Timothy Tyler began his career as an artist when, at the age of fourteen, he received his first painting commission. At sixteen, an art gallery owner began to exhibit his paintings. By the age of twenty, a Scottsdale gallery recognized the promise this young artist held and began showing his work. That same year, he won Best of Show in a national juried exhibition.

Tyler has never limited himself regarding subject matter; yet a strong sense of romance, realism and tradition is found in every work. Timothy's sons often accompany him on his hikes through woods and along rivers, winding creeks and aspen groves. When such a scene is found, he sets up his French easel and begins to paint, sometimes using his family as models.

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