Nathan Greene Art Gallery
Gallery updated on Wednesday, June 10, 2026
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Rarely does an artist emerge with the balance of strengths and emotional intensity of Nathan Greene. His large, luminous paintings of Christ in contemporary settings combine his unique style with the painting traditions of the old masters to deliver powerful images that go straight for the heart. Masterful portraiture of human and animal subjects, meticulous attention to detail, and landscapes that seem to vibrate with life are all features of his work. Composition, color and light are given equal consideration in building the inspirational impact he achieves.
Born in Michigan in 1961, Nathan's interest and talent in art were apparent at an early age. By the time he could hold a pencil, he began drawing and by first grade was taking art instruction. His early years were characterized by a constant striving to improve his observational and artistic skills, earning numerous awards and recognition. During high school, he traveled to the East Coast to seek advice from leading illustrators. By his senior year in high school, he already had a gallery selling his artwork. He chose Chicago's American Academy of Art to further his study for its emphasis on excellence in traditional painting and drawing skills.
In 1983 he entered the highly competitive market of freelance illustration, and by the end of that decade had established himself by working for clients such as the National Wildlife Federation, NASA, Focus on the Family, Christianity Today as well as other large corporations, agencies and private collections. His ability to convey intangible aspects of drama and spirituality in his subjects attracted clients who commissioned works for inspirational book covers, magazines, and television shows. A series of paintings he completed for NASA, depicting various scenes of the space program, is a remarkable example of his ability to express the emotional elements of a moment. The paintings not only describe the scenes in all their detail, but also communicate the scale, intensity and wonder of man's heroic attempts to probe the heavens.
Nathan is very much a contemporary painter with a strong foundation in classical art. His paintings include oil on canvas and also a multimedia approach, incorporating other drawing and painting methods and materials in the same piece. The figures are painted using live models, carefully chosen, then photographed under Nathan's direction. He starts each project by producing a detailed pencil drawing, the result of any number of exploratory sketches to determine composition and light and dark values. The drawing is then transferred to the painting surface, and he begins with an underpainting. Working on the floor, he covers the canvas with a thin oil wash of colors designed to set up a warm and cool interplay which subtly shines through the layers of paint to produce a glowing depth and richness. Next, moving to the easel, he begins painting the actual image, first pulling out the light areas, then applying the paint to describe form, color and detail.
His choice to focus on inspirational Christian images seems a most natural one. A spiritual dimension has always been present in his work, conveying a sense of reverence and wonder for life in all its forms. He hopes his art gives people an impression of a kind, loving and compassionate God, present through life's daily struggles and joys. There is no doubt that, as Nathan Greene evolves as an individual and an artist, his body of work will be significant and his future bright. Nathan Greene works at home in his studio in rural Michigan with his wife and three children. He relaxes by running four to six miles a day and enjoying his family.
Born in Michigan in 1961, Nathan's interest and talent in art were apparent at an early age. By the time he could hold a pencil, he began drawing and by first grade was taking art instruction. His early years were characterized by a constant striving to improve his observational and artistic skills, earning numerous awards and recognition. During high school, he traveled to the East Coast to seek advice from leading illustrators. By his senior year in high school, he already had a gallery selling his artwork. He chose Chicago's American Academy of Art to further his study for its emphasis on excellence in traditional painting and drawing skills.
In 1983 he entered the highly competitive market of freelance illustration, and by the end of that decade had established himself by working for clients such as the National Wildlife Federation, NASA, Focus on the Family, Christianity Today as well as other large corporations, agencies and private collections. His ability to convey intangible aspects of drama and spirituality in his subjects attracted clients who commissioned works for inspirational book covers, magazines, and television shows. A series of paintings he completed for NASA, depicting various scenes of the space program, is a remarkable example of his ability to express the emotional elements of a moment. The paintings not only describe the scenes in all their detail, but also communicate the scale, intensity and wonder of man's heroic attempts to probe the heavens.
Nathan is very much a contemporary painter with a strong foundation in classical art. His paintings include oil on canvas and also a multimedia approach, incorporating other drawing and painting methods and materials in the same piece. The figures are painted using live models, carefully chosen, then photographed under Nathan's direction. He starts each project by producing a detailed pencil drawing, the result of any number of exploratory sketches to determine composition and light and dark values. The drawing is then transferred to the painting surface, and he begins with an underpainting. Working on the floor, he covers the canvas with a thin oil wash of colors designed to set up a warm and cool interplay which subtly shines through the layers of paint to produce a glowing depth and richness. Next, moving to the easel, he begins painting the actual image, first pulling out the light areas, then applying the paint to describe form, color and detail.
His choice to focus on inspirational Christian images seems a most natural one. A spiritual dimension has always been present in his work, conveying a sense of reverence and wonder for life in all its forms. He hopes his art gives people an impression of a kind, loving and compassionate God, present through life's daily struggles and joys. There is no doubt that, as Nathan Greene evolves as an individual and an artist, his body of work will be significant and his future bright. Nathan Greene works at home in his studio in rural Michigan with his wife and three children. He relaxes by running four to six miles a day and enjoying his family.
Nathan Greene Current Portfolio
First Sabbath In Eden
Go Ye Therefore
The Miracle Of Birth Studio
In the Darkest Hour - Lincoln at Antietam
Days of Creation 01 – The First Day
The Rescue Watercolor Giclee
In Good Hands Studio
Days of Creation 07 -The Seventh Day
The Crossbridge
Lamb Of God
The Family Of God Studio
Preaching The Word
I Am With You Always
The Blessed Hope Studio
Be Thou My Vision
Light Of The World Studio
Woman at the Well
The Blessed Hope Studio
The Good Shepherd Studio Canvas Giclee
Reaping The Harvest Watercolor Giclee
Ever Interceding Studio
The Roman Centurion Studio Canvas Giclée
A Touch of Faith
The Miracle Of Birth Studio
The Crucifixion
The Crucifixion
Ever Interceding Studio
The Comforter
Days of Creation 03 – The Third Day
For I Was Thirsty
The Family Of God
Family Worship
The Invitation
At Jesus Feet Studio
I Was Hungry
The Comforter
The Resurrection
Nowhere Else to Go - Lincoln at Antietam
The Resurrection
At The Pool Of Bethesda Studio
The Lamb Of God Studio Canvas Giclee
My Friends
At Jesus Feet Studio
The Lion And The Lamb
The Introduction
The Lamb Of God Studio Canvas Giclee
The Blessed Hope Studio
Light Over Bethlehem Watercolor
The Family Of God Studio
At The Pool Of Bethesda Studio
Little Lamb Awake
The Senior Partner
Lamb Of God
Days of Creation 04 The Fourth Day
For I Was Blind
Days of Creation 05 – The Fifth Day
The Invitation
A New Birth of Freedom
Faith on Trial
The Lord God Made Them All Studio
Go Ye Therefore
Family Worship
Preaching The Word
Woman at the Well
My Friends
In the Darkest Hour - Lincoln at Antietam
Be Thou My Vision
I Was Hungry
Go Ye Therefore
The Lord God Made Them All Studio
Johnny Made Whole Giclee
Storytime
The First Sabbath In Eden Studio
The Good Shepherd Studio Canvas Giclee
Chief Of The Medical Staff
Days of Creation Set - (7 Gallery Wrap Large Studio Canvas Giclees)
Light Of The World Studio
A New Birth of Freedom
The Lion And The Lamb
The Senior Partner
I Am With You Always
Little Lamb Awake
For I Was Thirsty
Johnny Made Whole Giclee
Storytime
The Family Of God
The Resurrection Extra Large
The Roman Centurion Studio Canvas Giclée
Chief Of The Medical Staff
Days of Creation 06 -The Sixth Day
The Crossbridge
Faith on Trial - Large
The Introduction
Nowhere Else to Go - Lincoln at Antietam
In Good Hands Studio