Nathan Altier 236f6e
Born in 1972, I’m a GenXer from rural southern Maryland. I spent most of my childhood visually recreating anything that interested me. Name it, and I probably attempted to interpret it in some art form or another. That led me to an A.A. in visual communication. My early adulthood was spent earning a B.A. in computer art in the starving artist world of Atlanta, Georgia. Now, a builder and married father of two teenagers, with a working homestead, I reside in the Shenandoah Valley of West Virginia. And just like it did when I was a kid, my environment has greatly influenced my artwork. Over the years, my creative media have varied, but the medium that has captured my muse has been acrylic on canvas. Never wanting to waste my formal education, I usually conceptualize ideas digitally, then recreate them on canvas, using both on-canvas blending and dry-brush techniques. My strength is portraits. However, the challenge of reflective surfaces, the beautiful complexity of flowers, and the visceral themes of patriotism always deliver surprising joy. Art is a fascinating balance of dreaming and reality, in which I am convinced, there’s always a challenge, a spiritual connection, and a life lesson to be learned. I hope you’re able to embrace that same experience.
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Born in 1972, I’m a GenXer from rural southern Maryland. I spent most of my childhood visually recreating anything that interested me. Name it, and I probably attempted to interpret it in some art form or another. That led me to an A.A. in visual communication. My early adulthood was spent earning a B.A. in computer art in the starving artist world of Atlanta, Georgia. Now, a builder and married father of two teenagers, with a working homestead, I reside in the Shenandoah Valley of West Virginia. And just like it did when I was a kid, my environment has greatly influenced my artwork. Over the years, my creative media have varied, but the medium that has captured my muse has been acrylic on canvas. Never wanting to waste my formal education, I usually conceptualize ideas digitally, then recreate them on canvas, using both on-canvas blending and dry-brush techniques. My strength is portraits. However, the challenge of reflective surfaces, the beautiful complexity of flowers, and the visceral themes of patriotism always deliver surprising joy. Art is a fascinating balance of dreaming and reality, in which I am convinced, there’s always a challenge, a spiritual connection, and a life lesson to be learned. I hope you’re able to embrace that same experience.
- Nationality: UNITED STATES
- Date of birth : 1972
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- Groups: Contemporary American Artists

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Acceptance to the "Flowers and Trees" Juried Exhibition 1u1m30
MVA Gallery
I am pleased to announce that my painting "A Matter of Time" has been accepted into the "Flowers and Trees" Juried Exhibition in Bethlehem, PA.
The prizes include;
An "ART OF DISTINCTION'' AWARD will be granted at most exhibitions. One artist, photographer or sculptor will be selected by the Juror and featured in a special exhibit at the MVA Gallery, Exhibition Room Two, to be scheduled at a future date.
ANNUAL GRAND PRIZE -- One New York City Exhibition Opportunity
One artist, photographer or sculptor will be selected from all the individuals who were accepted and displayed in an MVA Gallery exhibit during the past calendar year. This artist will be offered an exhibition opportunity in New York City and will be notified in December.
DIRECTOR'S CHOICE AWARD -- $200 -- One optional award may be granted at the discretion of the Executive Director of the MVA Gallery.
Wish me luck!
Commission Status 323r5v
An announcement that I am currently neck-deep in a 3'x5' commission containing over 80 portraits. The planned completion of this flagship commission is June of 2025. This has certainly challenged my abilities.
I will periodically provide updates on the status. I am anxious to move on to other commissions and return to my personal painting list.