George Bodine
George Bodine paints landscapes, cityscapes, and people, working both in Plein air and the studio. Recently, he has been travelling extensively in Europe, and his paintings reflect his unique vision here and abroad. He paints almost exclusively in oils, many of which are from small, niche manufacturers. George often hand stretches Belgian linen sized with rabbitskin glue and primed with white lead, techniques dating from the 16th. century. Recently he is painting on sun bleached Belgian linen, again primed with white lead, but glued to either sealed Birch board, or archival quality Artist's board. He had never had an art lesson, and his distinct vision, coupled with careful, proven techniques ensure that his work will be permanent and able to be handed down within families or collections over centuries.
George Bodine's goal is to produce work that will transcend time. His subject matter, and especially style or "voice" in painting, is unique. His varied subjects keep him from being labeled as coming from one type or genre of painting.