James Van Fossan Art

James Van Fossan's "Sky 24" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a skyscape of grey and white clouds arching through a blue sky.

James Van Fossan's "Sky 63" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a skyscape of grey and white clouds arching through a blue sky and the sunlight dances through it.

James Van Fossan's "Sky 43" is an original, handmade six foot diameter oil painting that depicts a skyscape of sensuous thread-like clouds splaying across a blue sky.

James Van Fossan's "Sky 55" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a skyscape of grey and white clouds arching through a blue sky.

This oil on canvas is signed in the lower left. The artist painted the edges for a gallery wrap effect and it is ready to hang. Artist statement: "I paint because it is a language of beauty, a simple and instantaneous manner in which I can communicate my heart clearly. This is the only occupation that has made me truly happy and can bring happiness to others at the same time. I will never stop." Biography: James Van Fossan, b. 1964. Resides in Eagle, Colorado. Since leaving the corporate world to focus on his art full time ten years ago, the self taught Van Fossan has come to command some of the highest recognitions in realism. His 2012 painting, Magnum Opus, claimed the coveted Chairman's Choice Award in the 2012/2013 International Art Renewal Center Salon, as well as the Best of Show prize for the The Collection Beaux-Arts Réaliste International Competition (Montreal, Canada) in 2014. He is sought after by corporate and private collections worldwide and his work has been featured in American Art Collector, International Artist Magazine, Southwest Art, Western Art Collector, LUXE Magazine as well as other art and lifestyle publications. Curriculum Vitae. Solo exhibitions: 2013 One-Man Show, Alpen Art, Vail, Colorado. 2013 "Meet The Artist", Open House Event - Private Residence, Breckenridge, Colorado. 2011 "Rhythms of Grace", Cathedral Center for the Arts, Phoenix, Arizona. 2009 "Face Forward; A Benefit for Mending the Soul Ministries", Rive Gauche Art Gallery, Scottsdale, Arizona. Group exhibitions: 2015 Special Exhibition: Drama Magnifico...

Comprising over three years of continuous work "Drama Magnifico" is comprised of over 100 figures and is the masterwork of celebrated artist James Van ...

​"I paint because it is a language of beauty, a simple and instantaneous manner in which I can communicate my heart clearly. This is the only occupation that has made me truly happy ...

​"I paint because it is a language of beauty, a simple and instantaneous manner in which I can communicate my heart clearly. This is the only occupation that has made me truly happ...

​"I paint because it is a language of beauty, a simple and instantaneous manner in which I can communicate my heart clearly. This is the only occupation that has made me truly happ...

Oil on Linen, canvas size 28" x 23" Artist Statement "I paint because it is a language of beauty, a simple and instantaneous manner in which I can communicate my heart clearly. This is the only occupation that has made me truly happy and can bring happiness to others at the same time. I will never stop." Biography James Van Fossan, b. 1964. Resides in Eagle, Colorado. Since leaving the corporate world to focus on his art full time ten years ago, the self taught Van Fossan has come to command some of the highest recognitions in realism. His 2012 painting, Magnum Opus, claimed the coveted Chairman's Choice Award in the 2012/2013 International Art Renewal Center Salon, as well as the Best of Show prize for the The Collection Beaux-Arts Réaliste International Competition (Montreal, Canada) in 2014. He is sought after by corporate and private collections worldwide and his work has been featured in American Art Collector, International Artist Magazine, Southwest Art, Western Art Collector, LUXE Magazine as well as other art and lifestyle publications. Curriculum Vitae SOLO EXHIBITIONS 2013 One-Man Show, Alpen Art, Vail, Colorado 2013 "Meet The Artist", Open House Event - Private Residence, Breckenridge, Colorado 2011 "Rhythms of Grace", Cathedral Center for the Arts, Phoenix, Arizona 2009 "Face Forward; A Benefit for Mending the Soul Ministries", Rive Gauche Art Gallery, Scottsdale, Arizona GROUP EXHIBITIONS 2015 Special Exhibition: Drama Magnifico...

Comprising over three years of continuous work "Drama Magnifico" is comprised of over 100 figures and is the masterwork of celebrated artist James Van ...

BIOGRAPHY James Van Fossan, b. 1964. Resides in Vail, Colorado. A self-taught artist, James Van Fossan spent the majority of his early life working in the corporate field. Only eight years ago did he abandon steady employment for his true passion, art. Living master and close friend, Duffy Sheridan, introduced James to oil painting through casual studio sessions, where they discussed art and its philosophies more than they put brushes to canvas. Still, this rare and profound influence was enough to nudge Van Fossan into oils after a lifetime of working in graphite. "What my work to-date represents is my study of the language and craft of oil painting. Words, like paintings, are used to express our hearts to others. However, a painting can say so much more, and is understood as though it were a universal language. I paint in a realistic manner simply because I feel my primary goal is to represent truth, reality, and to tell the story. I desire to paint and to speak clearly so that the more important matter of what I am trying to say comes through. Like any great craft, the time and detail fostered into a work of realism commands attention and invites the viewer to understand, or at least to consider, the painting. To share my philosophies and thoughts with others in such a beautiful and historical art form is a privilege I am determined to honor as I continue to work with all of my heart...