of 1998, Greg participated in the Phippen Memorial Art Show in Prescott, AZ where he captured a 2nd place prize in "oils" and a 3rd place prize in "People's Choice Award."  Greg paints out of his studio in his home in Scottsdale.  Greg and his mother Cheryl both show here at Legacy Gallery.  

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