Timothy Barr finds great inspiration in the landscape and serenity of rural America.

His intimate paintings of stone walled farmhouses, centuries-old trees, and domestic scenes embody the solitude and grandeur of pastoral life. While he is able to capture the beauty of the countryside, many of Barr’s compositions are the products of experience and imagination, brought to life through study, patience, and his sophisticated use of light. “I’m interested in the contrast that light brings to a scene,” Barr has said. “It’s fleeting and needs to be slowed down with paint so we can love it always.” Barr’s paintings are imbued with the characteristics of Luminism, a late 19th century technique highlighting reflective waters, magnificent skies, and heavenly spot lit pastures.

Timothy Barr was born in Hamburg, Pennsylvania, where he continues to live and work. He received a BFA from the Tyler School of Fine Art at Temple University in Philadelphia. Barr spent over a decade as an engineer before becoming a professional artist at the age of 33.