Donald S. Lewis, Jr.

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Donald Sykes Lewis, Jr. utilizes the American tradition of topographical art blending elements of luminism, realism and impressionism. His sense of place and atmosphere transcends the everyday. Lewis was born in Norfolk, Virginia where he grew up surrounded by great 19th century American and European paintings in his father's art gallery. Learning the discipline of fine art restoration from his father, he developed his technical skills, and on buying trips, he developed an eye for quality and aesthetics.

Being a precocious child, Lewis was soon enrolled in a military academy where he learned self discipline. Upon graduation from he prep school, he was accepted at Randolph-Macon College where he obtained a B.A. in Fine Arts. He then attended the University of Virginia receiving a Master's Degree in Art History. After Graduate School, Lewis went to work for his father at Auslew Galley. During this time the art market was booming and his creative energy was directed towards sales, management, restoration and research. He published several articles on art history in national magazines and a catalog for the Brandywine River Museum.

After more than twenty years with Auslew Gallery, Lewis retired and started painting professionally. He now spends most of his time in the studio and the remainder with his family and friends. For more information on Lewis, please read his vitae.