Wilderness Canoeing Sculptures
I am excited about the launch of this project together with Bill Masons family to honor the legacy of a canoeing legend and Canadian icon.
Southern Lady Magazine
Looking for a painted heirloom? Ron was featured in the May – June Southern Lady magazine! Read the whole article here.
Jim Voss , NASA Astronaut
“Ron, Great work on my portrait. You made me look real, and young! ”
Sally McEntire
“Our experience with Ron was wonderful! During the rehearsal dinner, the guests enjoyed stopping by and seeing the progress of the beautiful artwork. It was thrilling to watch the painting come together to tell the story of our memorable evening. Ron did a fantastic job of capturing the event. He is a terrifically talented artist who worked under pressure to create something that will be treasured by our family for years to come.”
Bonnie Barsimion
“We continue to admire our painting every day — we hung it on our bedroom wall and it brings a, smile с to our faces as it transports us back to that magical time with just a glance! They say a picture paints a thousand words, but a painting by Ron paints a thousand memories!”
Will Milligan
“Guests entered the Great Hall of the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC for a seated dinner and were greeted by Ron and his canvas in motion. Ron performed diligently throughout dinner to complete the work of art as guests observed in awe at every precise brush stroke and swiftly evolving painting. Ron’s presence and talent added a truly magical touch to a memorable evening. His work of art proudly hangs in the office of our client.”
Douglas Leigh Mariposa School of Skating
“Ron, simply an outstanding portrait. The joy you create by capturing a moment in time is spectacular!”
Marilyn Laufer, Director Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art, Auburn University
“The portrait of Jule Collins Smith by Mr. Bayens that currently hangs in our museum lobby captures the grace and elegance of this dynamic woman who with her husband were essential to the establishment of this university art museum at Auburn.”