Gerald Farris was born in Geneva, Alabama. He has been doing art for some thirty years. His favorite medium is oils. Gerald is an artist because it offers him the opportunity to be creative, find peace, relaxation, and the freedom to express himself without limitation.

Gerald's philosophy about art is that it is God given. The ability to express that in a physical, visual way that is pleasing to the eye and public is one of man's greatest gifts. He feels that without art our lives would be different, as far as the arts are concerned. There would be no way to express one's self, and would not assist man to be successful. He would be without completion. And man could not leave an impression on humanity and could not exercise our free spirit.

Mr. Farris has had an opportunity to enter competitions and compete with the best, as well as having a couple one man shows. His advice to new, upcoming artists - you must persevere. For him, "To live, is to paint."

Mr. Farrais accepts commissioned work and also designs company logos.