The Thriving Christian Artist

Send us a textIn this captivating episode of The Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I sit down with internationally recognized wildlife artist Denis Mayer Jr. to hear the story behind his incredible mastery of realism and the journey that led him from a teenage sign painter in Montreal to one of Canada’s most respected fine artists.Denis shares how early influences from his father, architectural rendering skills, and years in commercial art all shaped his signature style. We talk about the discipline required to reach mastery, how to adapt when the industry changes, and the enduring power of creating from passion and love for your subject. His story is one of resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence in art.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Denis transitioned from commercial art to fine art wildlife paintingThe importance of technical skill and discipline in achieving realismLessons learned from decades of navigating the changing art industryFinding your unique voice as an artist t