Brief Bio

    My art is an exploration into the manmade world of the city and the natural world. The rough beauty and loneliness of the city has always interested me. My cityscenes paintings are on-going and explore humans living in the city. The natural world of plants and animals are continually inspiring.

Surface plays an important part of my work. Usually they are done on canvas or paper, but now I'm experimenting on plexi-glass and acrylic sheets. Painting the natural landscapes onto the manmade, industrial surface shows the contrasts between the two. The plexi-glass in clear also provides more depth than an ordinary surface.

    I currently live and work in Cabot, Arkansas. Professionally I am a graphic designer and web designer. In 2005 I received my Bachelor's in both Graphic Design and Painting with a minor in Digital Graphics. This road into computer art was difficult at first but after much practice I caught on. Since graduation I have worked at a stationary business doing web design for four websites, a Bridal magazine doing layout and ad design, a Jacksonville newspaper for two years doing page layout, web design, and ad design and most recently at a Leisure Arts in West Little Rock doing graphic design for the marketing department.

Each day I am surrounded by a caring and supportive family. As with all artists I have a sensitive and unique outlook on life. Every artist I have met in my life I've learned from whether good or bad. Artists, actors and musicians leave their influence on me as well. I see what decisions they make and the life path they follow. Did they make a difference to humanity and the culture of their time? Doing my part and using my talent for others drives me forward. It's a constant drive for improvement and expression because words can't accomplish that for me. New experiences open doors and unlock hidden truths that I'm always seeking.

My work is exhibited nationally and locally. It is currently displayed at Stomping Grounds Coffee in Cabot, Denali Coffee Co. in Cabot, and Starving Artist Cafe, Little Rock and also in many private collections.

    Awards include the Award of Merit at the 3rd Annual Arts in the Air Professional Art Exhibition at the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute in Morrilton, AR (atop Petit Jean Mountain), First place at the Sherwood Fest Art Competition, Honorable Mention in the 2008 Spring Invitational Show in Harrison, AR and best design for the WWII Arkansas Ordnance Plant Contest at The Jacksonville Museum of Military History in Jacksonville, AR. The winning design will be part of an interpretive panel on permanent display on museum grounds.





Marty Smith