Thomas Shelford’s artwork explores modern allegorical themes using the techniques of 19th-century Naturalism.

Notable exhibitions of his work include a commission awarded by the Housatonic Museum of Art, the collection of the U.S. Ambassador to the Netherlands at The Hague, the Grenning Gallery of Sag Harbor NY, the Salmagundi Club of New York City where he has served as a Board Member, and the Gilles Larrain studio of New York City. Thomas has been a classical drawing instructor at the Long Island Academy of Fine Art and teaches workshops and private lessons.

Thomas J. Shelford obtained his art education by studying part-time at the Grand Central Academy, an atelier in midtown Manhattan which was founded by Jacob Collins and modeled after 19th-century teaching methods. He has studied with influential painters such as Richard Piloco, Robert Armetta, Travis Schlaht, Edward Minoff, Jon DeMartin, and Brian Schumacher.

Exploring modern allegorical themes using the techniques of 19th-century Naturalism, Thomas Shelford’s artistic practice is centered on a commitment to craft, the direct observation of nature, and imagination. Thomas works from a studio in the Historic District of Norwalk CT and is an arts philanthropist, supporting environmental conservation charities with art exhibitions through his gallery and the Sound Arts Foundation.

Web site: https://www.shelfordart.com/