ABOUT THE ARTIST

Steve Creighton grew up near Warsaw, Indiana,and as an undergraduate,  majored in both Art and Business at Valparaiso University. There he studied under art professor Richard Caemmerer who introduced him to studio oil painting. Later, he was awarded the coveted Sloan Gallery Senior Award.  He continued his art education with graduate art courses at Indiana University.

The artist has an extensive background using different media.  He has worked with acrylics and oils and has produced etchings and lithographs, as well as sculpture.  Currently, he works exclusively with oil paints.  He has won numerous awards in several states including multiple Best of Show distinctions.  His paintings are held by collectors in many states.  His most recent one-man show exhibit was at Manchester College's Gallery G. 

His studio is in Warsaw where he lives with his wife, Sue. He is a member of Lakeland Art Association, Logansport Art Association, Hoosier Salon and Kokomo Art Association.   In addition to a passion for oil painting he is a long distance runner and has completed several marathons.

ARTIST’S STATEMENT

The subject matter in a painting is of little importance to me as it should provide reference only.  My artistic goal is to paint the way I want the canvas to look...not how the subject matter appears.  In my opinion a successful painting contains rich darks, muted colors, a minimum of brilliant lights and is not academic or highly finished.