Gary Rea (pronounced RAY) was born in 1952 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where he lives today, and is a self-taught artist. He earned a BA in Graphic Design from the University of Central Oklahoma.
In addition to painting, Gary is also an abstract sculptor and has experimented with virtual, or digital sculpture, as well. His digital sculptures were part of the Intersculpt 2005 international exhibition of virtual sculpture, sponsored by Ars Mathematica of Paris, France. His handmade pieces have ranged from creations in clay and wood to carved plastic foam.
Gary is available for commissioned works and seeks to work with art consultants, interior designers and architects for their art needs. Having been an architectural draftsman for over thirty years, he is well acquainted with the demands and requirements of the design and architectural field.
