“Grandma Rittenhouse” ãRieva Conway 1994

A watercolor study of great grandparent painted from an old photograph

 

 

Art was my major in high school and I have been blessed with a talent I’m pleased to share. Throughout my life I have continued to explore many styles, mediums and subject matter. I love people and animals and all of God’s wonderful gifts of nature and have found great pleasure in doing portraits of all in oils, acrylics, pastels and watercolor.

 

Received a scholarship to study at John Herron Art Institute in Indianapolis while I was still in high school. Also studied portraiture under a professor of art at University of Miami and introduced to impressionism by Russian artist Irv Ostrow in Miami. I have been greatly influenced by the techniques of the “old masters” and chose my college thesis on the life and art of Rembrandt Van Rign.

 

Raising a family of four children has been a high priority for me, but I have continued my artwork and through shows, exhibitions, reputation and recommendations have received mostly commissioned work. I continue to do portraits from photographs and composites from several photos. I have enjoyed the pleasure of sharing my love of art teaching summer art camp to children grades 1 through 12 and to private senior citizens groups. I have also had the honor of painting a portrait of a former Vice President and his son (through a personal association with one of the family members).

 

My gallery is composed of photos of what I consider to be the “best” examples of my work. Most were commissioned works but I will note if the piece is for sale. The following photos are of commissioned portraits of pets and people. .

 

If you would like a portrait done from one of your photographs, please email me at [email protected] for size, medium to be used and pricing. Most single subjects do best at 16” x 20”. Pastels cost less than oils or acrylics. All work is satisfaction guaranteed. Your photograph can be sent as an attachment to your email or mailed to me—Rieva Conway, 1355 Hwy. 104, Saltillo, TN 38370.  Phone: (731)687-3801 or cell (731)845-9398.

 

The following photos are of art works that are currently for sale and all are beautifully framed, ready to hang.

“Dance of the Dogwoods” 16x18 $125

 

“Fruit of Life” 16x20 $125

 

“Sunset Water Lilies” 16x20  $125

 

Thank you for visiting my web page and I hope you enjoy viewing my art as much as I enjoy doing it. This web design is so new to me, so forgive my amateur format, but please contact me if I can be of service to you.