Paul Kratter: California Landscape paintings, June 6 - July 11, 2009, at Holton Studio Frame-Makers, Emeryville

Paul Kratter: oil paintings

Holton Studio Frame-Makers has been representing East Bay painter Paul Kratter for several years now, gathering an enthusiastic following for his scenes of the state, from the Sierras to the seashore. Mostly we’ve shown his plein air work, and primarily in canvas sizes of 11" x 14" or smaller. This show features more finished studio paintings, executed from plein air studies, and in larger sizes — mostly 16" x 20". The images range from Yosemite and the High Sierra to the Monterey Coast.

More paintings by Paul Kratter

All paintings shown below are available. View our archive of sold Paul Kratter paintings — an excellent source of ideas for framing plein air paintings.

It is with great enthusiasm that we are now featuring Paul Kratter’s work. The humility and joy that Paul carries with him, along with his brushes, paints and panels, out into the hills, mountains and to the seashore is directly reflected in the work he produces there. His forthright use of paint and astonishing rendering skills allow him to capture the East Bay and California landscape with a direct and confident touch earned by long devotion to the land and to making pictures. Please call for availability of individual works.

Below: Paul Kratter's work on display in our showroom.

Holton Studio Frame-Maker showroom interior

Paul Kratter Show,
June 6 – July 11

Paul Kratter, "California Landscapes," a show of new studio paintings of northern California from the Sierras to the seashore, is currently featured at our gallery and showroom. The show also introduces Christin Coy.

Paul Kratter, Christin Coy & Tim Holton at the June 6 opening.

Kratter Archives

Our archive of sold Paul Kratter paintings shows Paul's talent in broader scope and is an excellent source of ideas for framing plein air paintings.

Commission a Painting

Commission a Paul Kratter painting of any size — maybe even as large as this mural-size panel recently painted for a family in Washington State. Learn more...

About Paul Kratter

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“I grew up in the Bay Area where my family spent many weekends hiking and exploring the unique landscapes of northern California from the beaches at Pescadero to Pinecrest in the mountains. We also explored much of Montana — my mother was raised in Great Falls — and we loved seeing the abundant wildlife.

“Four years at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena prepared me for a life as a freelance illustrator. With a passion for animal life I concentrated the latter part of my career on wildlife art, working on projects for the Nature Company, several national zoos, museums and a variety of children books.

“I started hiking in the rolling hills of the East Bay, painting local landscapes. The ever-changing light and the need to work fast has brought a fresh, looser approach to my work. The bold work of Edgar Payne, Carl Rungius, and NC Wyeth is a huge inspiration to me. My hope is to explore the many and varied habitats of California and beyond, making a visual statement that captures what I see and feel.”
— Paul Kratter

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Paul Kratter: oil paintings

California Landscapes, June 6 – July 11, 2009