Tyler Hughes
About the Artist
Tyler Hughes is a representational oil painter living and working in New York. He received a BA in Visual Arts from SUNY New Paltz and briefly studied with several artists in the Long Island area.
Tyler’s work is centered around the exploration of the human form and its emotions. He specializes in portraiture, seeking to capture the essence of his subjects through careful observation and attention to detail. Drawing inspiration from the old masters, Tyler aims to create pieces that are both timeless and contemporary.
Tyler’s Favorite Artefex Panels
“I’ve painted on just about every surface out there from canvas, to linen, to MDF and plywood, and I just started painting on Artefex ACM panels and I’ve been loving them. My favorite panel is the Artefex Oleopanel which is just oil-primed ACM, but if I’m looking for a bit of extra tooth to my surface I go for the Artefex Allinpanel which is oil-primed linen adhered to the ACM. These panels are lightweight, durable, and ready-to-paint. One of the most important things for me is how much of a space-saver these panels are in comparison to my gallery-wrapped stretched canvases. Artefex panels are now my go-to surface for painting and I highly recommend giving them a try!”