Anna Rose Bain (b. 1985)
Anna Rose Bain was born and raised in rural Wisconsin. She began drawing from the moment she could pick up a pencil.
Inspired by her grandfather, who started painting at the age of 70, she spent her free time as a child sketching from nature
and poring over art books. Shewas homeschooled all through high school, giving her the opportunity to focus on art. Her
primary medium was colored pencil until she began classes at Hillsdale College, majoring in Art. There, she fell in love
with oils and decided to focus her studies on painting. Her strong background in drawing helped her to launch forward in
advanced classes such as figure painting and sculpture. Under classical instruction and rigorous technical training, Anna
excelled in the Hillsdale art department, sweeping juried art awards every semester. She received a full scholarship for
her senior year, allowing her to attend summer painting classes at the Florence Academy of Art in 2006. She was the first
student in Hillsdale College's history to have a solo senior exhibit, and she graduated in 2007 with departmental honors.
Anna now resides in Garland, TX with her husband, Steve. She works full-time as a fine art oil painter and commissioned
portrait artist, teaches private painting lessons, and is actively involved in the local arts communities. She is an avid
traveller and brings her paint box wherever she goes, whether it's a beach or a mountain top. Having had such inspiring
teachers and role models in her own life, she firmly believes in sharing her passion and knowledge of classical art with
other aspiring artists, as well as showing practical ways to stay up to date in today's changing art market. Anna attends
regular life drawing and painting sessions with the Society of Figurative Arts in Carrolton, TX, and is a member of the Oil
Painters of America and American Women Artists. She also serves as Texas Ambassador for the Portrait Society of
America.
Her award-winning work has been nationally and internationally recognized.
Anna Rose Bain was born and raised in rural Wisconsin. She began drawing from the moment she could pick up a pencil.
Inspired by her grandfather, who started painting at the age of 70, she spent her free time as a child sketching from nature
and poring over art books. Shewas homeschooled all through high school, giving her the opportunity to focus on art. Her
primary medium was colored pencil until she began classes at Hillsdale College, majoring in Art. There, she fell in love
with oils and decided to focus her studies on painting. Her strong background in drawing helped her to launch forward in
advanced classes such as figure painting and sculpture. Under classical instruction and rigorous technical training, Anna
excelled in the Hillsdale art department, sweeping juried art awards every semester. She received a full scholarship for
her senior year, allowing her to attend summer painting classes at the Florence Academy of Art in 2006. She was the first
student in Hillsdale College's history to have a solo senior exhibit, and she graduated in 2007 with departmental honors.
Anna now resides in Garland, TX with her husband, Steve. She works full-time as a fine art oil painter and commissioned
portrait artist, teaches private painting lessons, and is actively involved in the local arts communities. She is an avid
traveller and brings her paint box wherever she goes, whether it's a beach or a mountain top. Having had such inspiring
teachers and role models in her own life, she firmly believes in sharing her passion and knowledge of classical art with
other aspiring artists, as well as showing practical ways to stay up to date in today's changing art market. Anna attends
regular life drawing and painting sessions with the Society of Figurative Arts in Carrolton, TX, and is a member of the Oil
Painters of America and American Women Artists. She also serves as Texas Ambassador for the Portrait Society of
America.
Her award-winning work has been nationally and internationally recognized.
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| Self Portrait with Red Lipstick - 20x16 - oil on linen |
| Self Portrait - 20x16 - oil on linen |
| Twin Arts - 48x40 - oil on linen |
| Garden Nude - 18x14 - oil on linen panel |
| Lullaby - 22x16 - oil on linen |
| The Glass Sparrow - 16x15 - oil on linen panel |
| Music of the Spheres - 50x48 - oil on linen |
| Email: annarosebain@gmail.com |
| Nurturer - 24x30 - oil on linen |
| I am Not Ugly, I am Not Beautiful - 30x40 - oil on linen - |
| The Perfect Evening - 24x36 - oil on linen |
| The Artist at Work - 14x11 - oil on linen panel |
| Unmasked - 18x14 - oil on linen |
| To Paint or to Play (Self Portrait with Bella) - 28x12 - oil on linen |
| A Venetian Spectator - 30x24 - oil on linen |
| Erica - 24x20 - oil on linen |
| The English Sweep - 24x18 - oil on linen |
| Scarlit Tones - 29x22 - oil on linen |
| Climbing Roses - Cortona, Italy - 20x12 - oil on linen |
| The Coliseum, Rome - 8x8 - oil on linen board |
| Rain Over Oklahoma - 9x12 - oil on linen |
My work covers a wide variety of subjects, but what remains consistent throughout is a deep love for beauty, especially as
revealed by the human face. I am still young, and know little of human experience or tragedy… but when I paint, I feel my
brightest hopes and deepest fears all at once. I feel connected to my subjects at a level that can only be obtained through
the series of silent questions that take place during the creative process.
I believe that human beings are created in the image of God. When I remember this principle, I’m reminded that a portrait
is not really about me, but about the subject and its inherent connection to God’s likeness. Thus, my goal for every portrait
is to draw out that facet which most reflects the Divine. In some small way, each portrait then becomes a picture of Him.
My paintings are an expression of gratitude. They often depict men, women, or children in peaceful settings or places that
evoke happiness. My art focuses on the enjoyment of life, and is permeated with a love for nature, music, and all things
good. My style might be considered “classical realism,” which attempts to idealize the subject while preserving its true
essence. I hope that whoever views my work finds their senses awakened as they respond to the use of color, light, and
tangible subject matter. I am captivated by those things that go beyond the surface, and I hope to convey this deep and
abiding interest to everyone who sees my work.
revealed by the human face. I am still young, and know little of human experience or tragedy… but when I paint, I feel my
brightest hopes and deepest fears all at once. I feel connected to my subjects at a level that can only be obtained through
the series of silent questions that take place during the creative process.
I believe that human beings are created in the image of God. When I remember this principle, I’m reminded that a portrait
is not really about me, but about the subject and its inherent connection to God’s likeness. Thus, my goal for every portrait
is to draw out that facet which most reflects the Divine. In some small way, each portrait then becomes a picture of Him.
My paintings are an expression of gratitude. They often depict men, women, or children in peaceful settings or places that
evoke happiness. My art focuses on the enjoyment of life, and is permeated with a love for nature, music, and all things
good. My style might be considered “classical realism,” which attempts to idealize the subject while preserving its true
essence. I hope that whoever views my work finds their senses awakened as they respond to the use of color, light, and
tangible subject matter. I am captivated by those things that go beyond the surface, and I hope to convey this deep and
abiding interest to everyone who sees my work.
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