Tim Conlon 'Blank Canvas #132 WPRR' Print Available

Artist: Tim Conlon
Title: Blank Canvas #132 WPRR
Medium: Deckled 12 Color Serigraph Print
Size: 24 x 24 Inches
Edition: 75
Price: $250

Tim Conlon is a preeminent American artist hailing from Alexandria, Virginia, who has successfully transitioned the raw energy of the streets into the refined atmosphere of global galleries. Since he first started focusing on art in the early nineties, Conlon has maintained a deep rooted fascination with the intersection of transport and isolation. While many enthusiasts recognize him for his hyper realistic depictions of weathered freight trains. The artistic education of Tim Conlon was forged through decades of active participation in the graffiti subculture rather than traditional academic institutions. This authentic background provides his limited edition art prints and original canvases with a level of grit and technical precision that is rarely matched in the world of urban realism. 

Significant accomplishments in his career are marked by high profile exhibitions and institutional recognition. One of his most notable milestones was his inclusion in the landmark exhibition titled Recognize! Hip Hop and Contemporary Culture at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in 2008. This specific event solidified his status as a master of his craft and bridged the gap between subcultural expression and fine art prestige. Furthermore, his massive mural installations have been featured in the G-40 Art Summit and various international festivals, where he often scales his freight train imagery to monumental proportions.

Throughout his career, he has participated in prestigious gallery shows that cater to serious collectors of limited edition art. A standout moment was his solo exhibition titled Lonesome Whistle at the Corcoran Gallery of Art which showcased his ability to elevate industrial themes into the realm of high art. He has also been a recurring figure at the Museum of the City of New York where his contributions to the City as Canvas exhibition highlighted his historical importance to the movement. Famous pieces of art by him such as the G Scale series and the iconic Freight Train graffiti recreations remain staples of his legacy. Every new release continues to build upon this foundation, ensuring that his astronauts remain a permanent fixture in the ever evolving landscape of his creative output.