C.H. Pabst

While pursing his degree in fine arts at Arizona State University, Charles Pabst was confronted and convicted by a will greater than his own. The experience left Charles transformed in his faith. For the first time he had an inkling of the satisfaction derived from weaving his determination with ... moreWhile pursing his degree in fine arts at Arizona State University, Charles Pabst was confronted and convicted by a will greater than his own. The experience left Charles transformed in his faith. For the first time he had an inkling of the satisfaction derived from weaving his determination with One more powerful to form a deeply meaning satisfaction. This new awareness matured him, as his faith became the focal point of his life. He intensely believed God not only wanted him to be an artist, but a very good artist, able to paint magnificent examples of His creation for people to enjoy.

Charles has been able to fulfill this calling throughout his life, being able to provide for his family doing what he loves. While realizing his success by painting God's creation, but also likes to paint more spiritual subjects which he has available at The Sacred Art Gallery.

Vibrant, colorful paintings teeming with life; nearly everything Charles Pabst paints bears the stamp of his joyful positivity. A family-oriented man who thrives on the interaction with his large family and circle of friends, Pabst refuses to confine himself to one style, but all of his work has an underlying sense of optimism and hope. His range helps account for his broad-based appeal, but so does his exquisite use of light, his gift for mixing color and his taste for lovely, often poignant scenes.

His art shows have been sellouts throughout the country since the early 1980's. An award-winning favorite among art collectors, his works can be found in private, corporate, and university collections throughout the world. A native of Santa Clara, California, Charles Pabst graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Fine Arts.

He has received numerous awards over the years and has been featured in numerous publications including American Art Collector, Southwest Art, Art of the West, ArtBook, and his book, Reflections, the Life and Career of Charles H. Pabst.

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